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ARC TEAM

Join the DESTINED ARC Team

 

Be among the first readers to experience the explosive conclusion to Kane and Serenity’s story before release day.

Dark romance. Betrayal. Obsession. War. One final choice between love and loyalty.
 

The rebellion is rising.
The city is falling.
And some loves are worth destroying the world for.

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*Limited ARC spots available*

This ARC Is Perfect For Readers Who Love:

Morally gray vampires

Enemies to lovers

Forbidden blood bonds

Possessive heroes

Emotional damage

Political intrigue

Slow burn tension

High-stakes romantasy

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ARC Reader Expectations

  • Read before release week

  • Leave an honest review

    • You don't have to leave a review on every platform, but you are expected to post reviews on at least one platform within 2 to 3 weeks of the book's release.

  • Avoid spoilers

  • Share excitement on social media if comfortable

  • ARCs are also welcome to point out any errors or typos that slipped through the proofreading phase.

  • Not all applicants will be selected.

  • Priority may be given to active reviewers

ARC Applications Open: Friday, June 12th

ARC Emails Sent: Friday, June 26th

ARCs Delivered: Wednesday, July 1st

Release Day: August 12, 2026

 

Why Join the ARC Team?

  • Read DESTINED early

  • Help support indie authors

  • Join an exclusive reader community

  • Receive bonus content and sneak peeks

  • Experience the finale before anyone else

Ready to return to the shadows of Celearius one final time?

Apply below for a chance to join the DESTINED ARC Team.

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DESTINED by Charley Black final vampire romance trilogy book
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The shadows are calling… and I’m looking for readers willing to step into the chaos with me.

The Shadows is my official street team for readers who love dark romance, emotionally devastating tension, morally gray vampires, forbidden love, and helping spread the word about upcoming releases.

This isn’t just a promo team.

It’s a small community of readers helping bring these stories into the world through:

  • hype

  • reviews

  • story shares

  • comments

  • preorder excitement

  • emotional damage

  • and plenty of chaos along the way 

What You'll Get

  • Exclusive sneak peeks

  • Early reveals & teaser graphics

  • Behind-the-scenes writing updates

  • Street-team-only missions & giveaways

  • Access to The Shadows group chat

  • Bonus scenes & surprise content

  • ARC opportunities when available

  • First looks at covers, quotes, and announcements

 

What I Ask From You

You do NOT need to be a huge influencer or post every day.

The biggest thing I’m looking for is readers who are genuinely excited about the books and willing to help spread the word in simple ways like:

  • sharing posts to stories

  • commenting on release content

  • recommending the books

  • posting reviews

  • interacting during launch weeks

  • screaming about morally gray men online

Even small interactions make a huge difference for indie authors.

Whether you’ve been here since Bound or you’re newly obsessed with the worlds of Celearius, Blackwater, or Within the Darkness, I’d love to have you join us.

Engagement Tiers

Shadow Initiate

Welcome to the chaos.

For members who:

- join the team

- participate occasionally

- engage during launches

Possible Rewards:

- teaser access

- exclusive graphics

- early updates

Elite Shadow

For highly active members, helping boost releases consistently.

For members who:

- regularly engage

- repost content

- leave reviews

- participate in missions

Possible Rewards

- signed goodies

- exclusive snippets

- bonus scenes

- early reveals

Inner Circle

The most active members of The Shadows.

For members who:

- consistently support releases

- actively promote launches

- engage throughout campaigns

- help create excitement around releases

Possible Rewards

- signed books

- exclusive merch

- priority ARC consideration

- private sneak peeks

- surprise mail

- special acknowledgments

 

Current Focus

DESTINED — August 12, 2026

The final battle for Celearius is almost here.

This launch will include:

- teaser reveals

- countdown events

- preorder pushes

- ARC excitement

- giveaways

- and one final return to the shadows with Kane and Serenity.

Ready to Join The Shadows?

Please fill out the application below.

Spots may be limited during major launches, and activity levels will be reviewed periodically to keep the team active and engaged.

Thank you for wanting to help bring these stories into the world. Truly. 

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