I’m Not Boycotting Amazon, But I am Buying Smarter 📚💡

Let’s get one thing clear: I’m not boycotting Amazon. I still shop there for books, and I probably will for a long time. Why? Because Amazon is still essential for authors, especially indie authors who rely on those sales, rankings, and reviews to grow. Without Amazon, so many talented writers would never get seen. And I am all about supporting indie authors. Always have been, always will 💖

But… I’m also making a conscious shift in where I shop for my books and audiobooks. That doesn’t mean I’m cutting Amazon out completely. It means I’m getting a little more intentional about where I spend my book money.

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Where I’m Shopping Instead

So while I’ll still use Amazon when I need to, I’m now checking a few other places first. These are my go-to alternatives:

• The author’s own website (especially for signed copies or exclusive editions)
• Bookshop.org for physical books and ebooks
• Libro.fm for audiobooks
• Kobo for ebooks
• Barnes & Noble for physical books and ebooks

These platforms offer different benefits, and some are seriously underrated. Plus, they give me a way to support local bookstores and authors directly. That’s a win in my book 🎉

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Why I’m Loving Bookshop.org ❤️

Bookshop.org has quickly become my favorite spot for ordering physical books. And guess what? They now offer ebooks too!

Here’s why I’m all in:

• A portion of every sale supports independent bookstores
• You can even choose a local store to support with each purchase
• The site is easy to use and feels good to shop on
• Their selection is wide, and they ship quickly
• It’s not Amazon 😉

Even when I can’t resist a special edition from Amazon, I check Bookshop.org first. If they have it, that’s where I’m buying.

Join BookShop.Org today!

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Audiobooks? I’m Team Libro.fm 🎧

If you haven’t tried Libro.fm yet, let me introduce you to your new audiobook BFF. It’s like Audible, but better for your conscience. This was actually an easy choice. I’ve been an Audible member since 2010, so it took me a while to switch. I tried several others, and Libro.fm was by far the best.

Here’s what makes it amazing:

• You own the audiobooks you buy (no weird rules) and YES, you can download the files
• Credits don’t expire
• You support a local bookstore of your choice with every purchase
• Monthly membership options are just as good as Audible
• They’ve got all the same narrators and bestsellers
• It feels good to listen and support indie shops at the same time
• It’s available internationally

And yes, they’ve got an app for easy listening. I’ve had zero issues switching over.

Join Libro.FM today

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The Bottom Line

This isn’t about guilt-tripping anyone for using Amazon. I still do. But I’ve learned there are so many ways to support authors, bookstores, and the book community beyond one mega-retailer.

So if you’re looking to mix things up a bit, check out these alternatives. Even one small shift makes a big difference 💪

Still shopping Amazon? Cool. Looking for another way to shop? I got you covered 😉

Let’s keep reading and supporting the book world however we can. Always with love 💛