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INDIE AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT SUBMISSIONS

The Starlit Shelf is my platform dedicated to celebrating indie authors. Through my Indie Author Spotlight series, book club features, and other promotional opportunities, I offer paid services designed to help your book reach new readers across my website, book club, Instagram and YouTube. If you’d like to be considered, please fill out the form below.


Please note: All features are scheduled according to The Starlit Shelf’s content calendar to ensure every author receives the attention and visibility they deserve. Depending on the package, turnaround time may range from 4–8 weeks, particularly for interviews and reading time. I’ll provide an estimated schedule once your submission is accepted.


Book club features are selected carefully to ensure a strong fit for the community’s reading interests; not all submissions will be accepted. If you request a blog feature that includes a book review, know that all reviews are honest and professional and while I may not connect personally with every story, I will always highlight its strengths and recommend it to the audience most likely to enjoy it.


A deposit of 25% will be required to secure your scheduled feature. Full payment and a signed contract will be due before publication.

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Spotlight Packages

At The Starlit Shelf, I believe every indie author deserves the chance to shine. With over 6,800 engaged followers, a growing book community, and multiple platforms (blog, newsletter, YouTube, and book club), I offer spotlight packages that help your book find its readers.

Starter Spotlight (Starting in January)

$125

 Entry-level visibility for new or budget-conscious indie authors. 

Includes:

  • One blog spotlight (either author or book)
  • One social post + one story on Instagram
  • Newsletter mention in “New & Noteworthy” section
  • Permanent website listing (with Amazon link)

Visibility Spotlight (Starting in April)

$275

Perfect for authors looking for a little more exposure and social reach.

Includes:

  • Two blog spotlights (author + book)
  • Two weeks of social media content (3 posts per week)
  • Full newsletter feature
  • Permanent website listing (with Amazon link)

Premium Spotlight (Starting in April)

$450

A larger package for authors who want extended coverage across my platforms.

Includes:

  • Two blog spotlights (author + book)
  • Two weeks of social media promotion (3 posts per week)
  • Newsletter feature
  • YouTube interview
  • Permanent website listing (with Amazon link)


À La Carte Options (Starting in April)

Pick and choose what works best for your goals

Blog Post (Author Spotlight)

$85

Blog Post (Book Spotlight/Review)

$85

Newsletter Feature (Monthly Edition)

$60

Website Listing (permanent with Amazon link)

$45

Social Media Content (3x posts/week for 2 weeks)

$125

YouTube Interview

$150

Exclusive Book Club Feature (Starting in April)

For authors who want their book to be more than just a spotlight and become part of an interactive community experience. This package is only available after review and approval. If the book is not a good fit for my readers, I reserve the right to decline.

Exclusive Book Club Feature

$200

  Includes:

  • Featured in The Starlit Shelf monthly book club 
  • Live chatroom or Zoom discussion with readers
  • Social media promotion tied to the book club pick

After you submit the form, I will contact you to discuss project details, scheduling, and finalize pricing. Once all terms are agreed upon, a formal contract outlining the scope of services and payment terms will be provided for review and signature. All payments and invoices will be done via PayPal.

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Want to be featured in The Starlit Shelf? Apply here!

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Please include:

 

  • Your Name
     
  • Email Address
     
  • Book Title
     
  • Genre
     
  • Short Book Blurb
     
  • Link to Purchase or Learn More
     
  • Social Media Links
     
  • Who Referred You?
     
  • Why This Book?
     
  • Anything Else I Should Know?  Is this a series? Do I need to read other books beforehand? Triggers?


  • Which package are you most interested in?
     
  • Upload cover / author photo.


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