Join the ARC team
A few notes before you jump in
Be the first to get your hands on new publications!
An ‘ARC’ is an Advance Review Copy, and it essentially means you get a free copy of a book before it releases with the expectation that you’ll review it on release day. When you join the team, you’ll start with Review Copies of books already out to catch up on the series (unless you’re joining for a Book 1).
You are not required to provide a review in exchange for an ARC, however if you enjoy the book, please consider leaving a rating or review on whichever retailers you frequent and platforms you use.
For example: Amazon ♦ Kobo ♦ Apple Books ♦ Google Play ♦ Barnes & Noble ♦ Goodreads ♦ StoryGraph ♦ Your own bookish blog or socials
Reviews can be long or short. Even a few words is fine! You do not have to declare that you read an ARC in your review, but you can if you wish.
Part or all of your review may be quoted in marketing material for Kel E Fox books. It will always be presented with accurate context.
A few notes before you jump in
- Generally low/no steam
- Queernormative worlds
- Hints of science fantasy throughout but mostly it’s magic
- Australian spelling/punctuation/grammar
- Some books in first person, some third, some mixed!
- No dragons
No dragons?! What do I have, then?
- Romance (usually with angst)
- Sassy banter
- Strong women
- Kind men
- Superhumans
- Great friendships
- Pets
- Conspiracy and espionage
- Political intrigue
- Art and dancing
- Mental health
- Themes of identity and self-worth
Content Warnings
Some of my books contain sensitive content, including possible mental health triggers for anxiety, depression, suicide and PTSD.
It’s not grimdark, but there is some graphic violence, death, infrequent coarse language, and, depending on the series, fade-to-black or open-door sex.
You can find more details here. (Reminder: there are no actual dragons in these books.)
What if I don’t like the book?
It’s up to you. If you feel uncomfortable leaving a review, you don’t have to! You can quietly disappear by unsubscribing, or you can email and kindly let me know it’s not for you. I understand! We can even chat about whether I have other projects more to your taste.
If you still want to review, I ask that you please explain why you didn’t like it. There are things I’ve put a book down for that would make someone else pick it up, so an honest and open ‘negative’ review can actually be useful.
If you want to be extra considerate, please consider waiting a few days or a week after the release date, as a bad review on release day can mess up algorithms. Let me know if you have any questions!
Will Kel read or reply to my review?
I (or an assistant) will read some reviews for marketing purposes. I won’t reply to reviews or engage in public discussion about them. You are safe to say what you like knowing I won’t get involved!
If you post a positive review on your blog or socials and would like me to read and/or share it, I would be delighted – please tag @kelefox if it’s Bluesky or email me the details.