An Interview with Laura Banks

Laura Banks is a writer, actor, and comic who made her debut in Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan, and then went on to star in three films for Roger Corman. She continued to become an accomplished stand-up comic and improvisor with Whoopi Goldberg and was a regular at the famed Improvisation and Comedy Cellar in New York City. Banks is a USA Today Best-Selling Author with over 250,000 books sold.

Books for Mom: Our Mother’s Day Picks

Mother’s Day is right around the corner. If you’re struggling to find the perfect gift, check out our picks from BookBaby Bookshop. Curated with moms everywhere in mind, this diverse collection consists of thoughtful works that will validate and inspire readers. Celebrate the bookish mom in your life the right way this year!

Celebrate Earth Day The Indie Author Way!

Join us in celebrating Earth Day through the written word. We believe literature has the power to inspire change and spark meaningful conversations. Independent authors, in particular, have a unique perspective on environmental issues and a passion for storytelling that can engage and motivate readers to form new habits, think differently, and take action.

Book of the Day 4/20/23

The Long Takeout is a creative, thoughtful work of fiction. In nine short stories, author Elijah Douresseau chronicles captivating tales that reflect the interconnection between food, culture, and self-discovery. 

Book of the Day 4/18/23

Drone Away from Home is a wonderful book that is perfect for families and adventurous early readers. Author Michael Lee’s illustrated story shares a heartwarming journey beaming with lessons about friendship, teamwork, and determination. If you’re looking for a book that will excite and inspire your child, you’ll find it in this tale. 

Book of the Day 3/28/23

Diane Simard will touch your heart, move you to tears, and inspire you to face your fears with sheer tenacity and unrelenting courage. Her book, The Unlikely Gift of Breast Cancer, blends the self-help and autobiography genres and shares her remarkable story and lifechanging experience surviving cancer.

Book of the Day 3/22/23

Dogs and wine… can it get any better than that? There is a deep connection between dogs and wineries in Texas. This delightful book beautifully captures the dogs that are a central part of winery life. 

Nature Inspired Books to Read this Spring

Spring is in the air! Nature is slowly awakening from its winter slumber and life is beginning once again. If you find inspiration in the natural rebirth that surrounds us in the Spring, check out some of these nature-inspired reads on BookBaby Bookshop.

Book of the Day 3/17/23

Venture to the Irish seacoast and experience this gripping mystery novel written by renown author Frances Powell. The O’Brien Saga tells the story of Cat Murphy and her Irish Wolfhound, O’Brien.

Saint Patrick’s Day: Irish Inspired Books

Saint Patrick’s Day is an exciting celebration of Irish culture. Every March, we see parades and festivals packed with people draped in green attire. What began as a day commemorating the arrival of Christianity in Ireland has grown into a joyous and global observance of heritage. Whether you partake in these celebrations or not, take a moment to learn about these interesting books that are influenced by Irish themes. 

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