Minnie's Fiction Addiction

If you’ve been following my book reviews for a while, you know I usually include a link at the end of each post for anyone who wants to buy the book I’ve just reviewed. Until now, that link has almost always been to Amazon, because, let’s be honest, it’s convenient, familiar, and usually the first place many of us think of when buying books online.

But starting today, I’m making a small but meaningful change: from now on, my book review links will go to Bookshop.org instead of Amazon.

🌟 Why the Change?

Supporting Independent Bookshops

Bookshop.org was created to help keep independent bookstores alive in the age of big online retailers. Every purchase made through Bookshop.org sends a percentage of the sale to independent bookshops, including small, quirky, local stores that keep our reading communities vibrant.

As someone who loves browsing shelves, chatting with passionate booksellers, and discovering unexpected gems in cozy indie shops, I want to support that world rather than see it disappear.

Aligning with My Reading Values

Books have power, to inform, challenge, and connect us. The indie bookshop scene thrives on that passion and diversity, championing voices and stories that might not always get mainstream attention. By linking to Bookshop.org, I’m helping direct some of your purchases toward stores that care deeply about books and readers.

Still Convenient & Reader-Friendly

Bookshop.org is easy to use, ships quickly (just like the bigger retailers), and offers a pleasant shopping experience. If you’re a fan of ebooks or audiobooks, you can still grab those from your usual platforms, but for physical books, this is a way to do some good with your purchase.

💡 What This Means for You

Whenever I review a book, whether it’s a buzzy new thriller, a backlist gem, or an advanced copy I loved, you’ll now see a Bookshop.org link at the end of my post. If you’re planning to buy the book, clicking that link will:

• Support independent bookshops financially.
• Help me continue to create content (I earn a small commission through their affiliate program at no extra cost to you).
• Keep the love of reading alive beyond algorithms and megastores.

If you already have a favourite local indie shop, you can even choose to direct your purchase to them specifically when you check out.

✨ A Small Step, A Big Impact

This is a small change for my blog, but I hope it makes a difference, even if just a little. Every order through Bookshop.org keeps our bookish communities thriving, helping stores stay open and booksellers keep recommending the stories that matter most.

Thank you for supporting my reviews, and for caring about where your book money goes. Together, we can keep indie bookshops part of our reading future.