Advanced Reader Copy (ARC) Good, Or Bad?

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What Is An Advanced Reader Copy? An Advanced Reader Copy, commonly known as an ARC, is a special pre-publication version of a book that is distributed to a select group of individuals before the official release date. These individuals, often reviewers, bloggers, librarians, or influencers, receive ARCs with the purpose of generating early buzz and […]

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