2026 Edition

The Best Book Promotion Sites in 2026

Find the right site to promote your free or discounted book and reach more readers.

77 services
16 free to list
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AL

AllAuthor

Book promotion service

Free to list

Authors in any genre seeking multi-channel promotion with no review requirements

The platform combines newsletter, blog, and social media promotion for broad visibility. With a large, diverse subscriber base of over 576k readers, it works well for building discoverability. No minimum reviews or ratings required, making it accessible to newer authors.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking multi-channel promotion with no review requirements

All genres Main book retailers

Free basic plan

Paid plans from $29

576k subscribers

Visit website
AR

Armadillo Ebooks

Book promotion service

Free to list

Authors in any genre seeking wide-reach promo with no review requirements

Armadillo Ebooks promotes titles through both its newsletter and blog/website, reaching a large subscriber base of 200,000 readers across all retailers. Accepts discounted and permafree books in all genres. No minimum review count or rating requirement, making it an accessible, low-barrier option for building visibility and driving downloads.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking wide-reach promo with no review requirements

All genres Main book retailers

Free basic plan

Paid plans from $25

200k subscribers

Visit website
AU

Author Ad Network

Book promotion service

$129

Authors in any genre seeking multi-channel promo across all retailers

Author Ad Network distributes book promos through both newsletter sends and blog/website features, providing multi-channel exposure across all major retailers. Accepts discounted and permafree titles with no minimum review count or rating requirement. A flexible, genre-agnostic option for reaching readers through combined email and web placements.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking multi-channel promo across all retailers

All genres Main book retailers

From $129

Visit website
AW

Awesome Book Promotion

Book promotion service

$65

Self-published authors of any genre seeking broad, low-barrier promotional reach

Awesome Book Promotion features titles through both its newsletter and website, providing dual-channel exposure to readers. The service supports all genres and all retail platforms, accepting both discounted and permafree books. There are no minimum review or rating requirements, making it an accessible option for gaining visibility and driving sales.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Self-published authors of any genre seeking broad, low-barrier promotional reach

All genres Main book retailers

From $65

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BA

Bargain Booksy

Book promotion service

$18

Authors in any genre seeking wide, multi-channel exposure with no review requirements

Bargain Booksy promotes discounted ebooks through a combination of newsletter blasts, website features, and social media posts, giving books multi-channel exposure to a large audience. With a mailing list of 978,000 subscribers and support for all genres and retailers, it offers broad reach. No minimum review count or rating is required, making it an accessible option for newer titles.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books New releases
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking wide, multi-channel exposure with no review requirements

All genres Main book retailers

From $18

978k subscribers

Visit website
BE

Best Book Monkey

Book promotion service

Free to list

Authors in any genre seeking affordable, low-barrier multi-channel promotion

Best Book Monkey promotes titles through both its newsletter and its blog/website, providing dual-channel exposure to a 40,000-strong reader base. Accepts discounted, permafree, and upcoming new release titles across all genres and retailers. No minimum review count or rating required, making it a low-barrier option for building visibility and driving downloads.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New / upcoming releases
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking affordable, low-barrier multi-channel promotion

All genres Main book retailers

Free basic plan

Paid plans from $15

40k subscribers

Visit website
BI

Birdsheaven

Book promotion service

$20

Romance authors seeking affordable multi-channel promo across all retailers

Birdsheaven promotes titles through both its newsletter and blog/website, giving books two channels of exposure to romance readers across all major retailers. No minimum review count or rating requirement is listed, making it a low-barrier option for gaining visibility. A straightforward choice for driving downloads and building readership in the romance genre.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Romance authors seeking affordable multi-channel promo across all retailers

Romance Main book retailers

From $20

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BK

BKNights (Fiverr)

Book promotion service

$5

Authors in any genre running a KDP free promo on a tight budget

BKNights promotes free Kindle ebooks through their established book promotion website, reaching an audience of around 50,000 subscribers. Available across all genres with no minimum review count or rating requirement. Operated through Fiverr, making booking straightforward. A low-cost, low-barrier option for driving downloads during a KDP free promotion.

