Building an audience as an indie author can be crushingly difficult. Yet, there are lots of ways you can support an author (like me!), including options that are completely free. Any help you give is greatly appreciated! Here are some suggestions:
1. Buy My Books
For yourself, as gifts, or to donate to local schools or community groups. Most of my books are available in both print and ebook editions. You can find them at Amazon and many other retailers. Check the pages for each of my books for details and buying links.
3. Attend My Events and Buy Signed Books
Watch for my local book signings and events. It’s always nice to see supportive faces at public events. If you are not able to attend my events, you can still order signed books from me. Contact me with questions and dedication requests. You can then pay me through Venmo or PayPal. Please allow at least 2 weeks for delivery. There will be an added fee for shipping and there are no refunds on signed books.
*Painting by Matt Sesow
4. Listen to My Podcast
Freely Written is available on most podcast apps, offering you a great way to fit in 10-minute story breaks!
5. Subscribe to My Newsletter
Subscribe to my Grounded in Reality newsletter for updates and posts on staying grounded in a chaotic world.
6. Buy Some Merch
My Bitter Lily Books Merch Shop is a side project I’m still exploring. Keep checking in for more designs.
8. Read My Blog
In the early days of internet, I was a fairly avid blogger. That largely stopped once social media took over the world, but I have been getting back into it right here on my website.
Check back often as I blog about my books, my upcoming projects, and my random thoughts. Interacting in the blog comments is an added bonus!
9. Connect on Social Media
As of 2025, my socials are changing.
You can currently find me at Bluesky: SusanQuilty.bsky.social and Substack: Grounded in Reality with Susan Quilty
Previous sites which may go away include Facebook: SusanQuilty.Writer and Instagram: Susan.Quilty
10. Tell your friends!
Never underestimate word of mouth recommendations! Telling your friends about my books, podcast, blog posts, etc. is a GREAT way to support an author!
Plus, if you choose one of my books for your book club, I’m happy to video call in for a chat. I’ve been invited before and they can be a lot of fun!
