FAQ

An ARC (Advance Reader Copy) reader is a volunteer who receives a free, early copy of a book before its official release. ARC readers share their honest thoughts with other readers through reviews.

At Mango Hill Books, we consider our ARC team a vital part of our publishing family: your reviews build trust, create excitement, and help our stories find the right audience.

We aim to make the process as simple as possible. Once you are selected for an ARC, you will receive an email with the link to download your digital copy.

• Format: We provide files in EPUB format, which is compatible with Kindle, Kobo, and most e-reading apps.

• Delivery: Our ARCs are provided through BookFunnel for a smooth reading experience.

• Reading Period: You will usually receive the book 2 to 4 weeks before the release date, giving you plenty of time to get started.

We believe reading should be a joy, not a chore. That’s why we offer a flexible deadline:

• One Month Window: You have up to one month after the release day to post your review. No pressure, no rush.

• The "No Ghosting" Rule: We are very understanding if life gets in the way, but communication is key. If you don't post a review and don't reach out to explain why, you will be unfortunately removed from the ARC team for future releases.

• Where to post: Our priority platforms are Amazon and Goodreads, but we also love seeing your reviews on StoryGraph, Bookstagram, or TikTok.

✅ Approved disclaimer phrases:

• “I voluntarily read this ARC and received it from the author.”
• “This review was based on a complimentary pre-release copy.”
• “I received a copy of this book via the publisher and I’m reviewing it voluntarily.”

❌ Please do not write “I received this book in exchange for a review” — Amazon may flag and remove it.

As much as we’d love to send paperbacks to everyone, as an indie team, we currently provide digital ARCs (EPUB) for the initial review phase. However, we have a special way to reward our most engaged readers!

For every full-length novel launch (excluding novellas and short stories), we will hold an exclusive giveaway at the end of the one-month review window.

How to enter:

• Post your review: Share your honest thoughts at least on Amazon and/or Goodreads within the 30-day review window.

• Submit your links: At the end of the 30-day window, we will send an email to the ARC team with a link to a submission form. You will simply need to paste the links to your reviews and social media posts there.

• Enter the Giveaway: Upon submitting the form, you will receive the official link to enter the Giveaway.

The Draw:
The lucky winner will be randomly selected using a dedicated giveaway app to ensure total fairness. The winner will be announced 15 days after the submission form closes, and we will contact them via email to coordinate the shipping of their physical copy of the book, featuring exclusive interior graphics. It’s our way of saying thank you for your incredible support!

• Honesty First: We want your real opinion. If you didn't enjoy the story, that's okay! We only ask for respectful feedback.

• DNF (Did Not Finish): If you can't finish the book for any reason, just send a quick note to arcteam@mangohillbooks.com. It helps us understand if the book was a good fit for you.

• Anti-Piracy: These files are for your personal use only. Sharing, distributing, or uploading them to AI training models is strictly prohibited.