Where you buy matters
Where You Buy Matters
Thank you for supporting independent authors! Where you choose to buy my books affects how much I earn per sale. Here's a transparent breakdown:
Direct from Lulu (Best for Authors)
I earn: ~$6.25 per book
Highest royalty for independent authors
Excellent print quality (premium color options available)
Direct connection between you and my work
Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Powell's, etc.
I earn: ~$1.25 per book
Convenient for readers with gift cards or Prime
Easier returns and customer service
Counts toward Amazon rankings (which helps discoverability)
Still supports my work!
My Recommendation
If you're buying for yourself: Lulu gives me 5x the royalty and has great print quality.
If you prefer Amazon/other retailers: I'm genuinely grateful for your support regardless of where you buy. Use whatever platform works best for you—gift cards, Prime shipping, and convenience all matter.
For libraries: Most libraries can order from any wholesaler. Mentioning you'd like them to carry my books helps more than where they order from!
The Bottom Line
I make more from direct sales, but I'm grateful for every reader no matter where you buy. The most important thing is that you're supporting independent authors and small publishers.
Thank you for being here.