I didn’t want to write this post. But here we are.

After running the numbers (and re-running them several times), I’ve made the decision to raise the paperback price of Welcome to Seagull Street starting June 10. Until then, it will remain at the current price of $14.99.

Here’s why:
As an indie author, I’m responsible for every part of the process: from writing and editing to design, printing, distribution, marketing, and fulfillment. While I’ve tried to keep the price as accessible as possible as a debut author, I’ve had multiple conversations with independent bookstores who want to carry the book but can’t because the current price doesn’t leave them enough margin to make it viable. That was the deciding factor.

Between increased production costs since I selected the price earlier this year and the need to support bookstore partnerships, I’ve realized the price needs to reflect the true cost of creating and sharing this book. I want Welcome to Seagull Street to be available in as many places as possible: online, in stores, and on shelves you might wander past while on vacation. Adjusting the price helps make that possible.

If you’ve been thinking about picking up a copy (for yourself or as a gift), now’s the time to do it at the original introductory price of $14.99. It’s available through June 9 at Amazon, Bookshop.org, and several amazing indie shops (signed copies, if you’re local!).

And if you’ve already purchased a copy: thank you. Truly. Your support means more than I can say.