5 Reasons Why We Should Support Indie Authors

            Indie Authors, do they ring a bell? First of all, they are INDEPENDENT authors, not the TRADITIONAL ones who are under the contract of one publishing house.

            I’ve come across from the internet a lot of reasons why people should support indie authors. I, for one, agree with them because I believe in the following rationales.

1)    Freedom.

Indie authors are real and free people who are creatively unstoppable. They are brilliant in their silence and solitude. They are FREE souls, mindful of the heavy word, “freedom”. They love to share their thoughts freely. No one controls them. No inhibitions. No restrictions.

2)    Variety.

Indie authors write varied stories. They publish great books that most probably you’ve never heard of. It’s for you to find out their books at your local or online stores, to read, to learn and share with other readers. I’m sure you’ll discover amazing minds!

3)    Diversity.

Buying and promoting indie authors’ books are your big contribution to diversity. In this manner, you build and generate diversity. There is a considerable and cultural “mosaic” in literature. Indie authors write manifold facts or fictions that contain many different elements. They are incredibly at par with other traditional authors. Well, their chosen genres are also products of the "genius" in them.

4)    Economy.

When you buy the books written by indie authors, you support the economy of your beloved country. You help not only the indie authors but also small businesses in the locality. In other words, it is a noble and dignified actuation to patronize first your very own “talents” and be proud of them. In this way, you will feel truly “local”.  It’s a paramount feeling that you belong to your community. You establish a special “bond and connection” with them.

5)    Generosity.

Supporting the local indie authors makes you remarkably generous. Having a big heart, generosity sets you apart from others. You spell a difference by giving. You create the high spirit of “abundance and prosperity” up and around the universe where there is a law of attraction. It returns to you. Extending your help makes the indie authors stand out as well. And to note- oftentimes the proceeds of their book sales go to foundations and charities. Some of their works are for free just to promote and spread their advocacy. Hundredfold blessing comes back and recompenses the giver in multiple and in immense forms.

            Indie authors wish to get a fair share of attention, appreciation and sincere commendation for their published books, too. Hang in there! A simple LIKE from you or a short comment is appreciated, will you?

-Author Lucy Lombos