Showcase Your Books. Grow Your Reader Community.

Join The Bookshelf Book Tours.

A monthly, genre-themed virtual event connecting indie authors with hungry readers, libraries, and fellow writers.

What to Expect from a Virtual Book Tour

At The Bookshelf, we bring readers to you. Every month, we host genre-specific events where authors connect directly with fans specific to their genre.

When you join, you won’t just “show up on Zoom.” You’ll step into a curated experience designed to grow your readership, boost your sales, and give you lasting marketing assets you can use again and again. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Your Spotlight — A 20-minute feature to read, share your story, and showcase your personality to a live audience of readers.

  • Lively Panels & Q&A — Join fellow authors for interactive discussions and real-time reader questions that deepen engagement.

  • Cross-Promotion Power — Every author promotes the tour, multiplying your reach far beyond your existing audience.

  • Email List Growth — Share your reader magnet and capture attendees who want to hear more from you long after the event.

  • Marketing Assets to Keep — Walk away with highlight clips, graphics, and testimonials you can repurpose for ongoing promotion.

How it Works

Joining a tour is simple — we handle the tech, structure, and heavy lifting so you can focus on what you do best: connecting with readers. Here’s the path from application to applause:

  • Apply to Join — Fill out a quick application with your bio, book details, and preferred genre tour.

  • Get the Toolkit — Once approved and scheduled, you'll receive swipe copy, graphics, and step-by-step guidance so promotion feels effortless.

  • Prep with Support — Join our onboarding call and tech test to feel confident and ready on event day.

  • Shine on Stage — Enjoy your 20-minute spotlight and take part in live panels and Q&A with readers.

  • Keep the Momentum — After the event, walk away with new readers, marketing assets, and a stronger author network.

Why Join The Bookshelf's Tours?

Unlike crowded online marketplaces, The Bookshelf puts authors first. We handle the tech, hosting, and most of the promotion so you can focus on showing up for your readers.

We also care about the literary community as a whole. Every $5 ticket sold supports national library associations, aligning every book tour with a cause readers care about.

Who should apply?

Not every event is the right fit for every author — but if this sounds like you, you’ll feel right at home in a Bookshelf Book Tour:

  • You want your books discovered. If you’re eager to put your stories in front of readers who are actively looking for new authors, this is for you.

  • You want more than algorithms. Instead of battling ads and crowded marketplaces, you’re ready to connect with readers directly.

  • You’re open to collaboration. Tours thrive on cross-promotion — when authors work together, everyone wins.

  • You’re building for the long term. Beyond a sales bump, you’re looking to grow your list and nurture loyal fans.

  • You’re excited to engage. Readers don’t just want your book — they want you. If you’re willing to show up authentically, they’ll remember you.

  • Spaces are limited to 10 authors per tour. Applications are reviewed on a first-come, best-fit basis.