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Would you like to read and review my books for free?

Read and review existing titles or sign up to be notified of when I have a new manuscript available for Advanced Reading. This is not a commitment to read every manuscript, only to be notified of the option.

I'll let you know when I have a manuscript ready to be read and reviewed on retailer and review sites like Goodreads, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Google Play Books, Waterstones, and Chapters (or wherever you normally read and review). Social media posts are appreciated, but not required.

If you agree to read the book, you will receive a free digital copy in exchange for an honest review.

This version of a book is called an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy). While I usually send out final versions as my ARCs, sometimes you may receive a copy that still has to go through a final proof-read, and which may include minor grammatical errors.

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How to join:

Read at least one of my titles and review it on two or more platforms. If you’ve never read one of my titles, you can get the following short fiction eBooks for free when you sign up to my newsletter:

  1. Free Inspirational Romance: The Friday Night Date Dress

  2. Free young adult fantasy: The Waterboy (free with newsletter signup, but you can unsubscribe after downloading if you wish)

Fill in the form below. Be prepared to provide links to two reviews for one of my books. Otherwise, I’ll get back to you to request screenshots.

After approval, choose your next book and start reading! Once you’re on the team, you’ll get access to any of my other standalone books or series starters to read for free and review*, with the expectation that you’ll also review it on at least two platforms.

That’s it! I look forward to having you on board!

Talena

*Books in a series, such as the Rise of the Grigori or Peace Country Romance series, may require proof of review for each book read before the next one in the series is sent out.