Where to Buy Signed Books & Pre-Order Incentives – Support Indie Bookstores & Authors
You may know that both Christy and I have always been on the hunt for buying signed books, we even run a bookstagram challenge called #SignedBookSundays to share our appreciation for signed books!
Lately we have been shouting about buying books in *these times* and supporting indie bookstores and especially supporting these new releases…so I decided I should merge powers of my obsession with signed books and put all this information in one place.
For the good of bookstores!
If the book also has a pre-order incentive we will also link out to that as well. We are including pre-order incentives that come with bookplates, because those are signed books too!
Remember not all stores can handle personalizations due to limited staff and social distancing, so if I didn’t state the book can be signed/personalized, then the author nor bookstore stated explicitly that it can be personalized, however it doesn’t hurt to put that desired personalization in the comment notes section, and maybe possibly, the store can meet that requirement.
What I do when I am ordering I put in the notes/comments section something like this if I would love my copy personalized and their instructions do not let me know if they are accepting that extra level of signing:
“I would please like a signed copy & if you are taking personalizations please sign to Kelly. Thank you!”
In these times please be patient and remember you are supporting local businesses, authors – and you may just get a SIGNED book, and no harm in that!
ALSO of note: Most of these signed books are happening as preorders only – the authors’ usually plan ahead to be the safest and prepared and only signing the orders they have received in time for their release. Some may sign some extra stock so if you are ordering on release day be sure to check with the store first — or don’t be sad when it comes unsigned — remember you are supporting a small indie business & the author!
**This list is highlighting USA preorder stores and incentives, if there is an international campaign, we will try and include that information, but please use this as a jumping point to do your own research.
*Not all books listed below are Young Adult, I know that the majority are, but we are including whatever we come across be it MG, YA, or Adult!*
We will update this post as often as we can, but if we are missing a signed book leave us a comment!
As the list grows, the newest embedded tweets & instagram posts time out, so I will be removing older entries, and especially the embeds from the earlier months for all of our sakes.
2023 Signed Books
Janurary
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Song of Silver, Flame Like Night by Amélie Wen Zhao
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from Books of Wonder. Releases January 3rd
The Love Match by Priyanka Taslim
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from Books of Wonder. Releases January 3rd
Unseelie by Ivelisse Housman
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from Bluebird Bookshop and receive a free preorder gifts included or any retailer (Bookshop link) and submit proof for signed bookplate & bookmark! Deadline 1/2/2023. Releases January 3rd
The Stolen Heir by Holly Black
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from Book Moon Books. Deadline Jan 2nd – Releases Jan 3rd
Loathe to Love You by Ali Hazelwood *
Preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from BookPeople. Releases Jan 3rd. *This is an adult title
Friday I’m in Love by Camryn Garrett
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from Books Are Magic and receive an art print & bookmark! Releases Jan 10th
Another Dimension of Us by Mike Albo
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from PT Knitwear! Releases Jan 17th
Mysteries of Thorn Manor by Margaret Rogerson
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from The Bookshelf. Releases Jan 17th
As You Walk on By by Julian Winters
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from Little Shop of Stories or any retailer (Bookshop link) and submit proof for goodies. Releases January 17th
The Reunion by Kayla Olson *
Preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from BookPeople. Releases Jan 17th. *This is an adult title
RETRO by Jarrod Shusterman & Sofia LaPuente
Preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from Mysterious Galaxy Books (or for bookplate and goodies – any retailer – Bookshop link) submit preorder proof here. Release Jan 24th
Reggie and Delilah’s Year of Falling by Elise Bryant
Preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from Bel Canto Books, and get this sticker sheet too! Releases Jan 31st
Manifest (Muse #2) by Brittany Cavallaro
Preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from Brilliant Books. Releases Jan 31st
Chain of Thorns (The Last Hours #3) by Cassandra Clare
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from Book Moon Books. Deadline Jan 30th – Releases Jan 31st
One Girl in All the World by Kendare Blake
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from Invitation Bookshop. Releases Jan 31st
Sorry, Bro by Taleen Voskuni*
You can order a signed bookplate with a bookmark from East Bay Booksellers. Releases Jan 31st * this is an adult title
Vampire Weekend by Mike Chen *
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from from Books Inc. Releases Jan 31st * this is an adult title
February
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Afterglow (Golden Boys #2) by Phil Stamper
Preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from Books Are Magic – preorder campaign for art prints as well (any retailer Bookshop link). Releases February 7th.
