Writing a book is hard work and takes lots of time. Publishing and advertising can cost a lot. Won’t putting a book in the library ruin sales?
“Missouri Biosphere” by Roy Shaw and Louise Harding
Although I rarely read dystopian novels, I would read this one. I know the authors. This is their first book. I read a book and post a review on Goodreads, something they want to happen.
But it won’t happen. I don’t purchase books now except rarely for research as I have too many books on my shelves and too little time to get them read and given away. My income is too limited to purchase a book solely to read it and give it away.
Other Readers
Lots of people don’t normally buy books, but love to read them. I see them checking out piles of books. They join groups and tell others about the books they like. This is free advertising.
Some of these people check out and read a book, then buy a copy. Often these are ones they will send off as gifts. More free advertising.
My Books
I depend on my library. Although I live out of town and must pay for my library card, I value it highly. It lets me use much better internet than is available at my house, read magazines without subscribing and wondering what to do about the pile of old ones, read books from over 50 libraries through a special consortium and write reviews for the newsletter and Goodreads.
My library gives so much to me, I want to give something back. When I publish a book, I make sure a copy goes in the library.
People check out and read my books. They buy copies to send to family and friends. Putting my books in the library is good for everyone.
When “Missouri Biosphere” appears in my library, I will be among the first to check it out.
