Supporting my work
I am tremendously grateful for my readers and the community we are building here. The first and best way to support my work is to share it with others! Do you know someone who loves reading and might enjoy this publication? Please share my publication with them.
Membership Options
Free Subscriptions: Everything I write is initially open to everyone. I realize there are many demands on our financial resources, and everyone’s situation differs. I don’t want finances to hinder access to the weekly content. You can sign up for the twice-weekly essays without financial obligation. I am grateful to have you along for the journey and look forward to your participation in the discussions.
Paid Subscriptions: If you value the research and writing Beyond the Bookshelf provides, I would genuinely appreciate your considering a paid subscription. Paid subscribers have increased access to me through chat, email, and in the comments section of the essays. You also receive my Quarterly Community Book Recommendations and access to archived essays.
True Believer: These are the people who see my vision for this publication and have the means and desire to support that in a philanthropic way. True Believers receive a copy of my Book of the Year selection, a handwritten note, personalized book recommendations upon request, and all the benefits of the paid and free tiers. They also receive the fastest response times when reaching out to me.
Substack Authors, Military/Veterans, and First Responders: I have a special offer available if you belong to one of these groups and would like to support my writing. As a veteran and an author, these groups hold a special place in my heart.
Gift me a book!
Another way to support my work is to gift me a book from my wish list! Sending me a book from one of the lists below counts as a paid subscription, and I will comp you for a year.
And I have a tip jar available for those who prefer. Anyone who tips will receive some paid comp time on their account.
