The Month That Looked at July and Said, “Hold my iced coffee.” August didn’t stroll in. It sauntered, with that smug little “I have plans” expression it always wears. And oh, it had plans. Between anniversaries, birthdays, wildlife encounters, and the usual publishing pandemonium, the month was loud, busy, emotional, and just a little sparkly around the edges. So… a typical month, really. Indies United Anniversary Shenanigans On August 12th, Indies United celebrated another y

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news from one of our long‑time Indies United authors, H. Max Hiller. This October, Max will be heading to Kansas City as an official vendor at the Heartland Book Festival — and this isn’t just any acceptance. Out of more than one hundred applicants, only twenty‑two were selected, and Max earned one of those coveted spots. The Heartland Book Festival is a celebration of storytelling, creativity, and community, bringing together readers and

Why Creative Control and Decision‑Making Power Define Ethical Publishing Overview Author autonomy is the cornerstone of ethical hybrid publishing. August’s insight explores how creative freedom, production independence, and decision‑making power shape an author’s long‑term success. Transparent hybrid models thrive because they empower authors to control their work, their process, and their career — without sacrificing the support of a professional house. Key Takeaways Autonom

A Celebration of Stories, Strength, and the Beautiful Chaos of Indies United Tomorrow, August 12th, marks eight years since I opened the doors of Indies United Publishing House. Eight years since I said, “Let’s build something different. Let’s build something together.” And somehow, through every twist, turn, triumph, and tear, we did exactly that. Eight years. Over 250 books under our imprint. Dozens upon dozens of authors who trusted us with their stories. A community that

Children’s author Ron Kinscherf will be appearing at the Second Annual Southeast Iowa Book Fair on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the Fairfield Arts & Convention Center in Fairfield, Iowa. The event runs from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and is free and open to the public. This year’s fair is expanding into a two‑day celebration of books and storytelling, bringing together more than thirty authors from across the region. Visitors can browse books, attend readings, meet authors, and

This Was Not on the Agenda I started August with an agenda. A neat, organized, beautifully structured agenda that made me feel like I had everything under control. August took one look at it, shrugged, and said, “That’s cute,” before tossing it directly into the cosmic recycling bin. Because this month? This month had other ideas. August opened with a project I genuinely believed was wrapped, only for it to politely inform me that it had additional opinions and would like to

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