Bookstores in Florida Accepting Local Authors
These 7 independent bookstores publicly say they accept submissions on their own websites. All are in Florida; see all 198 nationwide or the Jacksonville page.
The 7 shops
EXILE Books
Experimental artist's bookstore and project space in Little Haiti that started as a roaming pop-up in 2014; it publishes and runs exhibitions, fairs and workshops.
Heads up: The zine-submission page is just a link to a form; it's unclear whether zines are sold. No terms published.
Steamy Lit Bookstore
Romance bookstore and literary collective with shops in Fort Lauderdale, Miami Springs and Tampa; it also runs Steamy Lit Con.
Heads up: Romance titles only; terms aren't published.
The Book Rescuers
Huge donation-supported used-book warehouse with a dedicated island for local authors and a small maker section.
Heads up: Maker space is limited.
Story & Song Bookstore Bistro
Amelia Island indie bookstore and bistro with a gallery and program space, carrying books and unique items by local artists and authors.
Heads up: The split isn't stated.
Happy Medium Books Café
Woman-owned Riverside bookstore and barista café with new and used books, gifts, cards, local art and lots of author events.
Heads up: Strongest fit is local authors.
Chamblin Bookmine (Chamblin's Uptown)
Jacksonville's landmark used-and-new bookstore.
Heads up: Books only; terms not posted.
The Story Garden
Highly curated children's bookstore in St. Pete.
Heads up: Children's books only; very selective.