05/19/2026
Have you heard about Bookshop.org before?
Here's a quick rundown of who they are and what they're about:
1. They work to connect readers with independent booksellers all over the world.
2. Every purchase on the site financially supports independent bookstores.
3. So far they have raised over $47 MILLION for local bookshops.
4. Several formats are offered like hardbacks, paperbacks, Ebooks, and physical audio/video.
5. Speaking of Ebooks! Some copies are DRM-FREE! Which means YOU have true ownership of the titles YOU buy with YOUR money.
6. Bookshop also offers digital copies of classic books for FREE.
7. They have some of the best curated reading recommendations that are actually FOR READERS, not just a quick link that Meta thinks you'll maybe, sorta, kinda like.
8. Besides books, you will find a pretty big selection of games and puzzles.
9. Certified as a B Corp, Bookshop.org puts their mission and the public good above financial interests, giving over 80% of our profit margin to independent bookstores.
10. If you are an author, blogger, or avid reader, you can sign up as an affiliate. You can earn up to a 10-15% commission on books you recommend, which is significantly higher than the standard commission rates offered by competitors!
Whew! Okay, that was a lot, but there are so many pros this company!
To learn more, check out Ope & Fable's "mini" site here:
https://bookshop.org/shop/opeandfable
Take a look around and if you decide to make a purchase make sure to choose Ope & Fable when choosing a bookstore at checkout. 😉
