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Good Tales for Bad Dreams
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Shadows of Obsidian
Nicole LaBrocca
romance· ARC
The Curse Before Christmas
Larissa Antonioni
thriller· ARC
Declan's Lost Race
Bob Mazzei
fantasy· ARC
The Crystal Born
Ivy Woods
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Beneath the Ashes
Bekka Scott
thriller· ARC
When Mountains Crumbled–The Landslide
Claudine DiScala
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Noose
Sara Lea
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The Sun Feels Wrong
Noblessa A
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The Farmer's Secret
Luna May
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You Die ... I Die
Jessica Huntley
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Xavier Bradshaw: GHOSTWRITER
W. M. Leesman
Things Like This Don't Happen Here
Rita Maxil
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Fragments of Affection
Danielle Blum
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American Machiavelli
F. Yew
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Shadow of Justice
Jules MacLeod
For Readers
How Inside Story works
Four steps from browsing to reading a book before the rest of the world — plus help shape the books you love.
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Browse
Filter by genre and find indie stories to love.
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Select
Register your interest. Most books are available to read right away.
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Read
Read in-browser or download to your eReader — whichever you prefer.
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Review
We'd love to hear what you thought — on Inside Story, Amazon, Goodreads, or wherever you hang out.
Free
Always free for readers. No card, no subscription.
Early
Weeks or months before they're anywhere else.
Indie
Fresh voices the big publishers haven't found yet.
For Readers
Your reading life, all in one shelf.
Every book you've requested or added lives in one library, synced with your progress. A shareable reading calendar shows what's next on your TBR — and everything you've already read.
Your Library
Every book you're interested in, sorted by status — reading, finished, or want to read.
Reading Progress
Track your reading progress by percentage or page number.
Reading Calendar
A monthly and yearly view of what you've read and what's up next.
Shareable Profile
Proudly display your books, reviews, and recommendations on your personal reader profile page.
Two sides, one platform
Why Inside Story?
One platform, all the features. Readers access is free, forever — authors choose the plan that suits them, from free, Starter, or Pro.
↳ Everybody wins!
For Readers
- ✓Read books before they're published
- ✓Discover new authors in your favorite genres
- ✓Share your voice and influence stories
- ✓Build relationships with the authors you love
- ✓100% free to join and read
For Authors
- ✓Connect with passionate, genre-targeted readers
- ✓Get honest feedback before you publish
- ✓Build your launch team organically
- ✓Free tier: list 1 book, no cost
- ✓Access reviewer database and insights
For Authors & Readers
Turn your cover into a scroll-stopping post.
Your cover, book details, and campaign info are pre-loaded into every template — and when readers leave a review, they can turn it into a shareable graphic too. Customize the text and layout, then export as a JPG ready to post anywhere.
Story Studio Templates
Readers Wanted, Cover Reveal, Release Day, Tropes, Review Showcase, and more.
Saved Templates
Pick your favorite layout and colors, then reuse them for any book.
Review Quote Graphics
Readers can turn their own reviews into shareable graphics in just a few clicks.
Book Mockup Templates
Place your cover on an eReader, paperback, or hardcover book mockup.
14-Week Launch Plan
Pub date: March 14
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Finalize manuscript
Wk 12
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Send ARCs to reviewers
Wk 8
Schedule newsletter blast
Wk 4
Launch day social posts
Wk 0
Follow up for reviews
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For Authors
A plan for every launch day.
Set your publication date and get a full week-by-week task list — from building your author presence through the week after launch.
14 Checkpoints
A structured path from twelve weeks pre-launch through one week post-launch.
Locked-In Timing
Every task date is calculated from your publication date the moment the plan is created.
Reschedule Anything
Move, disable, or add your own tasks — the plan bends to your schedule.
Automated Reminders
Email and in-app nudges with your own lead time, so nothing slips through.
Your Campaigns
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For Authors
Every campaign, one dashboard.
