What is an ARC book? What does ARC mean in book publishing and reading circles? If you’ve spent any time in the book world, it’s likely you’ve heard the term ARC thrown around a time or two.
ARC is one of those frequently-used book acronyms that it’s important to know, so here’s what it is as well as how to get ARCs of your own!
What is an ARC copy of a book? Advance Reader Copies, also known as ARCs for short, are copies of unpublished books that are offered for free in exchange for a review.
There are several ARC review websites that allow both new and established ARC reviewers to join and apply for new ARCs to read.
Usually anyone can enter these giveaways, and winners will be chosen at random to receive eARCs or print ARCs to read and review.
This method will work best if you have a demonstrated presence in the book world and the book reviewing space already, through a successful Bookstagram or other means.
Lastly, another way to get ARCs if you’re a book influencer is to join reading influencer programs.