FREE BOOKS for Book lovers: ARC & Polished Manuscript Readers for Authors discussion

Hello! My name is Victoria. I am looking for opportunities to be chosen to be an ARC reader and reviewer for authors. I will read all genres except for non-fiction, self-help, etc. I look forward to the opportunities that await!

I could use ARC readers for "Arresting Alan" - my steamy romantic suspense novel. Please PM me if interested.

Book Launch/Review Date - April 9, 2024
Word Count - 80k
Format Available - epub and mobi (no print available at this time)
Heat Rating - 5 Flames (steamy love scenes)
Goodreads page - Arresting Alan

Arresting Alan is a standalone novel in my Arresting Onyx series. The previous books are available for review on request.

Blurb

A hacker, a federal agent, and a crime boss. The time has come to fight.
Computer technician Alan Harding is no saint, but his squeaky-clean image is unshakable in the eyes of his family and especially his young son. After he agrees to assist a drug lord and hack into a criminal database, he’s faced with an impossible challenge—keeping his hands and heart away from his sexy as sin bodyguard, DEA Special Agent Hannah Adler.
Hannah would rather go hand-to-hand with an assailant than go undercover as Alan’s girlfriend, but she’s determined to keep him safe and his illegal activities on the down-low. The handsome man and his adorable child, however, are more than she bargained for.
Once their enemies learn the truth and retaliate, they’ll have to race against the clock to save Alan’s son and bring a dangerous empire to its knees.

Hi, Victoria,
Daughters of Riga, World War 2 historical fiction will be published on February 28, 2024 by the Wild Rose Press. I hope to hit the ground running with reviews. If you might be interested in receiving an ARC, check out my author profile.
Marian Exall

Hi Victoria,
My book, DESTINY’S RING is a 110K, multi-POV, boutique dark fantasy that fuses a play on the conventions of Cinderella romance (instead of finding security, the protagonist, Elora, is forced to develop independence) with a tale of possession and resistance (think, GODS OF JADE AND SHADOW by Silvia Moreno-Garcia meets THE ACCURSED by Carol Joyce Oates).
The preternaturally alluring Lady Clarewell covets the supernatural ring on Thomas Cumberwell’s martial hand and has already killed in a jealous attempt to regain it. Meanwhile, Thomas romances straight-laced Elora Panganiban y Boven, a present-day Houston financial intern, and when Clarewell comes looking for the ring, entrusts it to Elora. Clarewell learns of this and murders her family trying to find the ring. Worse, the ring—a devious, malignant personality in its own right—has taken a liking to Elora and insists she become its friend. Grieving the massacre of her family, she is terrified by its hallucinatory overtures, but when she faces death at the hands of Clarewell’s killer, only the ring can save her.
Looking through your book list, my impression is that DESTINY’S RING might be a little more on the fantasy side of things than your usual choice. But you might find it fresh and interesting….
I would be delighted if you would read it and let me know what you think.
I can be reached at peytondupree03@gmail.com.
Best,
Peyton Dupree

I have a YA romance

https://booksirens.com/book/RUDYKDI/S...

Thanks

Hi Victoria,
I am giving away ARC copies of my contemporary romance: Snowbound with the Billionaire Boss – An enemies to Lovers Romance in exchange for a review on Amazon. For those of a sensitive disposition, I'd say it's mid-level steamy. If you could get it to me by 8 Jan 2024 at the latest, that would be great.

The summary below, gives you its flavor.

If you're interested, please let me know.

Best wishes,

Tamsin


My job as an executive assistant was great but I despised my hot billionaire boss. The way he talked down to me, his grumpy behavior. He could stick his job. Then my widowed mom became ill and my bills doubled overnight. I could leave but Mom needed me.


Ethan Blackwood was the charismatic bad-boy billionaire who owned Blackwood Enterprises. His ruthless reputation in the boardroom was only matched by his notoriety in the bedroom.

I was the latest in a long line of assistants and another potential conquest. No way that was that going to happen.

Then on a business trip in his private jet, we crashed high in the mountains during a fierce blizzard.

We were stranded in the small town of Clearwater Glen. Cut off. Snowbound.

Hot sparks inevitably fly but will they melt his frozen heart or scorch mine to a crisp?

Hi Victoria,

I have a book you might like.

In Search Of The Perfect Buzz: An 80s Metal Memoir

It's autobiographical fiction, based on my experience as a kid growing up in the 80s, geeking out to music and playing in a band while I was in high school.

Please send me a DM if this is something you might find interesting and I'll send you a link to download a free copy.

thanks,
Tommy

Hi Victoria,
I have a 31K suspenseful friends to lovers romance for review called My Small-Town Protector, It goes live on Amazon on 30 Jan. The protagonist goes back to her home town and to her high-school crush to escape an abusive ex. If that's your thing, please let me know that you're interested and I'll send you the link.