Promotes on
Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Authors in any genre running a KDP free promo on a tight budget

All genres Amazon/Kindle

From $5

50k subscribers

Visit website
BO

Book Adrenaline

Book promotion service

$35

Mystery and thriller authors with 10+ reviews seeking multi-channel promotion

Book Adrenaline promotes titles through a triple-channel approach: newsletter, blog/website, and social media, maximizing visibility across platforms. Books must have at least 10 reviews and a minimum 3.5-star rating to qualify. Available for Amazon/Kindle titles only. A focused option for genre authors ready to reach an engaged thriller and mystery readership.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Mystery and thriller authors with 10+ reviews seeking multi-channel promotion

Mystery, Thriller Amazon/Kindle
Requirements
10 reviews min, 3.5 stars min

From $35

31k subscribers

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BO

Book Angel

Book promotion service

Free to list

New or emerging authors in any genre seeking low-barrier promotional exposure

Book Angel promotes titles through both its newsletter and website, giving books two channels of exposure. No minimum review count or rating requirement makes it accessible to newer authors. A solid low-barrier option for building awareness and driving downloads or sales.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

New or emerging authors in any genre seeking low-barrier promotional exposure

All genres Main book retailers

Free basic plan

10k subscribers

Visit website
BO

Book Barbarian

Book promotion service

$40

Science fiction and fantasy authors seeking targeted, multi-channel promotion

Book Barbarian promotes titles through its newsletter, blog/website, and social media channels, providing triple exposure across platforms. With an 80,000-strong mailing list focused exclusively on science fiction and fantasy readers, it offers a highly targeted audience. No minimum review count or rating requirement, making it accessible for newer titles.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Science fiction and fantasy authors seeking targeted, multi-channel promotion

Science Fiction, Fantasy Main book retailers

From $40

80k subscribers

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BO

Book Basset

Book promotion service

$9

Self-published authors seeking affordable, low-barrier promo across all genres and retailers

Promote your discounted or free ebook via newsletter and website. Listings start at $9.

Book Basset promotes ebooks through both its newsletter and blog/website, providing dual-channel exposure to engaged readers. The service accepts all genres across all retailers, including both discounted and permafree titles. No minimum review count or rating requirement, making it an accessible option for gaining visibility and driving downloads.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Self-published authors seeking affordable, low-barrier promo across all genres and retailers

All genres Main book retailers

From $9

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BO

Book Below

Book promotion service

$5

Authors in any genre seeking affordable, low-barrier promo for new or discounted books

Book Below promotes titles through both its newsletter and website/blog, giving books dual channels of exposure. Accepts discounted, permafree, and new release titles across all genres and retailers. No minimum review count or rating requirement, making it a low-barrier option for building visibility and driving sales.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking affordable, low-barrier promo for new or discounted books

All genres Main book retailers

From $5

23k subscribers

Visit website
BO

Book Bub

Book promotion service

$113

Authors in any genre with 50+ reviews seeking maximum-impact promotion

BookBub promotes discounted and permafree titles through its massive newsletter and website, reaching over 10 million avid readers across all genres and retailers. Widely considered the gold standard in ebook promotion with unmatched reach and conversion rates. Requires a minimum of 50 reviews and a 4-star average rating. Acceptance is competitive, but a successful feature can drive thousands of downloads or sales.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Authors in any genre with 50+ reviews seeking maximum-impact promotion

All genres Main book retailers
Requirements
50 reviews min, 4 stars min

From $113

10.0M subscribers

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BO

Book Dealio

Book promotion service

$78

Authors in any genre with 10+ reviews seeking wide, multi-channel promotion

Book Dealio promotes titles through its newsletter, blog, and social media channels, offering triple-channel exposure to a large audience of nearly 400k subscribers. Books must have at least 10 reviews and a minimum 4-star rating to qualify. Supports all genres and all major retailers, making it a versatile option for broad reach.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Authors in any genre with 10+ reviews seeking wide, multi-channel promotion

All genres Main book retailers
Requirements
10 reviews min, 4 stars min

From $78

396k subscribers

Visit website
BO

Book Goodies

Book promotion service

$13

Self-published authors in any genre seeking affordable multi-channel promotion

Book Goodies promotes titles through a multi-channel approach combining newsletter features, blog/website listings, and social media posts. This broad exposure strategy covers all major retailers and accepts all genres. No minimum review count or rating requirement is mentioned, making it an accessible option for newer titles seeking visibility across multiple platforms simultaneously.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Self-published authors in any genre seeking affordable multi-channel promotion

