Indie authors bring fresh, captivating stories to readers and often rely on a supportive community to keep creating. Whether you enjoy cozy mysteries filled with surprising plot twists, paranormal adventures, or historical settings, supporting self-published authors helps ensure these captivating stories keep coming. Here are 7 meaningful ways you can show your support for indie authors and help them reach new audiences.
1. Leave a Review on Indie Author Books
Reviews are crucial for indie authors. A quick review on platforms like Amazon, Goodreads, or social media not only helps other readers discover their work but also boosts their visibility in search algorithms. Even a short, honest review can make a big impact!
2. Follow and Share Indie Authors on Social Media
Follow your favorite indie authors on social platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Threads. Sharing their posts, upcoming book releases, or special promotions helps broaden their audience. Your shares act as a personal recommendation, encouraging others to check out their work.
3. Join Indie Authors' Mailing Lists
Many indie authors offer exclusive content through their newsletters. By joining their mailing list, you can stay up-to-date on new releases, receive special offers, and show your support. It's a great way to connect directly with the author while being the first to know about exciting news.
4. Purchase Directly from the Indie Author or Indie Bookstores
When you buy books directly from an author's website or from indie bookstores like Mystic Valley Press, you're making a bigger difference than purchasing through large retailers. Indie bookstores often offer a curated selection of titles, and authors typically receive a higher percentage of the sale. Some stores, including Mystic Valley Press, provide special perks like signed copies or personalized messages from the authors themselves. Supporting indie bookstores ensures you're helping both the authors and the small businesses that champion their work.
5. Spread the Word about Your Favorite Indie Author
Personal recommendations are incredibly powerful. Whether it's telling friends and family about a book you love, posting in online reading groups, or sharing your thoughts in a book club, every word you spread about an indie author’s work counts. This grassroots support helps authors gain new readers.
6. Request Indie Authors Books at Your Local Library
You can help indie authors by requesting their books at your local library. Libraries often purchase books based on patron requests. This small action can introduce the author's work to new readers and broaden their audience without costing you anything.
7. Give Indie Books as Gifts
Indie books make thoughtful and unique gifts for birthdays, holidays, or just because. By gifting a favorite indie title, you not only support the author but also introduce others to new stories and voices they may not have discovered on their own.
Shop at Mystic Valley Press to Support Indie Authors
While the books featured on Mystic Valley Press can also be found on larger retail sites, shopping through indie bookstores like ours provides unique benefits. Not only does it offer a more personal experience, but it also ensures that a higher percentage of each sale goes directly to the authors who created these incredible stories. Indie bookstores care deeply about fostering creativity and giving self-published authors the platform they deserve.
By choosing to shop with Mystic Valley Press, you’re contributing to a thriving community of writers and readers, helping to keep indie voices alive in a marketplace dominated by retail giants. Plus, indie stores often offer curated selections, personalized recommendations, and a direct connection with the people behind the books. It’s more than just a purchase—it’s a meaningful way to support the craft of storytelling and discover truly unique works.
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