Best wishes,

Tamsin

Hi Victoria

Are you still looking for ARC books? I write mostly closed-door romance. My new four-book series is dropping in April and I am looking for ARC readers for the first book. If you enjoy sweet romance with some heat, please complete the form and let's connect!

https://forms.gle/t998rT3qmsgTLgud8

Victoria wrote: "Hello! My name is Victoria. I am looking for opportunities to be chosen to be an ARC reader and reviewer for authors. I will read all genres except for non-fiction, self-help, etc. I look forward t..."

Prelude of Fire: The Gailean Quartet, Book 1

Hello there!! I'm an author of a YA epic fantasy series. Previously published, but I had to leave the publisher last year due to an unfortunate negative experience. So, like my characters, I'm on a quest! I'll be republishing later this year and am questing for early readers for my ARC for Book 1, Prelude of Fire.

Prelude of Fire has found family, a good vs. evil quest, emotional twists and turns, and elemental and musical magic. One reader says it's like "if Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings had a baby."

ARC is available in PDF, Epub, and Mobi.

If you're interested in helping me out, drop a comment or message me here directly. I appreciate any help I can get for a successful relaunch. Thanks for considering!

Here's the blurb to help you decide if you're interested:

A desperate mission. Sinister sorcery. Can she find the seven prism shards to stop the world from being destroyed?

Ashlai, a young Fyre mage who can harness powers of flame from the sun, yearns to know about her kin. Her adoptive elven father refuses to let her travel abroad with her brother, and she despairs of ever knowing who she really is. But when the new king’s vicious spell attacks her forest home, she flees toward that unknown past—and an uncertain destiny—guided only by the strange melody in her head and a piece of broken prism.

Determined to save the land from the enchanted drought burning everything in its path, Ashlai searches for six other magical fragments to overthrow the ruthless king. With the help of a shape-shifting thief, two squabbling bards, and a snarky water elf, she races toward a perilous confrontation…and a life-changing truth.

Can Ashlai fight fire with fire to defeat the devastating spell before it consumes the entire land? And can she survive the secrets she discovers without losing her new friends, her family, and even herself?

Prelude of Fire is the thrilling first book in The Gailean Quartet YA epic fantasy series. Featuring a diverse cast, high-stakes quests, and music melded with magic, you’ll love Schulze’s emotional journey.

Read Prelude of Fire to ignite destiny today!

I was curious if you enjoy historical romances and might be interested in my award-winning regency romance coming out this month (March 22, 2024). I’m currently seeking to build my ARC team and would love for you to be a part of it!

For more information, you can check out my website: www.authoranhorton.com

And here is the book on Goodreads: A Promise Kept

If you’re interested in joining my ARC team, you can get your free book either on my website or via BookFunnel here: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/9157fz82ha and then post your review on Goodreads/Amazon/social media or wherever you post reviews, preferably by the release date but I’m flexible because I know life can get busy!


Sincerely,
A. N. Horton

I would love to have you on my team! I am looking for reviewers to join my ARC team. I am currently writing a darkish MC Romance series. If interested please fill out the form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1k3vK...

Hi Victoria, I have a time travel novel called One Two Sheep that is due to come out on 7th May 2024. It's a story about a young woman who, after losing her parents, accidentally time travels to their pre-marriage era. It's mostly about strong female friendships but has some elements of romance. Would you be keen to read and review this? Happy to send you an electronic copy. Many thanks, Sabina

Victoria wrote: "Hello! My name is Victoria. I am looking for opportunities to be chosen to be an ARC reader and reviewer for authors. I will read all genres except for non-fiction, self-help, etc. I look forward t..."

Hey Victoria,

I would love for you to join my ARC team for my new book, Art Boss, an Enemies-to-Lovers Steamy Romance Novella.

Register here to join the team:
https://storyoriginapp.com/reviewcopi...

Victoria wrote: "Hello! My name is Victoria. I am looking for opportunities to be chosen to be an ARC reader and reviewer for authors. I will read all genres except for non-fiction, self-help, etc. I look forward t..."

Hi, my book A Chance For Happiness is coming out soon and I'd love to give you an advanced copy. You can get one on Booksirens using the link below. I hope you check it out, thanks.
https://booksirens.com/book/OR0149V/T...

Victoria wrote: "Hello! My name is Victoria. I am looking for opportunities to be chosen to be an ARC reader and reviewer for authors. I will read all genres except for non-fiction, self-help, etc. I look forward t..."
Hi,

I'm Blaque Ace and my book A Chance For Happiness is coming out soon and I'd love to give you an advanced copy. You can find the details and the ARC on Booksirens using the link below. I hope you check it out and review it as soon as you can. Thanks.

