Advance readers
Read it before anyone else
I'm looking for readers to get an early copy of Almost Understood and share an honest review when it comes out on January 12, 2027.
Reviews are one of the biggest ways a first book gets found. They're how a stranger decides to take a chance on it. Advance readers get the book first, and their reviews are waiting there on launch day for the next person who's wondering if it's for them.
If that sounds like you, I'd love for you to apply. I'll read every application and pick the readers who are the best fit.
Step 1
Apply
It takes about five minutes.
Step 2
Get your copy
If you’re picked, I’ll email you around the end of November or early December with your ebook, or I’ll mail you a paperback (US only).
Step 3
Read it
At your own pace, before the book comes out.
Step 4
Share an honest review
On Goodreads when you finish, and on Amazon launch week, starting January 12, 2027.
A few things to know
- Honest means honest. Loved it, didn't, somewhere in between. All of it helps readers decide.
- Family and close friends can't review it. Amazon doesn't allow reviews from an author's family, close friends, or anyone in their household, so this is for readers outside that circle. If that's you, thank you for being in my corner. Telling people about the book means the world.
- Already preordered? Thank you! Advance copies are for readers who don't have the book yet. Your review will carry Amazon's “Verified Purchase” badge, which counts for even more, so I'd love to hear what you think once your copy arrives.
- Mention the free copy. Reviewers who get a book for free are asked to say so in their review. Something like “I received a free advance copy” is perfect.
- The book is the thank-you. Advance readers get a free copy, and that's all. Amazon doesn't allow anything more in return for a review.
Apply