All genres Main book retailers

From $13

Visit website
BO

Book Goodies Kids

Book promotion service

Free to list

Children's book authors on any retailer seeking low-barrier, multi-channel promo

Book Goodies Kids promotes children’s titles through a triple-channel approach: newsletter, blog/website features, and social media posts. Books from all retailers are accepted, giving wide visibility regardless of distribution platform. No minimum review count or rating requirement, making it an accessible option for new and established titles alike.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Children's book authors on any retailer seeking low-barrier, multi-channel promo

Children Main book retailers

Free basic plan

Paid plans from $25

Visit website
BO

Book Gorilla

Book promotion service

$40

Authors in any genre with 5+ reviews looking to boost Kindle sales

Book Gorilla promotes titles through its newsletter and blog/website, giving books dual-channel exposure to dedicated Kindle deal hunters. Accepts all genres but requires a minimum of 5 reviews and a 4-star average rating. A well-established Amazon/Kindle-focused service ideal for driving downloads and visibility across a broad readership.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Authors in any genre with 5+ reviews looking to boost Kindle sales

All genres Amazon/Kindle
Requirements
5 reviews min, 4 stars min

From $40

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BO

Book Sends

Book promotion service

$20

Authors in any genre with 5+ reviews seeking broad, multi-retailer exposure

Book Sends promotes titles through both its newsletter and blog/website, providing dual-channel exposure across all major retailers. Covers all genres, making it a versatile option for a wide range of books. Requires a minimum of 5 reviews to qualify for a listing. A reliable mid-tier promo service for driving downloads and visibility.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Authors in any genre with 5+ reviews seeking broad, multi-retailer exposure

All genres Main book retailers
Requirements
5 reviews min

From $20

58k subscribers

Visit website
BO

Book Spry

Book promotion service

$42

Romance and sci-fi/fantasy authors seeking wide-retailer promotional reach

Book Spry promotes titles through both its newsletter and blog/website, providing dual-channel exposure to engaged readers. The service supports books across all major retailers, making it accessible regardless of distribution platform. No minimum review count or rating requirements are publicly listed, keeping the barrier to entry relatively low.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Romance and sci-fi/fantasy authors seeking wide-retailer promotional reach

Romance, Sci-Fi/Fantasy Main book retailers

From $42

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BO

Book Talk

Book promotion service

$16

Self-published authors in any genre seeking low-cost blog-based promotion

Book Talk promotes titles through its blog and website, offering visibility across a community of engaged readers. The platform supports all genres and retailers, so there are no exclusivity restrictions. No minimum review count or rating is required, making it an accessible option for gaining exposure and driving traffic to your book’s sales page.

Promotes on
Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Self-published authors in any genre seeking low-cost blog-based promotion

All genres Main book retailers

From $16

8k subscribers

Visit website
BO

Book Tweeters

Book promotion service

$15

Authors of any genre seeking wide newsletter exposure with no review requirements

Book Tweeters promotes titles through its large newsletter, reaching a substantial mailing list of 475,000 subscribers. Accepts discounted books, permafree titles, and new releases across all genres and retailers. No minimum review count or rating requirement, making it a low-barrier option for broad visibility.

Promotes on
Newsletter
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Authors of any genre seeking wide newsletter exposure with no review requirements

All genres Main book retailers

From $15

475k subscribers

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BO

BookDoggy

Book promotion service

Free to list

Authors in any genre seeking low-barrier, multi-channel book promotion

BookDoggy promotes titles through its newsletter, blog/website, and social media channels, giving books triple exposure across platforms. Supports all genres and main retailers, including series promotions. No minimum review count or rating requirement, making it an accessible option for newer titles looking to gain visibility and drive sales.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases Series promos
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking low-barrier, multi-channel book promotion

All genres Main book retailers

Free basic plan

Paid plans from $21

Visit website
BO

BookRunes

Book promotion service

$25

Authors in any genre seeking broad, low-barrier promotion across all retailers

BookRunes promotes titles through both its newsletter and social media channels, reaching a combined audience of 100,000 readers. The service accepts all genres and supports books across all retail platforms. No minimum review count or rating is required, making it a low-barrier option for gaining visibility and driving sales.

