Free e-book, early access, honest review. That’s the deal.

Last month I invited you to request an Advance Review Copy (ARC) of my upcoming novel Periphage Blues, releasing June 1. Some of you had questions about how ARC copies work, so here’s a brief explanation.

What's an ARC?

An ARC is a pre-release copy offered free to readers who are willing to leave a review on Amazon, Goodreads, BookBub, or similar platforms. You get to read the book early, and your honest review helps others decide whether it’s for them. Win-win.

Why is there a questionnaire? Why does it ask for my reviewer links?

It’s part of the process that StoryOrigin—my author platform—uses to match books to reviewers. People who’ve reviewed other books are more likely to follow through with a review. It also helps pair you with books that align with your reading tastes. Let’s face it: if you love breezy summer romances, a gritty noir sci-fi novel might not be your cup of tea.

What if I don't like the book?

If it turns out this isn’t your kind of story, there’s no pressure to leave a review. And if something about it bugs you, feel free to drop me an email.

What if I find a typo?

I’ve already combed through the manuscript a dozen times, but if you happen to spot something that slipped through, I’d be grateful for a heads-up via email. There’s still time to make corrections before release.

If that sounds like your kind of story, and you’ve left reviews in the past, I’d love to have you read Periphage Blues.