Atlanta bookstores accepting local authors & zines
These 4 shops publicly say they accept submissions. Each card links to a listing with the exact pitch instructions from the shop's own website. Read how to pitch to retailers and grab the free line sheet template before you hit send.
The 4 shops
Charis Books & More
Feminist bookstore, now in Decatur across from Agnes Scott College, with the nonprofit Charis Circle running events.
Heads up: Consignment only for local authors, and not by mail.
Eagle Eye Book Shop
Independent general bookstore in Decatur with a Georgia Authors section.
Not accepting right now. The Georgia Author Program is on hold until further notice (updated 6/25/26).
Brave + Kind Bookshop
Decatur children's and family bookstore that also works with local authors on school visits and events.
Heads up: No consignment or independently published titles outside Ingram.
Kiss and Tale Romance Bookshop
Romance-only bookshop in Decatur.
Heads up: Romance titles only; ISBN-13, professional design, and title and author on the spine required.
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