ARC, beta, or reader magnet campaigns — see requests, reviews, and deadlines at a glance. Custom URLs, screening questions, and support for every pen name you write under, built in.
Campaign Dashboard
Manage multiple campaigns from one place. Set limits, track everything at a glance.
Custom Campaign URLs
Brand your campaign link for socials and newsletters.
Application Screening
Add custom questions to screen readers before approval.
Multiple Pen Names
Manage campaigns across every pen name you write under.
For Authors
Send an email that sounds like you.
Build your audience with a direct email newsletter, included in your plan. Pick a visual style and Inside Story fills in your cover, book details, and branding automatically.
Block-Based Composer
Click to add text, images, book covers, and buttons.
Three Visual Styles
Classic, Personal, or Bold — pick the look that fits your brand.
Automations
Welcome sequences and automations greet your new readers automatically.
Broadcasts & Segments
Send to your whole list, or just the readers who suit for this email.
Paid directly
via Stripe & PayPal
No retailer cut
For Authors
Sell direct. Keep what you earn.
Stripe and PayPal checkout, automatic file delivery, and signed or personalized editions — all without leaving Inside Story. No 30% retailer cut, no delayed payouts.
List Books & Merch
Cover, title, and description fill in automatically. Add bookmarks, apparel, anything.
Stripe & PayPal
Buyers pay you directly. Inside Story never touches your money.
Signed & Personalized Editions
Offer either, both, or neither — set per product, and even offer personalized messages in your ebooks.
Auto File Delivery
EPUBs and PDFs land in the buyer's inbox the moment they pay — personalized copies wait for your confirmation first.
For Authors
Coming SoonYour marketing, on autopilot.
Content pulled straight from your manuscript and reader reviews, comment-to-DM automation, and scheduling handled for you, across every connected account.
Built From Your Book
Captions and quotes pulled from your manuscript and reviews.
Carousels, Excerpts & Reels
Generate up to 30 posts in one batch, including auto-rendered video Reels.
Comment → DM, Automatically
A reader comments your keyword and gets an instant private reply — great for sending links to your ARC signup.
Unlimited Everything
Every pen name, every connected account, every contact — no per-account fees.
For Authors
A home for your books, your way.
Pick a template and your author site is live in minutes — all your books pulled from your Inside Story profile. Bring your custom domain or buy through us, and we'll handle all the technical side.
Automatic Updates
New book coming out? Your website will automatically update when it's coming soon, ARCs available, pre-order, and available now.
Custom Domains
Search and connect yourname.com right from your dashboard.
Auto-Filled Pages
Book covers, blurbs, and pen name pull in automatically.
Built-In Newsletter Signup
Every site includes a signup form, synced to your list.
Loved by both sides
Stories from the community
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I researched every platform before committing as a debut indie author. Inside Story is where I landed. My ARC campaign exceeded expectations. Readers found me organically and some are still part of my community. The newsletter launched. The shop. The website add-on that syncs automatically. Every time I turned around, Inside Story solved a problem I didn't know I had. Rachel is building what indie authors actually need. Nothing comes close at this price point. Stop looking. This is it.
Nicole King
Author & Reader
I absolutely love Inside Story — it keeps me organized, lets me create amazing graphics for my reviews, and makes reading challenges genuinely fun. I also love how easy it is to track my ARCs and discover new‑to‑me authors, which has completely expanded my reading world. It’s become my favorite place to stay motivated and keep my entire bookish life in one spot.
Carina Powers
Author & Reader
Inside Story has helped me organize my massive TBR list and keep up with my reading commitments. I always know if I am looking for the next exciting read, Inside Story will have me covered with a huge selection of ARCs, Betas, and review copies. The interface is so intuitive that I feel like I could do anything. The Story Studio lets me make amazing graphics and guides me on how to do my reviews. Inside Story is my go-to for everything I need as a reader and author!
Arthur Eaton
Author & Reader·Story Studio