Promotes on
Newsletter
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking broad, low-barrier promotion across all retailers

All genres Main book retailers

From $25

100k subscribers

Visit website
BO

Books Go Social

Book promotion service

$85

Authors in any genre with 7+ reviews seeking wide-reaching multi-retailer promotion

Books Go Social promotes titles through its newsletter and website, reaching a large audience of 150,000 readers across all genres and retailers. Accepts discounted, permafree, and new release titles. Requires a minimum of 7 reviews to qualify. A strong option for broad, multi-retailer exposure through dual promotional channels.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Authors in any genre with 7+ reviews seeking wide-reaching multi-retailer promotion

All genres Main book retailers
Requirements
7 reviews min

From $85

150k subscribers

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BO

Booksliced

Book promotion service

$18

Self-published authors in any genre seeking affordable multi-channel promotion

Booksliced promotes titles through a triple-channel approach: newsletter, blog/website, and social media, maximizing visibility across platforms. With a 45,000-subscriber mailing list and support for all genres and retailers, it offers broad reach. No minimum reviews or rating required, and series promotions are available. A versatile, low-barrier option for building awareness and driving sales.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Self-published authors in any genre seeking affordable multi-channel promotion

All genres Main book retailers

From $18

45k subscribers

Visit website
BO

BooksShelf

Book promotion service

$119

Authors in any genre launching new releases or running price promotions

BooksShelf promotes titles through both newsletter features and blog/website placements, providing dual-channel exposure to readers. Accepts discounted, permafree, and new release titles across all genres and retailers. No minimum review count or rating requirement, making it an accessible option for gaining visibility and driving sales.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Authors in any genre launching new releases or running price promotions

All genres Main book retailers

From $119

Visit website
BO

BookTrib

Book promotion service

$385

Authors in any genre seeking multi-channel exposure with no review requirements

BookTrib promotes titles through a combination of its newsletter, blog/website, and social media channels, providing broad multi-platform exposure. With a 45k-strong mailing list and coverage across all retailers and genres, it offers wide reach. No minimum review count or rating required, making it accessible to newer titles seeking visibility.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking multi-channel exposure with no review requirements

All genres Main book retailers

From $385

45k subscribers

Visit website
CR

Crave Books

Book promotion service

$24

Authors in any genre seeking multi-channel promo exposure across all retailers

Crave Books promotes titles through a multi-channel approach combining newsletter distribution, blog/website features, and social media exposure. Books are accepted from all major retailers, giving wide reach beyond just Amazon. No minimum review count or rating requirements are mentioned, making it an accessible option for newer titles seeking broad visibility across multiple discovery channels.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking multi-channel promo exposure across all retailers

All genres Main book retailers

From $24

Visit website
DA

Dango Books

Book promotion service

$25

Authors in any genre seeking multi-channel promotion with no review requirements

Dango Books promotes titles through a triple-channel approach: newsletter, blog/website, and social media, maximizing visibility across platforms. Books from all genres and main retailers are accepted. There are no minimum review count or rating requirements, making it an accessible option for newer titles. A well-rounded, low-barrier service for driving exposure and sales.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking multi-channel promotion with no review requirements

All genres Main book retailers

From $25

14k subscribers

Visit website
DI

Digital Book Today

Book promotion service

Free to list

Authors in any genre with 10+ reviews seeking affordable multi-channel promotion

Requires a minimum of 10 reviews and a 4-star rating, ensuring promoted books meet a quality threshold. Supports all major retailers, giving wide-distribution authors full flexibility. Works well for authors seeking affordable, broad-reach visibility.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Authors in any genre with 10+ reviews seeking affordable multi-channel promotion

All genres Main book retailers
Requirements
10 reviews min, 4 stars min

Free basic plan

Paid plans from $16

22k subscribers

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DI

Discount Book Man

Book promotion service

Free to list

Authors in any genre seeking low-cost, multi-channel book promotion

Promotions span newsletter, blog, and social media, helping books reach readers across all major retail platforms. No minimum review or rating requirements are listed, making it accessible for newer titles. A solid entry-level option for authors testing promotional strategies.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking low-cost, multi-channel book promotion

