Ways to support authors/illustrators without breaking the bank

Can't support with a preorder or purchase of books right now? Good news! There are other great ways to support creators in publishing. Here's how:

Leave a review

Real reviews from readers are precious guides for other would-be book buyers. If you enjoyed a story, share your thoughts on your favorite book-ish platform like Goodreads, Barnes & Noble, Amazon, or Edelweiss. Every review counts.

Share with friends and on social

Another great place where people find books is often through word of mouth. Talk about the book with friends who might enjoy it. You can also share your thoughts and impressions online! Authors and illustrators appreciate every new person who comes across their work.

Recommend a book to the library

Access to books isn't always a guarantee, and libraries are one of the best ways to make any story available to everyone. Suggest an author's books to your local library. It's online, easy, and free. Here's the link to suggest a library purchase in the city of Los Angeles, in the county of Los Angeles, in King County, Washington state (the greater Seattle area), and in San Francisco. Find your library's "suggest a title" section and share the love.

Check out the book from your local library

Every time a book is borrowed, it counts. Libraries purchase books based on reader requests. When you request a book or put it on hold, you're letting your library know that you care about this topic or author/illustrator.

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