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LIVE ARC

I’m excited to open ARC sign-ups for Prose & Cons, my upcoming magical satire about the publishing world, creativity, and what happens when a dream book deal comes with supernatural fine print.

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About the Book

Prose & Cons follows Hannah Johannesson, a debut author who signs with a glamorous New York publisher—only to discover the entire house is secretly run by a sentient, trend-obsessed algorithm known as The Feed, overseen by Lucy Sinclair, the devil in heels.

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As Hannah’s success skyrockets, she begins to realize her perfect deal may have cost her not just her debut novel, but every story she’ll ever write. With the help of her best friend Solveig, she must outwit the algorithm, uncover a hidden loophole, and decide what her creative voice is truly worth.

 

Expect:
• magical realism
• sharp publishing-world satire
• humor with heart
• a strong female friendship
• themes of creativity, ambition, and reclaiming your voice

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This is not a horror novel—it’s witty, whimsical, and bookish.

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ARC Availability

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I’ll be selecting:

  • 20 ebook ARC readers (EPUB to Kindle Reader)

  • Up to 10 printed ARC copies for reviewers with an established platform

 

ARCs will be distributed in June 2026, ahead of the soft launch on September 1, 2026.

 

Who Should Apply

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You’re a great fit if you:

  • enjoy books about writers or the creative process

  • like magical realism or light fantasy

  • appreciate smart satire

  • are comfortable leaving an honest review

 

Influencer/Reviewer Copies:
If you regularly share book content with an engaged audience (Bookstagram, BookTok, blog, podcast, newsletter, Goodreads, etc.), you’re welcome to apply for a print ARC. Please include links to your platform(s) so I can review availability.

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What I Ask in Return

There’s no obligation to post, but if you enjoy the book, reviews or social mentions during the launch are deeply appreciated.

 

How to Apply

Please fill out the form below.
Selected readers will be contacted by email.

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📌 Thank you for supporting indie books and stories that dare to do something a little different.

Are you interested in receiving an ARC of Prose & Cons and/or helping promote?
Yes! I would love to read and review Prose & Cons!
I would love to do BOTH! Please send me an ARC and Promo Graphics!
No thank you, I don't have the capability to read and review right now.
I can't read it at this time, but please send me graphics so I can help promote!
ARC copies will be sent out mid-June. Prose & Cons will be quietly releasing on September 1, with an official launch celebration on September 15. Reviews may be posted anytime on or after September 1. If selected, are you comforable with this timeline?
Yes, I will.
No, I might need more time than that.
I'm not reviewing at this time.
I understand I am agreeing to join E. E. Lawson's ARC team. Future ARC opportunities will be emailed to me
Yes! I can't wait to become an advanced reader!
Nevermind. I'm not interested anymore.
In oder to send the book to your kindle, you need to add emily@eelawson.com to your kindle's approved sender list. Do you need help with this?
I've added you and can't wait to read!
Yes, I need help figuring out how to do this.
I don't have a kindle or kindle app on any device.
Are you applying for an influencer copy?
Yes, I'm an influencer and would love a printed copy
No, I'm a reader and would like a digital copy
Please check the location(s) you will leave your review and/or promotion.
I understand I am committing to reading an advanced copy and posting a review on available platforms.
Yes
Nevermind. Not interested.
I agree I will not copy, share, or otherwise violate copyright.
Yes
Argh, matey. I be a pirate. An untrustworthy scalawag.

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