All genres Main book retailers

Free basic plan

Paid plans from $15

Visit website
E

E Reader News Today

Book promotion service

$45

Self-published authors in any genre looking to boost downloads on a discounted or free ebook

E Reader News Today features deals through its popular newsletter and blog, reaching over 200,000 readers across all genres and retailers. Books must be discounted or permafree to qualify. No minimum review count or rating requirement, making it an accessible option for driving downloads and visibility.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Self-published authors in any genre looking to boost downloads on a discounted or free ebook

All genres Main book retailers

From $45

200k subscribers

Visit website
EB

EBook Deal Of The Day

Book promotion service

$5

Authors in any genre seeking multi-channel promo with no review requirements

EBook Deal Of The Day promotes titles through a multi-channel approach combining newsletter distribution, blog/website features, and social media exposure. Books are accepted from all major retailers, giving authors broad reach regardless of platform. No minimum review count or rating requirement is mentioned, making it an accessible option with low entry barriers.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking multi-channel promo with no review requirements

All genres Main book retailers

From $5

Visit website
EB

Ebook Hounds

Book promotion service

$10

Authors in any genre with 10+ reviews seeking affordable multi-channel exposure

Ebook Hounds promotes titles through a triple-channel approach: newsletter, blog/website, and social media, maximizing visibility across platforms. Books must have at least 10 reviews and a minimum 3-star rating. Available for all genres, making it a versatile and affordable option for driving downloads and building readership.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Authors in any genre with 10+ reviews seeking affordable multi-channel exposure

All genres Main book retailers
Requirements
10 reviews min, 3 stars min

From $10

64k subscribers

Visit website
EB

eBookDaily

Book promotion service

$5

Authors in any genre looking for affordable, low-barrier multi-channel promotion

eBookDaily promotes titles through its newsletter and blog, reaching over 23,000 readers across all genres and retailers. Accepts discounted, permafree, and new release titles with no minimum review count or rating requirement. A versatile, low-barrier option for driving visibility and downloads through dual-channel exposure.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Authors in any genre looking for affordable, low-barrier multi-channel promotion

All genres Main book retailers

From $5

23k subscribers

Visit website
EB

eBookSoda

Book promotion service

$29

Authors in any genre seeking wide-reach promotion with no review requirements

eBookSoda promotes titles through its newsletter and blog/website, reaching a large audience of 270,000 readers across two channels. Accepts discounted, permafree, and new release titles in all genres across all retailers. No minimum review count or rating requirement, making it a low-barrier option for gaining broad visibility and driving downloads.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking wide-reach promotion with no review requirements

All genres Main book retailers

From $29

270k subscribers

Visit website
EB

eBookStage

Book promotion service

Free to list

New or budget-conscious authors in any genre seeking wide-reach ebook promotion

eBookStage combines newsletter and blog/website exposure to help readers discover your book across all major retail platforms. No minimum review or rating requirements make it accessible for newer authors. A solid entry-level option for building visibility without a large upfront investment.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

New or budget-conscious authors in any genre seeking wide-reach ebook promotion

All genres Main book retailers

Free basic plan

Paid plans from $10

Visit website
ER

eReader Girl

Book promotion service

$14

Self-published authors in any genre running a discount, permafree, or new release promo

eReader Girl promotes titles through its email newsletter and blog, giving books dual-channel exposure to engaged readers. Accepts discounted, permafree, and new release titles across all genres on Amazon/Kindle. No minimum review count or rating requirement, making it an accessible option for building visibility and driving downloads.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Self-published authors in any genre running a discount, permafree, or new release promo

All genres Amazon/Kindle

From $14

6k subscribers

Visit website
ER

Ereader News Today

Book promotion service

$45

Authors in any genre seeking broad multi-channel exposure across all retailers

Ereader News Today promotes books through a multi-channel approach combining its newsletter, website, and social media presence, maximizing visibility across platforms. Supports all genres and all major retailers, giving wide-distribution authors full access. No minimum review count or rating requirement listed, keeping the barrier to entry relatively low.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking broad multi-channel exposure across all retailers

All genres Main book retailers

From $45

Visit website
ER

eReaderIQ

Book promotion service

$70

Authors in any genre seeking broad, multi-retailer exposure with no review minimums

eReaderIQ promotes titles through both its newsletter and website, reaching over 150,000 subscribers across all retailers. Accepts discounted books, permafree titles, and new releases in all genres. No minimum review count or rating requirement, making it an accessible option for driving visibility and sales.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking broad, multi-retailer exposure with no review minimums

