You might notice that most books on this site are linked to IndieBound, a national collaboration of local independent bookstores. I am, of course, grateful that you are considering purchasing my books in any format and from any vendor, including the convenient and ubiquitous Amazon.com (which I also use). But I also would like to encourage you to patronize your local independent bookstore whenever possible. Local shops are great for authors and they’re great for communities. Chatting up your friendly neighborhood book seller is fun. And book events usually have free wine and, sometimes, cookies.