BookFunnel Alternative
A BookFunnel Alternative With a Social Twist
BookFunnel is brilliant for delivery, but it doesn't help you find readers in the first place. Inside Story does both.
Find Readers, Then Deliver to Them
Upload your book, set up your ARC campaign, and connect with readers who are actively looking for new books to read. Then deliver straight to them — all in one place.
BookFunnel handles delivery beautifully, but your readers still have to find you first. Inside Story builds that discovery layer in from the start. Readers browse by genre, apply for campaigns they're excited about.
You choose who gets access: set up auto-approval, a custom questionnaire for screening, or run it privately via your own invite link.
What's Different
Built-in reader community
Readers come to Inside Story looking for books to read before launch. You're not starting from scratch to build an audience.
In-browser reading
Readers can read your book directly in their browser and leave inline comments — chapter-level feedback without the back-and-forth email chains.
You control access
You choose the approval type: auto-approve, conditional based on answers to questions, or personally check each application. Reader profiles make it simple to find your perfect readers.
Free tier available
List your book at no cost. No credit card needed to get started. Paid plans unlock more campaigns and advanced features.
How It Works
- 01
Upload your book
Add your manuscript (EPUB or PDF) and cover image. Set up your campaign details.
- 02
Readers discover you
Your book appears on our Browse Books page. Interested readers apply.
- 03
Approve your team
Review reader profiles and approve the ones that look like a great fit for your book.
- 04
They read, you get feedback
Readers access your book in-browser or download it. You see their progress and inline notes.
- 05
Launch with confidence
Go to market knowing your book has already been read and loved — and that reviews are on their way.
Worth a Look
If you're already using BookFunnel and want more from your ARC process, Inside Story is worth a look. Free to start, no commitment.
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