Readers' List - Monthly Themed Newsletter - Written Word Media
Showcase your book with Readers’ List.
Reach thousands of readers with our monthly themed Readers’ List listicle. Your book is featured alongside select titles in a themed,  search-optimized listicle on our site. We promote Readers’ List on social media and in a monthly newsletter to every reader on the Bargain Booksy, Freebooksy, or Red Feather Romance list. Your book reaches readers beyond your primary genre, and garners traffic and attention all month long.

How It Works

1

Review the monthly themes below, and reserve your spot in the theme that fits your book.

2

The Written Word Media team reviews your title and, if approved, it is included in a listicle with the month’s other titles.

3

Traffic is driven to the listicle through a monthly email send to the entire Bargain Booksy, Freebooksy, or Red Feather Romance email list and social media posts.

Freebooksy

Requirements: Free on Send Date • Minimum 50 Pages • Relevant to Theme

Requirements:

 Free on Send Date

• Minimum 50 Pages

• Relevant to Theme

September
Time to Change
Explore life’s changes and transformations in our September Readers’ List! If your book delves into stories of transitions, big life changes, or navigating new phases, it’s a perfect fit. Join us as we showcase narratives centered on change.
Price: $125
Send Date
September 22, 2024
Submit By
September 15, 2024

Sold Out! Please choose another theme.

October
The Plot Thickens
If your book is filled with twists and turns that keep readers on the edge of their seats, it’s perfect for this month’s Readers’ List! Whether it’s a heart-pounding thriller or a story where every page adds another layer of intrigue, we’re excited to have readers dive into a world where the plot thickens with each clue discovered.
Price: $125
Send Date
October 27, 2024
Submit By
October 20, 2024
November
Giving Thanks for Great Reads
In this edition, we’re eager to showcase books that anyone at a Thanksgiving table might enjoy! Whether they are stories about families, cozy reads, or an autumnal adventure, we want to see your book in this month’s Readers’ List!
Price: $125
Send Date
November 17, 2024
Submit By
November 10, 2024
December
Holiday Reads
There is no better time to spread holiday joy than this December and we are featuring books that do just that. Whether your book features heartfelt romances, family gatherings, or holiday magic, our December Readers’ List is the perfect fit.
Price: $125
Send Date
December 15, 2024
Submit By
December 8, 2024
January
New Horizons
Embark on a journey with us this January as we explore new horizons in 2025. This month’s Readers’ List is for books that delve into new worlds, innovative ideas, and offer fresh perspectives.
Price: $125
Send Date
January 19, 2025
Submit By
January 12, 2025
February
Hearts and Tales
If your book weaves heartfelt stories of love, friendship, or deep human connections, it belongs in this month’s Readers’ List! Whether it’s a touching romance, a tale of enduring friendship, or an inspiring family saga, we’re excited to feature your book this February.
Price: $125
Send Date
February 9, 2025
Submit By
February 2, 2025

Red Feather Romance

Requirements: Minimum 50 Pages • Relevant to Theme

Requirements:

• Minimum 50 Pages

• Relevant to Theme

September
Score Big
Don’t let your sports romance or high-stakes romance tale sit on the sidelines! Showcase your thrilling tales of love to a dedicated audience ready to dive into the game!
Price: $150
Send Date
September 15, 2024
Submit By
September 8, 2024

Sold Out! Please choose another theme.

October
Passion Beyond the Veil
This month is all about stepping into the realm of enchantment! Is your book perfect for the spooky season? Does it feature paranormal romance, nail-biting suspense, or Halloween? If so, we want to feature it this month!
Price: $150
Send Date
October 13, 2024
Submit By
October 6, 2024
November
Staged Romance
Everyone loves a captivating fake dating story. Whether your book involves fake dating, a fake engagement, or even a fake wedding, we want to see it! Apply now for a spot on this month’s Readers’ List.
Price: $150
Send Date
November 17, 2024
Submit By
November 10, 2024
December
Holiday Hearts
Share your winter holiday romance and be featured in our December Readers’ List! Capture the hearts of readers seeking cozy, festive love stories and boost your book’s visibility this holiday season.
Price: $150
Send Date
December 15, 2024
Submit By
December 8, 2024
January
Snowed In
Does your book have characters who are snowed in, stranded, sharing a bed, or otherwise stuck together? This month, we’re excited to cozy up with all your close proximity romances.
Price: $150
Send Date
January 19, 2025
Submit By
January 12, 2025
February
Valentine’s Day
Celebrate love and romance this Valentine’s Day! To spread the joy, we’re excited to feature a diverse range of romance books in this month’s issue.
Price: $150
Send Date
February 9, 2025
Submit By
February 2, 2025

Bargain Booksy

Requirements: $4.99 or Less on Send Date • Min. 50 Pages • Relevant to Theme

Requirements:

 $4.99 or Less on Send Date

• Min. 50 Pages

• Relevant to Theme

September
There’s Never Enough Book!
Do you have a book readers just can’t get enough of? This month, we’re featuring books that we want more of! If your book is unputdownable, filled with fascinating characters and intriguing plots, we want to feature it in this month’s Readers’ List!
Price: $75
Send Date
September 22, 2024
Submit By
September 15, 2024

Sold Out! Please choose another theme.