All genres Main book retailers

From $70

150k subscribers

Visit website
EX

ExciteSteam

Book promotion service

$15

Romance and erotica authors with 4+ star ratings seeking multi-channel promotion

ExciteSteam promotes books through three channels: a dedicated newsletter, blog/website features, and social media posts, maximizing visibility across platforms. Books must have a minimum 4-star rating. Available for titles on all retailers, giving wide-distribution authors full access. A multi-channel option focused exclusively on romance and erotica genres.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Romance and erotica authors with 4+ star ratings seeking multi-channel promotion

Romance, Erotica Main book retailers
Requirements
4 stars min

From $15

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FR

Free & Discounted Books

Book promotion service

$5

Authors in any genre seeking affordable, low-barrier promo across all retailers

Free & Discounted Books promotes titles through its newsletter and blog/website, providing dual-channel exposure to readers hunting for deals. The service supports all genres and all retail platforms, making it versatile for a wide range of books. No minimum review count or rating requirement is listed, keeping the barrier to entry low for newer titles.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking affordable, low-barrier promo across all retailers

All genres Main book retailers

From $5

Visit website
FR

Free Book Tips

Book promotion service

Free to list

Authors in any genre with 3+ reviews seeking affordable, broad-reach promotion

Requires a minimum of 3 reviews and a 3.5-star rating to qualify. Free Book Tips reaches readers through both newsletter and blog content, giving your book multiple touchpoints. A solid option for newer authors building visibility without strict eligibility barriers.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Authors in any genre with 3+ reviews seeking affordable, broad-reach promotion

All genres Main book retailers
Requirements
3 reviews min, 3.5 stars min

Free basic plan

Visit website
FR

Freebooksy

Book promotion service

$25

Authors in any genre running a free ebook promotion to build readership

Freebooksy promotes free ebooks through its newsletter, website, and social media channels, providing triple exposure to a massive audience of 886,000+ subscribers. Covers all genres and supports series promotions, making it easy to hook readers on a first-in-series title. No minimum review count or rating requirement, keeping the barrier to entry low for newer titles.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases Series promos
Audience

Authors in any genre running a free ebook promotion to build readership

All genres Amazon/Kindle

From $25

886k subscribers

Visit website
FU

Full Hearts Romance

Book promotion service

$20

Romance authors on any retailer seeking affordable multi-channel promotion

Full Hearts Romance promotes titles through a multi-channel approach including its newsletter, blog/website, and social media platforms. This gives books exposure across three distinct audiences for broader reach. Available for books on all retailers, with no minimum review count or rating requirement listed. A solid option for gaining visibility in the romance space through diverse promotional channels.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free New releases
Audience

Romance authors on any retailer seeking affordable multi-channel promotion

Romance Main book retailers

From $20

Visit website
GE

Genre Pulse

Book promotion service

$34

Authors in any genre seeking broad, low-barrier exposure for discounted or free ebooks

Genre Pulse promotes books through its newsletter and blog/website, reaching a large audience of 500,000 subscribers across dual channels. Accepts discounted and permafree titles in all genres across all retailers. No minimum review count or rating required, making it a low-barrier option for maximizing visibility and driving downloads.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking broad, low-barrier exposure for discounted or free ebooks

All genres Main book retailers

From $34

500k subscribers

Visit website
GO

Goodkindles

Book promotion service

$25

Authors in any genre seeking broad exposure for discounted or permafree ebooks

Goodkindles promotes titles through both its newsletter and website, reaching a large audience of 126,000 subscribers across two channels. Accepts discounted and permafree books across all genres and retailers. No minimum review count or rating requirement, making it a low-barrier option for building visibility and driving downloads.

Promotes on
Newsletter Blog/Website
Accepts
Discounted books Free
Audience

Authors in any genre seeking broad exposure for discounted or permafree ebooks

All genres Main book retailers

From $25

126k subscribers

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Red Feather Romance promotes titles through both its newsletter and website, reaching a large dedicated readership of nearly 400K subscribers. Accepts discounted, permafree, and new release titles on Amazon/Kindle. No minimum review count is required, though a 3.5-star minimum rating applies. A strong option for maximizing visibility across two channels with a romance-focused audience.

