BookFunnel
Ebook (and audiobook) delivery for reader magnets, ARCs, group promos, and direct sales fulfilment, with strong reader tech support. Widely considered the default delivery layer for indie list-building. No public affilia…
NetGalley
What it is
Industry ARC platform connecting books with librarians, booksellers, media, educators, and professional reviewers via secure digital review copies (and audiobooks). Strongest for trade visibility and library/bookstore discovery rather than cheap Amazon review volume. Member accounts are free; listing is paid. Reviews are not guaranteed. Budget-conscious indies often use a NetGalley reseller/co-op for shorter or shared listings — still not a substitute for your own ARC team or Amazon review guidelines.
Pricing model
Paid — Publisher/author client plans; indie self-published Digital Review Copy listings commonly cited around $575 for six months plus optional Featured Title promo — NetGalley asks publishers/authors to request current terms at https://www.netgalley.com/request_terms; co-op/reseller slots can cost less. Confirm before buying.. Always confirm on the vendor site before buying; plans change.
Regions
UK, Global
Affiliate
Affiliate link: none yet.
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