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Apply to Join the ARC Team

Be the first to read new releases across my crime‑thriller and memoir series.

Thank you for your interest in joining my ARC Team. Advance readers are an essential part of my publishing world — your early feedback and honest reviews help new books find their audience and keep both series growing.

If you enjoy crime fiction rooted in real places, or memoir that reveals the true stories behind the fiction, you’re in exactly the right place.

What ARC Readers Do

ARC readers receive early digital copies of upcoming books from:

  • The DI Matthew Goodwin Crime‑Thriller Series

  • The Story Behind My Stories Memoir Series

In return, you read before publication and share an honest review when the book goes live.

You don’t need to be a professional reviewer — just someone who loves story, character, and authenticity.

Your reviews help new readers discover the books and make a huge difference to an indie author’s visibility.

How the ARC Process Works

When you join the ARC Team, here’s what you can expect:

  • You’ll receive a digital ARC for each new release — thriller or memoir.

  • You choose which books you want to read; there’s no obligation to read every title.

  • You read at your own pace — no pressure, no strict deadlines beyond launch week.

  • When the book goes live, you’ll receive a gentle reminder with review links.

  • You’re free to share your honest opinion — positive, mixed, or otherwise.

This is designed to be enjoyable, flexible, and reader‑friendly.

ARC Guidelines

To keep things smooth and respectful for everyone:

  • ARC copies are for personal reading only — please don’t share or distribute them.

  • Reviews should be honest and in your own words.

  • If life gets busy and you can’t review a particular book, that’s absolutely fine — just let me know.

  • You can leave your review on Amazon, Goodreads, or your preferred platform.

  • Kindness and respect are at the heart of this community.

ARC Reader Hub

Once you’re approved, you’ll have access to the private ARC Reader Hub — your central place to see everything that’s coming up across both my series.

Inside the hub you’ll find:

  • all current and upcoming ARCs

  • clear timelines for reading and reviewing

  • a simple way to opt in to each new ARC

  • space to leave feedback if you want to

  • review links for when the book goes live

  • updates and behind‑the‑scenes notes from both series

You can visit the hub anytime to check what’s new, choose which books you want to read, and stay up to date with the latest releases.

There’s no obligation to read every book — you simply select the ARCs that fit your interests and your schedule.

The hub keeps everything organised, flexible, and reader‑friendly, so you can enjoy early access without pressure.

Ready to Join?

If you’d like to be considered for the ARC Team, please complete the application form. Approved readers will be added to the private ARC Reader Hub and will receive early access to future releases across both series.
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