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Red Roses Romance promotes titles through its newsletter and blog/website, reaching a dedicated audience of 42,000 romance readers across two channels. Books must have at least 10 reviews and a minimum 3.5-star rating to qualify. Available for books on all major retailers, giving wide-distribution authors full access to this romance-focused audience.

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Book Promotion Sites: Are They Worth It?

Publishing a book is easier than ever. Getting people to actually see it? That’s the hard part.

That’s why so many indie authors turn to book promotion sites. These platforms help put your book in front of readers who are already searching for something new to read. Instead of hoping people somehow find your book on Amazon, you pay for visibility through newsletters, featured listings, or reader communities.

Some authors swear by book promotion services. Others spend money and see almost no results. The truth is somewhere in the middle.

Book promotion sites can help increase visibility and sales — but only if you understand how they work, what kind of traffic they bring, and which services are worth your money.

What Are Book Promotion Sites?

Book promotion sites are websites that advertise books to readers.

Most of them focus on ebooks, especially Kindle books. Authors usually submit their books for a free or discounted promotion, and the site sends the deal to its email subscribers or features it on its platform.

The goal is simple: get a large number of readers to notice your book in a short amount of time.

Most book promotion services sort books by genre, which means your thriller gets shown to thriller readers and your romance novel goes to romance fans. That targeting is what makes these services attractive for self-published authors.

Why Authors Use Book Promotion Services

The biggest reason authors use book promotion services is visibility.

There are millions of books online. Even great books get buried every day because readers never see them.

Book promotion sites help solve that problem by placing your book in front of an existing audience.

  • Increase book sales — a good promotion can bring a short burst of paid downloads or purchases.
  • Boost Amazon rankings — extra activity can help your book move higher in category lists for a limited time.
  • Get more reviews — more readers can mean more chances for honest reviews later.
  • Build launch momentum — promotions can help a new release look active from the start.
  • Promote discounted books — readers on these sites often expect deals, so discounts can perform well.
  • Bring attention back to older titles — a backlist book can get fresh visibility with the right promotion.
  • Move readers into a series — the first book can introduce readers to the rest of your catalog.

For many indie authors, promotions are one of the fastest ways to create a temporary spike in traffic. And sometimes, that short burst of visibility can lead to more organic sales afterward.

The Difference Between Free and Paid Book Promotion Sites

Not all book promotion sites work the same way.

Some are free to submit to. Others charge anywhere from a few dollars to several hundred dollars for a single feature. And yes — quality usually matters.

Free Book Promotion Sites

Free promotion sites are appealing because there’s no financial risk. If you’re a brand-new author with no marketing budget, they can be a useful starting point.

But there’s usually a tradeoff.

  • Smaller reader audiences — free sites may not have large, active email lists.
  • Less interested traffic — readers may click because something is free, not because they truly want your genre.
  • Too many books featured at once — your title can get buried in a long list of other promotions.
  • Lower email open rates — free platforms may have less active subscribers.
  • More freebie collectors — some readers download free ebooks without ever reading them.

That last point matters more than most authors realize. You might see hundreds of downloads and still get very few reviews, page reads, or follow-up sales.

Free book promotion sites can still help with visibility, especially when used together, but results are often inconsistent.

Paid Book Promotion Services

Paid book promotion services usually offer better audience quality.

They tend to have larger lists, stronger genre targeting, and readers who are more likely to click, buy, or read. The better platforms are also more selective. They may reject books with weak covers, poor formatting, unclear descriptions, or very few reviews.

That selectiveness is part of what makes them work. Readers trust recommendations more when the books feel chosen carefully instead of thrown into a random list.

  • Larger email lists — more readers may see your book.
  • Better genre targeting — your book is more likely to reach the right audience.
  • More active readers — paid sites often maintain cleaner, more responsive subscriber lists.
  • Higher click-through rates — readers are more likely to take action.
  • Stronger sales spikes — a good paid promotion can help improve rankings for a short time.

But paid book promotion services are not guaranteed money-makers.

A bad cover, weak blurb, poor reviews, or overpriced book can still perform poorly even on a strong promotion site. The site can bring readers to your book page. Your book page still has to do the selling.

