Indies United Publishing House is thrilled to celebrate Lisa Towles, whose powerhouse storytelling has once again earned national recognition. This year, two  of her thrillers received honors from the prestigious Reader Views Literary Awards, a program known for spotlighting standout independent voices across genres. Towles’ psychological thriller Switch  was awarded the Reader Views Bronze Award in the Thriller/Suspense category, recognizing its razor-sharp pacing, layered i

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that Indies United has lost one of our own. Author, filmmaker, storyteller, and friend Robert J. Emery has passed away. Bob was with us almost from the beginning, one of those rare souls whose presence becomes part of the foundation. He brought with him not only his books, but a lifetime of creative achievement: writer, producer, director, and author, known also by his pen name R.J. Eastwood. He was a member of the Directors Guil

(Spoiler: nothing about it was normal.) You ever have one of those days where you sit down with a clear plan, a full mug of determination, and the naïve belief that the universe will let you follow your schedule? Yeah. Me too . Today. Again. I started the morning with the noble intention of tackling my to‑do list in order. A simple plan. A reasonable plan. A plan that lasted approximately… seven minutes. Because the moment I opened my email, the Publishing Gods spun the Wheel

Hear me out on this. At Indies United, we’ve long suspected something: our authors aren’t entirely human. Sure, they look  like regular people. They drink coffee, misplace their glasses, and occasionally forget what day it is like the rest of us. But beneath that ordinary exterior? Superpowers. Real ones. The kind that keep stories alive and the book world spinning. Let’s break down the evidence. They juggle more roles than a comic‑book shapeshifter. Writer, editor, marketer,

Discover Something New, On Us At Indies United, we believe stories should be shared, and February is the perfect time to do just that. This month, we’re spotlighting a curated selection of free books from our catalog, available to download and enjoy with no strings attached. You’ll find a mix of full-length books, short stories, and novellas, each one chosen to showcase the incredible range of voices in our author community. Whether you’re in the mood for a gripping mystery,

Why February Is the Perfect Month to Celebrate Our Library Partners February is Library Lovers’ Month, and around here, that feels like a celebration made just for us. Indies United has always believed that stories belong everywhere, in homes, in hearts, and especially on library shelves where anyone can discover them. That’s why we’re so proud to have many of our titles included in the Indie Author Project, and why we encourage our authors to submit their work. Through the I