Read Books Before Anyone Else
Get free advance reader copies from authors who want your honest opinion. All they ask is a review.
Free forever · No credit card · Just honest reviews
Hearts Unbroken
Maya Chen
8 spots
Romance
Midnight Promise
J.K. Rivers
3 spots
Romance
Second Chances
Emma White
15 spots
Romance
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Your Reviewer Profile
Build a reputation as a trusted reviewer. Authors can see your review history, completion rate, and genre preferences—making you more likely to get approved for popular ARCs.
- Reputation score based on reviews
- Track your ARC reading history
- Set genre preferences
- Earn badges for consistency
Emily Parker
Trusted Reviewer47
Reviews
52
ARCs Read
90%
On Time
ACTIVE ARCs (3)
How ARC Reading Works
From discovering campaigns to building your reputation—here's the flow.
Browse Open Campaigns
Explore ARC campaigns by genre. See requirements, deadlines, and spots available.
Apply With One Click
Your reputation and preferences are auto-filled. Authors see your review history.
Get Approved
Authors review applications. Higher reputation means better chances of approval.
Download & Read
Get the book in your preferred format—PDF, EPUB, or MOBI. Start reading immediately.
Post Your Review
Share your honest review on Amazon, Goodreads, or wherever you review books.
Build Reputation
Each completed review boosts your reputation. Better reputation = better ARCs.
Level Up Your Reader Status
Complete reviews on time to build your reputation and unlock better perks.
New Reader
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Apply to any ARC
Active Reader
51-75%
Priority in applications
Trusted Reviewer
76-90%
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Elite Reviewer
91-100%
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Reading Alone vs ARC Reading
See how ARC reading transforms your experience.
Traditional Reading
- Paying full price for every new release
- Waiting months for books to come out
- Reviews disappear into algorithm void
- No connection to authors
- Reading feels like a solo activity
ARC Reading
- Free books delivered to your inbox
- Read weeks before anyone else
- Reviews build reputation & influence
- Direct relationships with authors
- Part of a community of reviewers
Everything You Get as an ARC Reader
Completely free features for readers who want early access to great books.
Free Books
Get advance reader copies completely free. All you provide in return is an honest review.
Early Access
Read books weeks or months before release. Be the first to discover new favorites.
Build Reputation
Your reviews earn reputation points. Higher reputation means priority access to popular ARCs.
Earn Badges
Become a Trusted Reviewer or Elite Reviewer. Authors actively seek reviewers with these badges.
Genre Matching
Set your genre preferences and discover ARCs that match your reading taste perfectly.
Campaign Alerts
Get notified when authors you follow launch new ARC campaigns. Never miss a book you want.
Find ARCs in Your Favorite Genres
Authors across all genres use BookAuth to find ARC readers. Whatever you love to read, there's an ARC waiting.
ARC Reading FAQ
Is this really free?
Yes! Authors provide free books in exchange for honest reviews. There's no cost to readers—ever.
What if I don't like the book?
Be honest! Authors want genuine feedback. A thoughtful 3-star review is more valuable than a fake 5-star.
How long do I have to review?
Each campaign has its own deadline, typically 2-4 weeks. You'll see the deadline before applying.
What happens if I miss a deadline?
Your reputation score decreases slightly. Complete reviews on time to build a strong reputation.
Can I choose which ARCs I want?
Absolutely! Browse open campaigns, filter by genre, and apply only to books you're excited to read.