Advantages of Book Promotion Sites

You reach readers faster.

Building an audience from scratch takes time. Book promotion services give you access to readers much faster than waiting for social media posts or search traffic to build slowly.

They can help trigger Amazon visibility.

When your book suddenly gets a wave of sales or downloads, Amazon notices. That activity can push your book higher in category rankings, which may lead to extra organic sales after the promotion ends.

They’re simpler than running ads.

Ads take testing, tracking, and patience. Many authors don’t want to spend weeks learning advertising platforms. Book promotion sites are usually simpler: submit the book, schedule the promotion, and review the results.

They work well for series.

A discounted first book can act like an entry point into your series. Even if the first promotion only breaks even, later books can still bring profit.

Disadvantages of Book Promotion Sites

Results can be unpredictable.

Two authors can use the same promotion site and get completely different results. Why? Because success depends on more than traffic. Your cover, title, reviews, genre, price, and book description all affect whether readers buy.

Promotions are temporary.

Most promotions last one day. You may see a sales spike followed by a sharp drop. Without a bigger marketing system behind your books, the results can fade quickly.

Some paid sites are expensive.

Larger book promotion services can cost a lot, especially in competitive genres like romance, fantasy, and mystery. New authors sometimes spend heavily expecting big results and end up disappointed.

Free promotions can lower perceived value.

Running too many free promotions can train readers to wait for discounts instead of buying your books at normal price. Free campaigns can also attract readers outside your target audience, which may lead to weaker reviews or low read-through.

Are Book Promotion Services Worth Using?

For many self-published authors, yes.

But they work best when paired with a strong book package.

  • Professional cover — readers judge quickly, and your cover carries a lot of weight.
  • Good reviews — social proof helps readers feel safer buying from an author they don’t know yet.
  • Strong book description — your blurb needs to make the promise of the book clear.
  • Clear genre positioning — readers should know right away what kind of story or information they’re getting.
  • Solid series structure — promotions often work better when one book leads naturally into the next.

Book promotion sites are traffic tools. They are not magic fixes.

If your book page doesn’t turn visitors into buyers, no promotion service can fully solve that problem.

Still, when used carefully, book promotion services can help authors get early visibility, build momentum, increase rankings, reach new readers, and generate sales faster than organic traffic alone.

The key is treating promotions like part of a bigger marketing plan instead of expecting one newsletter feature to change everything.

Start small. Track your results. Pay attention to which promotions bring interested readers instead of just downloads.

That’s how you figure out which book promotion sites are worth using for your books long term.

Book Promotion Sites: Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does “Permafree” mean on book promotion sites?

Permafree means your ebook is permanently free instead of temporarily discounted. Authors often use permafree books as reader magnets, especially for the first book in a series. The goal is to attract new readers who may later buy the rest of the series.

Q: What counts as a “New Release”?

A new release is a recently published book. Most book promotion services define this differently, but it usually means a book published within the last 30 to 90 days. New release promotions help authors create momentum during launch week when visibility matters most.

Q: What are “Upcoming Books” on promotion sites?

Upcoming books are titles that have not been released yet but are available for preorder. Some book promotion sites allow authors to advertise preorder campaigns to help generate early interest and improve launch-day rankings.

Q: What does “Book Series” mean in book promotion services?

This means the promotion site accepts books that are part of a series. Series promotions often perform better because readers who enjoy the first book may continue buying later books. Many authors promote the first book at a discount to pull readers into the full series.

Q: What are “Discounted Books” in book promotion services?

Discounted books are titles temporarily sold below their normal price. For example, a $4.99 ebook may be reduced to $0.99 for a limited-time promotion. Discount campaigns are common because lower prices often increase downloads and improve visibility during promotions.

Q: Which type of book promotion usually works best?

That depends on your goals. Permafree promotions work well for long-term series growth. Discounted book promotions are useful for short-term sales spikes. New release campaigns help build launch momentum, while upcoming book promotions can increase preorder visibility.

Q: Should new authors use free or discounted promotions first?

Many new authors start with discounted promotions because readers often place higher value on low-cost books than completely free books. Free promotions can generate large download numbers, but discounted campaigns sometimes attract more engaged readers.