Why I read books by Indie Authors. Is it because of the price difference? No, not really. In my opinion if I want something I will buy it no matter what the cost is. I am one of those people that if I see something and I want it I will get it for myself.
There are thousands upon thousands of indie authors trying to promote their book. For reasons I do not understand traditional publishing houses will not even look at the book. I think people have someone on the inside to get published from one of the “Big 6”.
I read indie because the authors are amazing. Indie authors are like your best friend. They enjoy talking with their readers, interacting; laughing at themselves and above all they put their heart and soul into the book.
Indie authors may not make the money that a traditional author does but they have more spirit. They are willing to go above and beyond to help fellow authors, bloggers and first-time writers. I see this daily.
Indie authors help each other out, by reading and reviewing books, editing, helping with cover design, formatting issues anything you can think. If it has happened before then another indie author has been there done that and knows how to fix the problem.
Indie authors think and write outside the box. Indie authors’ writing is not like anything you have ever read before. They create not just their dream world but everyone’s dream world.
I did not start blogging because of indie authors. I started because I was looking for a way to help keep track of all the books I read. Granted I can read a book a day if I am not working. I am not going to lie and say that I have stopped reading books by traditional authors. I do have a few favorites that I will read not matter what. No, I will not name them. They get enough publicity and do not need little ole’ me promoting them.
I have the first indie book I read. I display it proudly on my shelf. I remember laughing one minute and crying the next while reading the book. This is the heart and soul I was talking about earlier. I have not found a traditional author that could make me laugh one minute and cry the next in their book.
So, why do I read indie authors? It is because they put their heart and soul into a book. They create a perfect setting and allow us readers to place our minds inside the book. To help us escape. To give us a place to go where there is no stress, nothing but me and the book. Well the characters also, but that is a different story.
Traditional published authors have gotten into a rut. It seems like the same plot over and over. The only thing different is the characters names, whereas indie authors are like a breath of fresh air. They are not in a rut; they are not trying to push out the next book to meet a deadline. They are not trying to please anyone but their readers.
For me and my reading it will be indie authors. They are the heart and soul of the reading world.
Thanks to all the indie authors out there that write and publish books for people like me to read. Without you reading would be boring.
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What a wonderful post! As an indie author myself, I'm a little weepy reading that. If only everyone thought like you!
Thanks Cynthia. I just wish I was able to stay at home and read everything published by indie authors
Very Awesome! Thank You:)
Aww! We love you, too, Suzie! :)
Thanks Lynne. I hope to get to your book Sized soon.
I read nothing but Indie Authors. I'm a reviewer. And, hand on heart, I can say I've enjoyed all of them – some more than others – but on the whole they've all been good. BUT – Indies have GOT to do something about their editing. One or two – maybe even three – of the 150 so indies I've read in the last 16 months or so have been passably edited. The rest have ranged from barely acceptable to downright insulting. This has to be addressed.
Great article. I read and review Indie authors because I want to support others like me. I've also found that there is a vast variety of stories you would never find traditionally. Not all are good but I really like the feeling of 'difference'.
I have on offer 10 soon to be 11 books of various genres (as I like the challenge) and am always looking for reviewers, and yet I hate touting and pushing my work. I write for the love of it and am honoured when anyone reads and reviews it, thank you.
Amazong post. Took the words right out of my mouth. If you were a wordpress blog, I'd be reblogging this. Hail to the Indie authors! Thanks so much for sharing and expressing so well what many of us readers feel.
Love that you are promoting those of us that cannot go the traditional route. Lisa Wingate is one traditional author where I laugh and cry and really Feel. I just finished reading every one of her books. She is amazing. Are you on Goodreads? Blessings, Janet
What a WONDERFUL tribute to us indies! Thank you for presenting such a welcome and radiant image of us. Sometimes it feels as if I am alone, thumb up, willing to accept any passing ride just to catch a break. The sun is relentless, the air oppressive, the traffic nonexistent, my body screaming for relief. The temptation is to quit. Quit and find a cactus to cuddle up to, and call it a life. Is that a mirage? No! It is a vehicle! The shimmering ripples are real, and there is no way I won't be seen. Could this be the break? Will I finally be recognized? As it approaches, the mirage becomes reality. The sleek black Jag slows a bit. Could it be true? You drop your thumb and grab your meager pile of dusty belongings. You begin to jog lightly toward the now still vehicle, an expectant an joyful spring in your step and spirit. As you approach, the mirrored windows silently descend. About five feet away now, you sense that something is not right. At once, a half dozen raw eggs blast your body, the sting of shells and feel of dripping goo insulting your demeanor. Before you have a chance to gather yourself, the sleek carriage speeds away, the echoes of jubilant laughter reaching your ears. As your reality fills the void of the fleeing mirage, you now face the daunting choice – the cactus or the thumb?
A little tidbit for you. Thanks for your support!
I adore people like you. It is wonderful to see such support for us Indie authors, thanks.
That was truly touching and means so much. I absolutely love talking to readers who have read my book. The indie authors I have had the pleasure of meeting are considered close friends. Thank you for posting this. It makes writing so much sweeter!!!
Teresa Gabelman
Thank you for a wonderful post! Thank you for recognizing we put our heart and soul into our books. I did not even try to go trad publishing because I wanted my heart and soul to remain in the book. I'm always so excited when people tell me how it has touched them.