Teams – Author Samantha Lovelock

The Inner Circle, expanded

Three teams. All the good stuff.

Whether you want to shout about my books, get them early, or create content, there's a spot for you. Every team member gets things regular readers don't. That's the deal.

Street Team

The Brazen Brigade

Loud, proud, and absolutely unhinged for everything about my books.

You love the books and you want to tell everyone, loudly and repeatedly. This team is for you. Spread the word, hype the releases, and get rewarded for it.

Early cover reveals and exclusive snippets before anyone else
Digital ARCs for upcoming releases (Brigade gets first access)
Exclusive Brigade-only chat
Release bonus content (deleted scenes, mood boards, playlists)
Your name in the acknowledgements of new books

What we're looking forReaders who genuinely love the books and want to post, share, and hype. All platforms welcome. Follower count doesn't matter. This is all about enthusiasm.

Apply for the Brigade →

ARC Team

The Advance Circle

Read it before it exists. No pressure. Okay, maybe a little pressure.

The Advance Circle receives finished copies of new books before release in exchange for an honest review. Free books for honest words. Very simple. Very fair.

Free digital ARCs before release day
Physical ARC consideration for active reviewers
Access to cover reveals and release materials early
Direct line to Samantha for review copy queries
Invitation to the Advance Circle reader chat

What we need from youAn honest review posted to at least one platform (Goodreads, Amazon, BookTok, Bookstagram, your blog) within two weeks of release.

Apply for the Circle →

Influencer Team

The Influencer Collective

Content creators who make the internet fall in love with books.

BookTok. Bookstagram. BookTube. For creators who want to partner on campaigns, book launches, and cover reveals. More structured than the Brigade — more perks too.

Physical advance copies for eligible creators
Dedicated campaign briefs and assets for new releases
Gifted merchandise and signed paperbacks for giveaways
Consideration for paid partnership on major releases
Featured in Samantha's Instagram stories and newsletter

Who this is forContent creators with an established bookish presence. Platform size is considered but engagement and vibe matter more than raw numbers.

Apply for the Collective →

Questions

The stuff everyone actually asks.

Can I be on more than one team?

Yes — submit a separate application for each. Some readers are on all three. I respect the dedication.

Does follower count matter?

For the Brigade and ARC Circle — not at all. For the Influencer Collective, reach is a factor, but it's not the only one. An engaged audience of 500 beats a ghost audience of 50K every time.

Do I have to love every book?

Absolutely not. Honest reviews — including critical ones — are what I need from ARC readers. If it's not for you, say so. That's the deal.

How long does it take to hear back?

I try to respond within 2–3 weeks. During launch windows it might take a little longer. I'll always let you know either way.

I applied before — do I need to reapply?

Yes, please — this is a new form system. Resubmitting is the safest bet.

What if I just want to stay in the loop?

The newsletter is your answer. No commitments, no requirements — just behind-the-scenes chaos in your inbox whenever I have something to say.

Still have questions? Ask them here →

Team player.