Independent presses are sick of Barnes & Noble’s buying practices. “B&N narrowed their selection and got rid of some of the depth,” one told PW. “This has hurt indie publishers.” CEO James Daunt argues that all he did was cut “boring” books. Our story: publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/in…

PW REVIEW: Rise of the Black Cross by Steven F. Freeman Stylish espionage #thriller set in Renaissance-era Italy. Read the review: buff.ly/jXORN7Q #indieauthor

🚀Exciting news! 🧑‍🚀 COLONY was chosen as a @BookLife Cover Crush! So proud of the story—and huge shoutout to Damon Freeman for the stellar design. Check out the feature here: booklife.com/create/art-des… #YASciFi #IndieAuthor #SciFiThriller #YAbooks #YAThriller

PW REVIEW The Sullivan’s Island Supper Club by Susan M. Boyer A unique and satisfying whodunit. Read the review: buff.ly/0ScvvC6 #indieauthor

PW REVIEW Mit Out Sound by Rick Lenz Immersive film lore dives into 1970s Hollywood as a personal assistant chases a lost film rumored to star John Wayne and James Dean. Read the review: buff.ly/p7IE5iS #indieauthor

EDITOR'S PICK Repercussions by Anthony Schneider Absorbing novel about the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa. Read the review: buff.ly/kzdV2e4 #editorspick

EDITOR'S PICK Winter by Rhya Tenney Unsettling haunted house story, made fresh with sentient AI. Read the review: buff.ly/nCOYvZQ #editorspick

Amid a historic backdrop and political turmoil, librarians’ role in preserving and protecting democracy was top of mind at this year’s ALA Annual Conference in Philadelphia. buff.ly/iedpXR2

EDITOR'S PICK The Aftermath of Our Wounds by Iman Martzel Inviting debut #poetry collection about spiritual searching and homecoming. Read the review: buff.ly/ecTolDJ #editorspick

My Jedi Memoir: A Double Life is a BookLife Editors Pick ⚡️ "Jedi fans will feast, but Kahn’s life, work, and hard-won insights are fascinating enough that readers will likely hope for a followup that spends more time in a galaxy closer to home." booklife.com/project/my-jed…

Finish your summer reading already? 📚 Good! Check out the latest PW Select indie books! buff.ly/6GabcPb #summerreading #indiebook

Prompted by Amazon’s annual Prime Day sale, Bookshop.org, Libro.fm, and the American Booksellers Association have launched incentives and campaigns to encourage customers to shop with independent retailers July 8–11. buff.ly/xXVHmph

Not every story needs to be a full novel. ➡️ Novellas help indie authors publish faster ➡️ Great for niche ideas + story worlds ➡️ Easier entry point for new readers ➡️ Builds creative momentum Learn why #novellas are a smart first step for self-published authors:

PW REVIEW The Snow Melted in August by Aldona Martynenka A young woman reflects on her infatuation with a rock star and his untimely death from a drug overdose. A convincing depiction of one person’s unhealthy pull on another. Read the review: buff.ly/CvYEjzI

BOOKLIFE REVIEW Strong Heart by Jess Anselment Empathetic #poetry celebrating humanity among turmoil, chronic illness, and motherhood. Learn more: buff.ly/1pVa5y0 #bookreview

BOOKLIFE REVIEW Immortal by Robert A. Karl Haunting, relatable queer YA reimagining of the myth of Ganymede. Learn more: buff.ly/aAyIr2P

EDITOR'S PICK Business for Creatives by Joe Sherbanee Fresh, practical advice for creative individuals crafting sustainable business plans. Learn more: buff.ly/kJzrXpo #editorspick

EDITOR'S PICK Earthedge by Ivan Blake Richly imagined alternate history tackling the dangers of intellectual repression. Learn more: buff.ly/sSze2dw #editorspick

🎧 Indie authors: Audiobooks = big opportunity. Revenue hit $2.22B in 2024, and younger listeners are tuning in. DIY or AI? Our guide breaks down how to produce & market your own. Includes tips from the Publishers Weekly U.S. Book Show panel. booklife.com/publish/audio/… #audibook