Best Bookstores in Providence, Rhode Island
Jaylynn Korrell of Independent Book Review visited her old stomping grounds to find the best bookstores in Providence, Rhode Island. Find out which bookshops you have to see while staying in Providence.
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11 MORE Indie Presses You Should Know About
After publishing “10 Awesome Indie Presses…” last year, we decided it was about time to start highlighting a few more small and independent publishing houses that you should know about. Here is our list of “11 MORE Indie Presses You Should Know About!”
10 Literary Organizations Promoting Writing Centers, Classes, and Community
“10 Literary Organizations with Writing Centers, Classes, and Community” is a resource for writers of all experience levels across the country. With organizations in far-off places like California and Boston, this Independent Book Review blog post might be just the thing to get you involved.
It’s Our Birthday, and We’ll Blog if We Want To
On April 29th, 2018 Independent Book Review was born. Today, it turns one-year-old, and Joe Walters has something to say about it.
5 Tips for Self-Editing for Fiction Writers
Finishing your novel is only the beginning. Check out what you can do before beta readers and editors in IBR’s latest, “5 Tips for Self-Editing for Fiction Writers” written by Holly Tri.
7 Amazing Bookstores in Philadelphia
Jaylynn Korrell of Independent Book Review hit the streets of Philadelphia to discover new and old bookshops all throughout Philly. Find out which ones she chose in her latest article, “7 Amazing Bookstores in Philadelphia.”
Interview with Sarah Kornfeld
Sarah Kornfeld (author of WHAT STELLA SEES) sits down with Independent Book Review’s Jack Messenger to discuss writing, climate change, the art world, and more. Discover what makes this author tick in our latest author interview.
The Group Beta Reading Giveaway
To celebrate the launch of the IBR Group Beta Reading service, we have decided to offer one random winner the opportunity to receive 5 professional beta readers’ feedback on their unpublished manuscript.
Interview with Sam Reese
Jack Messenger of Independent Book Review offers a fascinating new interview with Sam Reese, author of COME THE TIDE (Platypus Press, 2019). Check out what he has to say about New Zealand, Mythology, and the short story form.
10 Common Mistakes to Avoid when Marketing Your Novel
Author Jack Messenger has tried countless strategies for marketing his literary fiction novel, but many of them have failed. In “10 Common Mistakes to Avoid when Marketing Your Novel,” he shares his experiences to help other authors avoid following a similar path.