Keep Reading and Writing: Expansion is on The Horizon
December 2025 Edition
✒️ A Brief Note from Our Founder
As I look back on 2025 and the last 7 years of Bootstraps existence I could not be more proud. Thank you to the countless people on the journey with us. Writers, readers, partners and the team are what keep this company alive and growing. If you’re reading this, I’d love to hear from you! Get in touch.
🎉THIS YEAR WRAPPED: 2025 in Review
As we close the final chapter of 2025, we’re pausing to reflect on a year shaped by stories, courage, and steady growth. From book launches and readings to festivals, cover reveals, and new voices finding their way into print, this year reminded us why indie publishing matters, because every story deserves care, intention, and room to grow.
We’re grateful to the authors who trusted us with their work, the partners and bookstores who opened their doors, and the readers who showed up, listened, and believed. Each milestone, big or small, added depth to this chapter of our journey.
Thank you for being part of our community. We’re closing this year with gratitude and opening the next chapter with purpose, clarity, and excitement for what’s ahead.
📢 What’s in Line for Early 2026: A Look Ahead
As we open 2026, we’re looking ahead to a season shaped by connection, reflection, and continued growth. Early 2026 brings powerful new releases and author events that invite readers to laugh, listen, and lean into their own stories.
We’re proud to launch Tell Me Your Best Joke by Miriam Dorsett, a sharp and heartfelt exploration of humor as a bridge between people. Soon after, Midlife Musical by Miles Whitney takes the stage—a deeply resonant work about grief, resilience, and the ongoing journey of finding oneself in the midst of change.
Alongside these launches, our authors Dr. Nicholas Baham and CJ Spears will be sharing their work through readings and talks in community spaces, extending each story beyond the page.
This next chapter is already unfolding, and we’re grateful to have you with us as it begins.
📢 New Author Alert! Introducing: Carolyn Meers
Carolyn Meers is an England-born artist, musician, and mother whose work is grounded in resilience, compassion, and creative healing. A drummer at heart, she uses rhythm as both expression and release, while her handmade fairy wands reflect a belief in wonder, intention, and transformation. She is a proud mom to her trans son, a devoted LGBTQ+ ally, and a steadfast advocate for all, human or animal, who don’t always have a voice.
A breast cancer survivor and six years sober, Carolyn’s path is defined by perseverance and hard-earned self-awareness. Her creativity emerged later in life as a form of restoration, shaped by empathy, recovery, and purposeful living. When she’s not creating, she enjoys gaming, puzzles, and time with her cats, Luna and Corn Chip. She lives vegan and supports animal rights, leading with heart in all she does.
🥁 Tell Me Your Best Joke: The cover is here!
Dating is a gamble, but a good laugh is always a win. The big reveal is here: Check out the official cover for Tell Me Your Best Joke! 🥂
📝 Blog Bites: QueryTracker and Writer Beware: Tools Every Writer Should Know About
Ending the year with intention. ✍️
Our final writing and publishing tips blog of 2025 highlights two essential tools every writer should know: QueryTracker and Writer Beware. Together, they help authors query smarter, stay organized, and protect themselves from scams and predatory practices in the publishing industry.
Whether you’re preparing your first query or navigating contracts with experience, these resources offer clarity, insight, and peace of mind at every stage of the journey.
Thank you for supporting our blog this year. You can still explore our 2025 articles on the website, and we look forward to sharing more practical, empowering write-ups throughout 2026.
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