review copy
Critic's free book
A review copy is a free copy of a book, album, film, or other media sent to critics, journalists, or influencers before or at release.
Publishers and studios distribute review copies hoping to generate publicity and critical coverage: The magazine received a review copy of her debut novel.
Review copies sometimes carry markings indicating they're not for resale.
- galleyOnboard food preparation area
- proofDemonstration of truth
- publisherCompany releasing books
- blurbBrief promotional text
- endorsementFormal expression of support
embargo · critic · press · complimentary · manuscript · bound · uncorrected · early · promotional · hardcover · paperback · trade paperback · dust jacket · dustjacket · editor · publicist · media kit · press release
- book culturereading, reader, book lover, bookworm, bibliophile
- book reviewscritique, book ratings, critical analysis, critiques, critical essay
- music promotionpress release, press kit, publicist, publicity, radio play
- book promotionbook launch, book tour, book signing, book signings, book trailer
- prepublicationgalley, galley proof, galleys, proofs, page proof
- publishingpublishers, editors, editor, publishing house, books