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[close] Following the example of fellow Goodreads group, "Review Group", this group believes support for our Indie authors is extremely important. Many of these authors don't receive the attention they deserve. This group is for authors and readers.

[close] A place to protest and sign petitions for the latest updates that Goodreads has planned. Invite your friends, because to make an impact we must have at-least 10k members. Official petition for Goodreads DM removal to not happen: https://c.org/2JcLK98CwB

[close] Every author writes with the hope that their book will find the readers who will truly appreciate it. Yet many excellent books never receive the visibility they deserve not because of their quality, but because readers never discover them. The Reader Discovery Collective is a professional Goodreads community dedicated to helping authors better understand how readers discover, evaluate, recommend, and engage with books in today's publishing landscape. Whether you're traditionally published, independently published, or preparing your first release, this community offers thoughtful discussions centered on reader behavior, book positioning, discoverability, publishing trends, and long-term author growth. Inside the group you'll find conversations about: • Reader discovery and visibility • Goodreads engagement strategies • Amazon book positioning • BookTok and reader communities • Book descriptions and first impressions • Genre expectations and audience alignment • Author branding • Launch planning • Reader psychology • Book marketing ideas that prioritize genuine reader connection The group encourages thoughtful discussions, knowledge sharing, and constructive feedback for both new and experienced authors. It's a place where authors exchange ideas, ask thoughtful questions, learn from one another, and explore practical ways to help their books reach the right readers. Whether you're seeking fresh perspectives, constructive discussions, or meaningful connections with fellow writers, you'll find a welcoming community committed to helping books get discovered. Hosted by Doris B. Amirion.

[close] We're a group of readers and writers who are looking to beta books for free. Our purpose is to give those who are self-publishing a chance to have their work looked over by an unbiased third party. We are not professional editors, and therefore we do not ask for any fees.