Blaque Ace.

https://booksirens.com/book/OR0149V/T...

Hi Victoria—

I have a short-story/poetry book available on BookSprout that l'd love for you to read!!

https://booksprout.co/reviewer/review...

Trauma Can Kiss My Ass a poetic memoir

Book Description --
Follow along, as the author takes us through life with a narcissistic domestic partner, hitting rock bottom financially, living in desperate fear for safety, and the quiet triumphs that come from overcoming all odds. With lots and lots and lots of therapy.

“Trauma Can Kiss My Ass, a poetic memoir” takes the reader on an emotional journey through the Jane’s personal story of domestic violence, suicidal ideation, and self-harm. This poetic memoir is a unique compilation of short stories, journal entries, and letters to a younger self. The author allows readers to experience, in real-time, her private struggles and healing.

Hi Victoria!

I would be happy to provide a copy of my book for an honest review if you are interested!
It’s an epic fantasy with some dark twists.

Daniel McDaniel - Grieving Gold

Here is the link!
https://dl.bookfunnel.com/2c7co1kucj

Hi Victoria,

My newest book 91-Day Sanction is a crime fiction tale set in Gwynedd, North Wales that is 67k words long. Should it pique your interest, I have it available in epub, kpf or pdf form. You're welcome to either DM me or email for a copy: georgeveckauthor@hotmail.com

Best wishes!

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DT76KMTD

Blurb
Sadistic work coach James Burgess has finally bagged his dream job after three years of trying, two hundred miles from home in rural Gwynedd, north Wales. But with promotion firmly in mind, cutting the jobcentre's wage bill soon becomes his sport, at any cost, leaving a trail of chaos and hunger in his wake.

As house prices soar and job prospects dwindle, many of James' ''casualties of war'' wind up at Morywelon homeless hostel, where the waiting list is insatiable. Managing such a place takes gall, and Denise Groves' ten-year stint certainly took its psychological toll. But she's back for a second spell, to the job she loved and held since leaving school with no GCSEs.

The catch? Well, this time, their security guards have been laid off...

Denise fiercely defends residents against ignorant scorn the wider community assumes to inflict, so is held in the highest regard by most. But tough decisions must be made, and hell-raisers don't always leave when asked nicely...

Denise needs her support network more than ever, but it's fallen off a cliff. After a decade in the 'single lane', all best mate Jules wants is to set her up. Great, if only for Jules' dodgy choice of men. Seedy, serial cockney scammer Rick is her latest, and has a few turbulent potential answers for Denise's 'problem'.

Hi Victoria!

Sounds like you might have a full slate of books to read! Anyway... I have a 32K lit fiction, psych thilller, novella which will be published on Amazon on March 1st. All digital formats are availble but I don't have any hard copies.

Heres the blurb:

Brendan McFadden is an accomplished, rugby-playing doctor from Cork for whom everything in life has fallen nicely into place. His school friend, Trevor, hasn’t been so lucky: he’s in a miserable marriage and his career has so far been a series of false starts and financial disasters.

A lads’ weekend in Amsterdam sets off a dark chain of events, forcing Brendan to confront long-buried truths—not just about Trevor, but also about himself.

What begins as a humorous meditation on middle-aged malaise quickly spirals into a whirlwind of envy, betrayal, and suppressed longing. From the bleak isolation of a hotel bar on Amsterdam’s outskirts to the rugged beauty of Ireland’s Tory Island, Brendan’s carefully constructed world begins to unravel in ways that are both absurdly comic and profoundly unsettling.

With biting humour, an astute eye for the absurdities of human behaviour and some satisfying twists, Knives and Forks is a wickedly entertaining tale of fragile egos, simmering tensions, and the messy truths that emerge when façades crumble.

Perfect for readers who enjoy character-driven literary fiction with a sharp comedic edge, Knives and Forks is a richly layered debut that will leave you laughing, cringing, and questioning where the line between sanity and madness truly lies.

Here's the amazon link https://tinyurl.com/3nnc9vzm

Many thanks!

Hi, I'm currently looking for reviewers for this book:

Two Novellas

Two life-affirming stories of ordinary people in extraordinary situations.

The Golden Flyswatter takes us to a retro dive bar in Santa Monica, California, where young Natalie Schoenfeldt, an ingenue from Wisconsin, gets a job cocktailing. She soon realizes that the patrons are not who they seem, and Hollywood opportunities may not be either.

The Walk of Washington takes us to present-day Philadelphia, where a young filmmaker is playing piano to pay the rent. When he meets an older gentleman who looks a lot like Benjamin Franklin, the most excellent adventure of his young adult life begins.

https://dl.bookfunnel.com/hwt01mjv1w

Hi Victoria!