October
Thrills and Chills
Spooky Season is here! To honor the season, we’re featuring books full of nail-biting suspense, harrowing twists and turns, or hair-raising horror. Book your spot today!
Price: $75
Send Date
October 20, 2024
Submit By
October 13, 2024

Sold Out! Please choose another theme.

November
Curl Up with Captivating Tales
As the crisp autumn air ushers in cozy season, we’re featuring a collection of engrossing reads to keep readers company on those chilly November nights. From gripping mysteries and suspense to thought-provoking stories, we want to see it all this month!
Price: $75
Send Date
November 17, 2024
Submit By
November 10, 2024
December
Merry and Bright Bookish Delights
As the year draws to a close and the magic of the holidays fills the air, we want to see enchanting reads to complement the joyous December season. Book your spot today to fill readers with holiday cheer!
Price: $75
Send Date
December 15, 2024
Submit By
December 8, 2024
January
Journeys Within
Explore the inner landscapes of your mind and spirit with our January Readers’ List. These books encourage deep reflection and personal exploration, setting the stage for a transformative year.
Price: $75
Send Date
January 19, 2025
Submit By
January 12, 2025
February
Snowbound Stories
Celebrate winter’s allure with a collection of engaging reads that transport you to snow-covered landscapes and cozy settings. In February’s Readers’ List, discover books that capture the essence of the season, offering warmth and inspiration in every page.
Price: $75
Send Date
February 9, 2025
Submit By
February 2, 2025

FAQs

What makes Readers’ List different from other email promos?

 

Readers’ List is different from our traditional email promos (like Freebooksy and Bargain Booksy) for a few reasons. First, Readers’ List drives traffic to a listicle featuring themed books with links to retailers. In our other promos, the books and links to retailers are included in the email to readers.

Second, Readers’ List promotes titles to the entire audience of readers on a specific brand (Bargain Booksy, Freebooksy, or Red Feather Romance), regardless of genre. In a traditional email promo, readers only see books that are in their favorite genres. Readers’ List gives authors the opportunity to promote beyond their book’s primary genre.

Does my book need to be available on Amazon?

 

Yes. At a minimum your eBook must be available at Amazon.com. We are also able to promote your eBook at other retailers (Apple, Nook, Google Play) but we cannot promote a book that does not have an Amazon link.

What are the book price requirements for Readers’ List?

 

 

Readers’ List has the same price requirements as a given brand. For the Freebooksy Readers’ List, a book must be free. For the Bargain Booksy Readers’ List, a book must be priced between $0.99 and $4.99. And for the Red Feather Romance Readers’ List a book may be any price (though lower price books typically perform better).

Who visits the Readers’ List landing page?

 

A large number of Written Word Media email subscribers visit our sites every month to review the newest listicle and expand their reading beyond the genres they consistently read. Readers’ List is also promoted on social media by Written Word Media and authors featured on a given month’s list.

What genres does Readers’ List promote?

 

Readers’ List promotes based on a monthly theme instead of genre. If your book fits into the month’s theme, it is eligible for Readers’ List regardless of genre.

What if the date I want isn’t available?

 

Please email our team at info@writtenwordmedia.com to see if there are any last minute openings in our inventory. If not, we are happy to work with you to find a future date convenient to your promotional calendar.

What if I have a question that isn’t listed here?

 

 

Send us an email at info@writtenwordmedia.com. A member of our team would love to chat with you and see how we can help promote your book.

Do I have to wait 30 days to promote the same book?


Readers’ List necessitates a 30-day gap between promotions of the same title within the same brand. For example, if you run a promotion for “Title A” on Readers’ List on Freebooksy for the month of July, you cannot promote that book again on Freebooksy until 30 days later, even as a standard promotion. Alternatively, if you run a standard promotion on Freebooksy for “Title A” on June 20th, you would not be able to run a Readers’ List on Freebooksy promotion until after July 20th. We do not necessitate a 30-day gap between promotions across different brands.

All Written Word Media Promotions

Book Price

Book Genre

Format

FREE – $4.99

ALL

eBook

FREE

ALL

eBook

$.99 – $4.99

ALL

eBook

ALL

Limited

New Release/Any

ALL

Limited

Audiobook

FREE – $4.99

All

eBook

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