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Erika
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Oct 28, 2021 02:39PM
Hello- has anyone had success/positive feedback from sending a copy of their book directly to an indie bookstore? Thanks
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Hi Erika!
Not sure what you mean by sending a copy direct to them? In my experience, you need to speak with the store's manager/buyer to work out a deal for them to stock your book. This deal typically includes a return option for unsold books.
It can be beneficial for both parties if you also agree to do a signing/reading at the store.
I've worked with several indie bookstores. You do need to contact them directly to find out their policy and sign an agreement. A couple I've sold through had a $25 consignment fee to sign up. Others are less.Don't just send to them or that will be a waste of your postage.
If you also publish through IngramSpark you won't have to worry about bookstores not accepting ones published by KDP.
