(NOTE: Don’t forget that as TRBS transitions to Substack, we’re running a Founding Member promotion for the next 90 days, offering giveaways to all paid subscribers.) Still haven’t subscribed to our Substack? Read this quick article to see why you should change that today!)
If you’re a participant in our Real Book Spy chat over on Substack, then you might have seen this giveaway coming. By the way, readers can expect weekly (smaller) giveaways and monthly (bigger) giveaways from here on out, as my way of thanking every person who becomes a paid subscriber to our Substack.
For more information on why I’m making the move to Substack, please read this article.
Already, in less than a month, YOUR support over on The Real Book Spy Substack has made a significant impact on the future of TRBS. I’ve been able to make plans for expansion, which means more content, additional help, plus more perks, prizes, and freebies for you guys. All of that, of course, is in addition to the behind-the-scenes look at all things thriller your subscription covers.
But seriously, I didn’t expect this much support this fast. It means a great deal to me, and has ensured I’ll be able to keep The Real Book Spy operational for a very, very long time.
SEPTEMBER GIVEAWAY
This month, exclusive on The Real Book Spy Subsack, I’m giving away a prized possession out of my personal stash to one randomly selected paid subscriber—my Jack Carr Only The Dead “Publication Box.” Not available for purchase anywhere, these boxes are sent exclusively to critics, content creators, and social media influencers, and are personally curated by Jack Carr himself. Do I want to part with it? No, but I’ve gotten one for every single book, and I also recognize that this is a super cool treasure for a mega fan, and I’d rather it belong to them.
Entering is easy. Just subscribe to The Real Book Spy Substack, and you’re all set. If you’re already following, you can upgrade to a paid subscription here. And honestly, with under 1,000 total paid subscribers, your odds are probably better than you might think. I’ll announce the winner on October 1st. Good luck!
(I’ve got more Jack Carr stuff to give away, FYI—including an early copy of CRY HAVOC, and a shot-through edition of CRY HAVOC. I’ll announce those separately, but again, if you haven’t already, upgrade your free subscription today!)
FOUNDING MEMBER GIVEAWAY
As you’ve probably seen, for the next two months, I’m running a special “thank you” giveaway package to all founding members of our Substack, which includes a signed collection of all of my books. (What’s a founding member? Read this article.)
But, for the month of September, I’m adding to that. So, every single Founding Member (with a cut-off of October 1, 2025) will have their names listed in the Acknowledgment section of my next book, TARGET DOWN, coming to bookstores next summer.
Of course, Founding Members are also automatically eligible to win the Jack Carr publication box, along with any other giveaways we do.
Thanks again to everyone who’s supported our move over to Substack. I can’t wait for you guys to see all that I have planned! (More announcements coming soon.)
Praised as “One of the hardest working, most thoughtful, and fairest reviewers out there” by New York Times bestselling author Lisa Scottoline, Ryan Steck has “quickly established himself as the authority on mysteries and thrillers” (Author A.J. Tata). Steck also works full-time as a freelance editor in addition to running TRBS. He is the author of FIELDS OF FIRE, which #1 New York Times bestselling author Jack Carr says “will leave you speechless and begging for more,” LETHAL RANGE, OUT FOR BLOOD, GONE DARK, and TED BELL’S MONARCH. For more information, follow him on Twitter, Facebook, and BookBub. For even more content and book news, subscribe to The Real Book Spy Substack!