Calling all Booksellers!

I think I may be out of my mind, but last night I thought of an idea that could potentially benefit a LOT of the romance community: An online database of romance-friendly booksellers.

Many new authors want to host book signings or give away promotional items but don’t know which booksellers to contact. More seasoned authors might already know which booksellers love romance authors and who would love to receive items for their customers. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have a nationwide listing of stores to benefit both authors and booksellers?

If we got a listing of even 5 stores per state, we’d have 250 resources. Imagine the possibilities! I’m especially interested in some of the smaller stores, who might not be as well-known. Here’s our chance to support them.

If you would be interested in helping out with this project and you have a few local bookstores where the managers have been particularly kind to romance authors, please e-mail me with the following information:
Store name, address, phone number, contact person, list of items they enjoy receiving, and whether they like to host signings. I’ll take care of the rest and I’ll post it online when we have enough information.

Please pass this onto other authors you know, and let’s see what we can create!