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All Things Indie for April - Bookcast Newsletter
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It's Indie April, Bookcasters!Hey there Reader, As you know, we are all about indies here at the Bookcast. So for Indie April, here are some indie presses, bookstores, and books you need to know! Indie Presses: Oklahoma is home to some fantastic small presses putting out great work from authors worth reading. Here are just a few:
Indie Bookstores: I'm not sure we can fully appreciate what a gift it is that Oklahoma has so many incredible independent bookstores across the state. The current list at okiebookcast.com/bookstores includes 34 stores - find one near you! Indie Books: Here's a recent video rundown from me of 9 indie books I've read in the past few months. Something for everyone! College Unpacked Event at Literati Press!Speaking of indie books - come join me on Tuesday, April 8 at 6:30PM at Literati Press Bookshop (3022 Paseo in OKC) to celebrate the launch of my new book, College Unpacked. I'll be talking with Dr. Garret Castleberry about the book and about the first year college experience and taking questions. After the conversation, I'll be signing books. Copies will be available at Literati or you can bring a perviously purchased copy. See you there! On The Okie Bookcast this month:
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