Indies United Publishing House is thrilled to announce that Lisa Towles has won a 2025 American Fiction Award in the Thrillers – Tech category for her explosive psychological thriller Switch. The American Fiction Awards, hosted by American Book Fest, recognize standout works across dozens of genres, highlighting books that push boundaries, elevate craft, and deliver unforgettable reading experiences. Towles’ win places Switch among the most compelling thrillers of the year —

Anniversaries, Beach Reads, and Mystery Mischief Hello again, dear readers! It’s me, Quibble — corners fluttering like palm fronds in a suspicious breeze, bookmark tail swishing with detective‑level determination, and heart thumping like a drumroll before a plot twist. August has arrived, and ohhh, this month is gloriously chaotic. The air smells like sunscreen, secrets, and freshly sharpened pencils, which can only mean one thing… August is for MYSTERIES Long days, dark moti

By generous and delightful request, Undertaker’s Espresso Bar of Tombstone, AZ, is hosting author T.E. MacArthur during Showdown in Tombstone weekend. MacArthur will be signing her latest novel, the classic Western Ghost story “A Reckoning in Mercy” on Saturday, September 5, 9:30am to 2pm at the haunted coffee location, 521 Allen Street, the original site of one of Tombstone’s mortuaries. Visitors to Tombstone for the weekend not only have the opportunity to meet MacArthur,

The Month That Looked at June and Said, “Hold my lemonade.” July didn’t so much arrive as it sizzled into existence, dragging a heatwave behind it like an over‑enthusiastic pyromaniac. The Midwest decided to cosplay as the surface of the sun, which meant my beloved porch time — my sanctuary, my writing nook, my bird‑listening zen zone — was reduced to brief, sweaty excursions where I waved at the outdoors like a Victorian invalid and immediately retreated back inside. I tried

We are delighted to welcome Dr. Michael L. Wise to Indies United Publishing House. Michael brings a rare blend of scientific depth, cultural insight, and human warmth to his writing, shaped by a career that spans theoretical physics, innovation leadership, and meaningful research into how societies grow and adapt. His work bridges ancient wisdom with modern understanding, offering readers a perspective that feels both intellectually rich and refreshingly accessible. His upcom

How Clear, Itemized Service Structures Protect Authors and Build Trust Overview Transparent pricing is one of the most powerful tools an author has when navigating hybrid publishing. July’s insight explores how clear, itemized pricing prevents confusion, why opaque pricing became common in early hybrid models, and how transparent financial structures empower authors to make informed decisions. Ethical hybrid publishing thrives when authors know exactly what they’re paying for