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Make ‘em Laugh

Make them mean, Make them cute. Make them scary. Make them awesome. But don’t forget to make ‘em laugh.   

Advice from IR Approved Author Susan M. Reynolds: “Be patient with yourself and with the process, give yourself grace, and stay the course no matter how hard it gets!”

"While I Breathe" is the true story of how Susan, a first-time mother, and her baby fought together for survival. 

IR Approved Author Roberta Hartling Gates Tells All About Her Book

Number 12 Rue Sainte-Catherine and Other Stories is a collection of stories focusing on Klaus Barbie, a mid-level Gestapo agent whose particular brand of charismatic evil allowed him to rule Lyon, France like a medieval tyrant....

IR Approved Author Helena P. Schrader Tells All About Her Book

Cold War is the second book in the three-part Bridge to Tomorrow series that brings to life the Berlin Crisis of 1948-1949.

Advice from IR Approved Author JJ Osbun : “Promote each other’s work; it’s essential for indie success!”

"The Tiger and the Crane" is a poignant tale set in 19th-century China. In it, a wise crane challenges his animal village's fears by adopting an orphaned tiger cub. The story delves into themes of...

IRDA Winner Amnon Kabatchnik Tells All About his Book

The book highlights the most terrifying moments in theater history, from classical plays by Aeschylus and Euripides to the violence of the Grand Guignol productions in 19th century France.

Advice from IR Approved Author JJ Alo: “Exposure, exposure, exposure… this is a 24/7 ‘job.'”

A Gulf War Veteran struggling to make ends meet discovers a connection between a deadly beast in his neighborhood and an old pharmaceutical facility across the river.

Author Lori Horvitz Tells All About Her IRDA-Winning Book

Collect Call to My Mother follows Lori Horvitz’ experiences as a queer Jewish New Yorker living in the South, looking for love in the internet age.

IR Approved Author Steve Johns on the Hardest Part of Being Indie: “Navigating the complexities of self-publishing can be challenging, especially when you’re unaware of the potential pitfalls or overlooked opportunities.”

FEARLESS: LEADERSHIP LESSONS AT THE CROSSROADS is a candid narrative of resilience, determination, and leadership in the face of unprecedented adversity. At its core, this book is about more than just surviving a crisis—it’s about...