The Severed Thread (The Bone Spindle #2) by Leslie Vedder
Preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from Boulder Book Store. Releases Feb 7th
Planning Perfect by Haley Neil
Preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from Brookline Booksmith & receive an exclusive art print from Jenifer Price! Deadline 2/13 – Releases Feb 14th
Always the Almost by Edward Underhill
You can preorder A signed and/or personalized copy from The Ripped Bodice, or from any retailer (Bookshop link) and receive a signed bookplate and 3 valentine card prints. Submit receipt here. Releases Feb 14th
She Is a Haunting by Trang Thanh Tran
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from Little Shop of Stories & all preorders (from any retailer – Bookshop link) are eligible for an enamel pin –submit here. Releases Feb 28th
March
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Mr. & Mrs. Witch by Gwenda Bond *
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from Joseph-Beth Books and get an exclusive sticker. Deadline March 3rd, releases March 7th * this is an adult title
There Goes The Neighborhood by Jade Adia
You can preorder from any retailer (Bookshop link) or library request, and submit proof for a signed bookplate, art card, and vinyl sticker. Offer good until March 10th, Releases March 7th
The Foxglove King by Hannah Whitten*
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from Parnassus Books. Deadline March 6th, releases March 7th * this is an adult title
Flowerheart by Catherine Bakewell
Preorder from Mysterious Galaxy Books and receive exclusive preorder gifts, including a signed bookplate, 2 stickers, 2 art cards, and a bookmark. Releases March 14th.
Stars and Smoke by Marie Lu
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from Little Shop of Stories. Put “signed copy” & personalization in your order comments. Releases March 28th, Event March 31st.
Made of Stars by Jenna Voris
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from One More Page Books or a signed copy from East City Bookshop, and preorder gifts including exclusive Zine will be included, all other preorders (any retailer – Bookshop link) should submit proof to receive only the signed bookplate, bookmark, and art print. Releases March 28th
April
Blood Debts by Terry J. Benton-Walker
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from Little Shop of Stories. Releases April 4th
Spell Bound by F.T. Lukens
You can order a signed and/or personalized copy from Little Shop of Stories. Put “signed copy” & personalization in your order comments. Releases April 4th
Divine Royals by Rebecca Ross
You can preorder from any retailer (Bookshop link) and submit receipt for a signed bookplate & an enamel pin! Releases April 4th
A Whole Song and Dance by Sarvenaz Tash
You can preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from Books Are Magic or a signed bookplate from any retailer (bookshop link) if you submit your receipt to sarvenaztashpreorders@gmail.com (details on instagram). Releases April 4th
Forget Me Not by Alyson Derrick
Preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from White Whale Books, and you will get this gorgeous print from Jennifer Prince (no need to fill out form if buying White Whale) otherwise order from any retailer (Bookshop link) and submit receipt for this print! Releases April 4th.
Bianca Torre Is Afraid of Everything by Justine Pucella Winans
Preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from Mysterious Galaxy Books and receive exclusive preorder gifts, including 2 stickers & art card. Deadline April 7th; Releases April 11th
Promises Stronger Than Darkness by Charlie Jane Anders
You can preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from Folio Books – include in the order comments any personalization requests. A portion of all proceeds of preorders from this store will be donated to TGI Justice. Releases April 11th
Hot Dutch Daydream by Kristy Boyce
You can preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from Cover to Cover Books and please include in the notes that you want a signed copy, as all books will be signed on site at the event date on April 29th. Releases April 18th
No Boy Summer by Amy Spalding
You can preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from Left Bank Books at the in person event on April 24th, leave a comment with your personalization request! Releases April 18th
Sizzle Reel by Carlyn Greenwald*
You can preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from Pages Bookstore! If you wish to have your book personalized, please leave a note in your order specifying how you would like it signed. Releases April 18th * this is an adult title
The Fiancée Farce by Alexandria Bellefleur*
You can preorder a signed copy from The Strand, (nothing mentions personalizations), and get an exclusive sticker too. Releases April 18th * this is an adult title
Harley Quinn Ravenous by Rachel Allen
Preorder a signed copy from Brave & Kind Books and that includes special exclusive embossing stamp, and a bookmark, plus automatically entered to win a grand prize (see details)! Releases April 25th.
May
Ander & Santi Were Here by Jonny Garza Villa
You can preorder from any retailer (Bookshop link) and submit receipt for a signed bookplate & two art prints! Releases May 2nd
Imogen, Obviously by Becky Albertalli
You can preorder from any retailer (Bookshop link) or library request (OPEN INTL) and submit details for a signed bookplate & art postcard! Releases May 2nd
Chasing Pacquiao by Rod Pulido
You can preorder a signed and/or personalized copy from Bel Canto Books and also get a bookmark included! Releases May 2nd.
Lion’s Legacy by Lev A.C. Rosen
You can preorder a signed copy from Books of Wonder, or any retailer (bookshop link) and submit proof for a signed/personalized postcard. Releases May 2nd
They Hate Each Other by Amanda Woody
You can preorder a signed copy from Sidetrack Books. Releases May 9th.
Fake Dates and Mooncakes by Sher Lee
Preorder from one of the 5 participating indie bookstores for a signed bookplate & sticker! Books of Wonder, Porter Square Books, Mysterious Galaxy, and The Ripped Bodice. Releases May 16th.
We will try and keep updating this page with more offers! Feel free to leave a comment if you know of more signed books! I tried to do the leg work for y’all but that doesn’t mean we are responsible for these books, signed copies, or any liability. Please contact the shops if you have more questions.
