Note: The website is in beta for potential authors to explore. We'll update with book selections once the first batch of authors is chosen.
We ♥ Independent Authors.
The Inside Book Club aims to help indie authors expand their reach.
Many self-published authors produce work that meets or exceeds the quality found in traditional publishing. However, these talented authors often don't receive the recognition they deserve.
The Insider Book Club was created to help indie authors collaborate and leverage our collective platforms to reach more people and foster deeper connections with our readers.
A Dedicated Author Page: Your book will be prominently featured on our site. Your Author Page will include a bio, links to your socials and website, purchase links for your books, and themed hosting tips to enhance the book club experience.
Partner with Insider Book Club
Hosted Zoom Events: Each author will participate in 2-3 "Meet the Author" sessions on the Insider Book Club platform. A personal host will introduce your work and allow you to share your insights, answer reader questions, and forge personal connections with your audience.
Community and Cross-Promotion: Leverage our platform to introduce your current readers to other outstanding authors, fostering a supportive and dynamic community.
Featured Authors Get:
A Selective Vetting Process
While we’d love to work with every author, we have limited capacity and are very selective about the books we feature. Our rigorous vetting process ensures that only high-quality, engaging, and well-crafted books make it onto our platform. This dedication to excellence guarantees our readers the best possible experience and helps elevate the status of independent publishing.
1. Application Process: Click the button below to complete the application. Our small but mighty team will carefully review all submissions. If your book is short-listed for consideration, we'll ask for a digital review copy of the manuscript to ensure it's a good fit for the Insider Book Club.
2. If Selected: We'll gather everything we need from you to make your Author Page shine. (Book blurb, author headshot, social/website links, and ideas for a book-themed party). You'll also need to select 2-3 dates for your "Meet the Author" sessions.
3. Collaborative Promotion: We encourage our authors to share the Insider Book Club with their readers, helping to grow our community and introduce readers to a broader range of outstanding authors. We provide shareable images and newsletter blurbs to make promotion easy.
Apply Today!
Take the next step in your author journey and connect with readers eager to discover new and engaging fiction. Apply now to become a featured author at Insider Book Club.
Questions? We're all ears.
Questions?
We're all ears.
Featured Author FAQs
Is there a cost to apply or be featured?
There is no cost to apply or be featured. However, selected authors are expected to participate in promotional activities to help grow our community.
How long will my book be featured on the site?
Books are featured on our home page for a season (3 months), providing ample time for readers to discover and engage with your work. A "Past Books" tab will feature all previous selections.
Can I feature more than one book?
We feature one book per author per season. You can apply again in future seasons with different works, although we typically won't feature the same author in a single year to give as many authors a chance to be highlighted.
What kind of promotional support will I receive?
We provide a dedicated author page and promotional content and feature your book in our newsletter and social media channels to help you reach a broader audience.
How can I help promote the Insider Book Club?
We encourage you to share information about Insider Book Club with your readers, include it in your newsletters, and mention it on social media to help grow our community.
What criteria do you use to select books?
There are a few things a book MUST have to be considered: a professional-looking cover, clean formatting, and a well-edited manuscript. More than anything, we're looking for GREAT books. Other factors that excite us include high ratings, awards, intriguing blurbs, and glowing editorial reviews. However, we know every author is at different stages of the journey and won't reject a book simply because it lacks a lot of buzz.