Thank you for offering to support authors here. As a new indie author myself, I’d love to share my debut romance Canceled (The Saddle Bar Encounters, Book One) with you.

I can send you an early copy of my debut novel, Canceled (The Saddle Bar Encounters, Book One) — releasing October 28, 2025.

It’s The Love Hypothesis meets The Hating Game with:
👩‍🔬 A brilliant chemist rebuilding her life after betrayal
🧬 A broody biotech CEO who can’t stay away
❤️‍🔥 Enemies to Lovers tension you can feel
🔥 Steamy scenes + sharp banter
😂 An unhinged best friend for comic relief

If you’d like to give it a try, I can send you the ePub directly , or you can grab it through BookFunnel here: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/96k6ld8nww

Reviews can be left on Goodreads now ( https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2... ) , and on Amazon ( https://www.amazon.com/author/jillcha... ) after Oct 28th.

Please also feel free to share with any friends, family, or fellow readers who might enjoy it, I’d be so grateful for any word of mouth.

Excited to hear your thoughts if you’re interested!

With gratitude,
Jill Chandler

Hi Victoria,

If you'd be interested in reviewing a children's fantasy chapter book about a young fire fairy, we'd love to have you! Flintessa Flammabelle and the Glowroot Grove is book 1 in The Flintessa Chronicles. A children's fantasy chapter book series about the adventures of Flintessa (Flint), a young fire fairy who has always felt a little different! In this first story, she discovers why. Flint also goes on a quest of discovery, solves an age old riddle, makes friends, and is brave and courageous when faced with challenges. It's a warm, whimsical and enchanting story for all to enjoy. If this sounds like a story you would care to read and review, please fill out the ARC sign up form below! We can't wait to share Flint's story with you, thanks for your time :)

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/18FhI...

Hi, if it catches your interest, you can fill out the form!^'!^


It’s a wholesome romance series blended with psychology and character development. A life journey.

Rather than lingering endlessly on the flirting stage (you won’t spend 500 pages waiting for a kiss!), I focus on the life challenges couples face in the later stages of a relationship.

If you'd like to accompany Mia and Aiden on this long journey of life, we'd be delighted to welcome you to our Happy Cookie shop!

You can fill the form and join!

-No love triangle

-No cheating

Only wholesome romance.



-Deep characters

-Melancholy

-Facing lifes hardships together

-True love

-Comedy

Who is this "series" for?

-Lovers of deep, emotional stories– If you enjoy exploring characters' thoughts, heartfelt conversations, and psychological depth, this is for you.

-Fans of character-driven narratives– If you love watching characters wrestle with their past and personal growth, you’ll feel right at home. Since the story is told from the protagonist’s perspective, inner monologues bring authenticity and intimacy.

-Those drawn to themes of family, friendship, and love– In the end, true happiness comes from love. From family.

-Drama and slice-of-life enthusiasts– If you love stories that capture the struggles of everyday life, relationships, and inner conflicts, you’ll find plenty of that here. But just as in real life, there are also moments of joy, laughter, and warmth in relationships.

-Those who’ve faced hardship, or loneliness–If you grew up in an orphanage, or had a difficult childhood, life, this series might break your heart. But it will also give you hope. A lot of hope. My characters learn to love life despite everything. They find happiness again. Just like I did.

-Readers who appreciate psychological depth– If you enjoy stories that go beyond events and explore a character’s inner world, emotions, and existential thoughts, this series will speak to you. It’s about self-discovery, about understanding oneself—and perhaps, about understanding life itself.

The Happy Cookie series consists of 6 books, and this is the very first one. I’d like to mention that all the books, even their covers are already complete. If you enjoy the first book, you’ll also get the chance to read the rest of the series for free.

Besides this series, I’ve also finished writing two standalone books: one in the fantasy genre and another with a time-parallel universe theme. Currently, I’m working on a long-term post-apocalyptic series, which I’ll be publishing in order.

I love both writing and reading. And you’ll be the very first people to read my books. I truly hope this will be the start of wonderful friendships that last for many years^^

I don’t see myself as an author, I just love writing. And to me, that’s what matters most. Art created for money often loses its soul. My only goal is to share my stories with as many people as possible and present my books in the best way I can.

At the same time, I try to bring my stories to life by illustrating scenes and characters from my books. Because i love my characters. You’ll be able to see these drawings on my social media accounts and on Discord in the future. And as I’ve mentioned, I’m always active on Discord. So if you’d like to chat about books, you’re more than welcome anytime!

If you’d like to join us on an unforgettable journey through life, we'd be delighted to welcome you to our Happy Cookie shop!

You can read first chapter free and you can fill the form and join!

https://forms.gle/Lc9ja4NnCrQQi4Eh8