Wilder Creek Publishing ARC Program Orientation Page
Welcome to the Wilder Creek ARC Program
Thank you for becoming a part of our Advanced Reader Community. You have become an elite, First Reader of our novels.
As an ARC reader, you are joining the frontline of our mission:
To support indie authors, elevate emerging voices, and help shape the future of powerful, ethical storytelling.
This orientation will guide you through the expectations, responsibilities, and opportunities of being part of Wilder Creek’s trusted family.
What is the ARC Program?
Our ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) Program invites passionate readers to access pre-release versions of upcoming titles in exchange for feedback and honest reviews. You will:
Read early versions of indie novels before they’re published
Submit a brief feedback form
Leave a public review when the book is released
In return, you’ll gain early access to books, shape their success, be listed on the acknowledgement page of the novels you reviewed (unless you choose to opt out of being mentioned), and build your reputation within the Wilder Creek family.
How the Program Works
Join the ARC Program
Complete the [ARC Intake Form] and agree to the terms
Receive your ARC Member ID (e.g., ARC-0345)
- Complete the Non Disclosure Agreement
Get Matched With Books
Based on your genre preferences, we’ll send invitations to review specific upcoming titles
Use the search function within your ARC Member dashboard to view other ARC manuscripts waiting for reviews
Receive the Book
You’ll be given secure, watermarked access via Google Drive (view-only or protected download)
Submit Feedback
Fill out the private ARC Feedback Form
Complete the required Wilder Creek Website review
Publish Your Review
When the book goes live, post your review on Amazon, Goodreads, or another listed platform
ARC Responsibilities
By accepting an ARC, you agree to:
Read the book within the assigned timeframe (usually 14–30 days)
Submit the ARC Feedback Form in full
Leave an honest, respectful review on the platforms specified
Refrain from sharing, duplicating, or redistributing the ARC copy
You are not required to give positive reviews. We ask only for fairness, clarity, and honesty.
Confidentiality & Watermarking
All ARC copies are:
Digitally watermarked with your ARC Member ID
Provided via controlled Google Drive access
Traceable if shared or leaked
Sharing ARC files will result in removal from the program and possible legal recourse.
Recognition for Your Support
Unless you opt out, you will be listed in the Acknowledgements section of each book you help review, as a First Reader. You’re a vital part of this publishing journey, and we want the world to know it.
Your ARC Toolkit
You will be assigned an individual ARC Member ID Number and have access to your own dashboard:
ARC Reading Schedule
Assigned Titles
Feedback Form Links
Your ARC Review Stats
Certificates of Completion
Ready to Begin?
We’re honored to have you here.
You’re not just reading stories.
You’re helping shape them.
— The Wilder Creek Publishing Team