It's very easy, like buying on any other site. You'll find instructions with screenshots here.

No.

I'm not even integrating the newsletter system to auto-add you to my newsletter (if you want quarterly updates, head here and sign up yourself).

I won't email you asking you to leave a review.

I won't bug you at all. I've attempted to turn off any potential setting for something that might pester customers. No one wants that kind of thing. The only emails you get should be from Payhip with your download information.

I promise I have no interest in bothering you. I just want you to buy my books and enjoy them.

Payhip has an article here on how to find your downloads.

They also have numerous articles here on how to send to Kindle and other devices, and how to load your files.

I read on my iPad so what I typically do myself is open my email on my iPad, find the email from Payhip, download the file, and then choose to open the file in Apple Books. That puts eBooks in my regular library.

MP3 format does not allow for chapter breaks (unless I divide them all as separate MP3 files for each chapter, which would then increase the risk of them ending up in the wrong order or there being a missed download). As well, most audiobook apps from different stores are locked as to not allow outside-purchased audiobooks.

To maintain the experience of having chapter breaks and ease of use for playing like you'd find via third party stores, I have opted to sell books as M4B files, which allows for a single file of multiple MP3 files and chapter breaks that you can skip forward and back like usual. There are a lot of free apps you can use to listen.

if uncertain, please remember I offer a "learn to sideload" offer so you can try out an M4B file and ensure you can play it, free of charge.

Most store apps are locked so you can only listen to audiobooks you've bought through them. An M4B file, though, is set up to be like the audiobooks you listen to complete with chapter breaks and everything.

When purchasing an audiobook file, you'll also receive a PDF with some app suggestions depending on your device. To repeat those suggestions:

On PC, I successfully used VLC Media Player.

For your Android Device, you might try: Smart Audiobook Player, Listen Audiobook Player, or MortPlayer

For iOS, you can try: MP3 Audiobook Player, Bound, BookPlayer (I use this one)

The instructions above for finding your download while on mobile also apply to audiobook files. If you're on a Mac desktop, you might be able to easily add the M4B to your Apple Books library.

USD. I had to pick one and that's how clients typically pay me so it's what my PayPal is set to. This does raise the price for Canadians and others, and for that I apologize.

Yes, I have a product set up that is exactly that: have a trial run with the M4B audio file, a PDF and epub for your eReader, and another PDF with some suggestions for audiobook players.

Yes, please do! I want you to be able to have the files on whatever device you use for reading and back them up to your own private storage.

No. The file is licensed to you and you alone--put it on all your devices, back it up, but do not share. Payhip has a gifting option if you'd like to buy a book for a friend.

Illegal copying and distribution of my work has led to the cancellation of several series. I cannot continue to publish books that people don't buy. Please support worker rights and independent artists--that's the only way more books can be published.

You can reach out to Payhip or me for help. I will do my best to guide you or point you in the right direction.

The one issue I've had is that one buyer had been successfully purchasing books and then she stopped receiving emails. I was able to change the email associated with her order to backup one she had and get her order information resent. So please let me know if there's a problem and I should be able to troubleshoot with you.

Not on digital items.

You might depending on your location.

VAT is automatically collected and remitted by Payhip. In Canada, GST/HST is collected and remitted to the government.

It's very easy, like buying on any other site. Add your physical address and shipping options will be automatically calculated.

USD. I had to pick one and that's how clients typically pay me so it's what my PayPal is set to. This does raise the price for Canadians and others, and for that I apologize.

You can reach out to me for help. I will do my best to guide you or point you in the right direction. Please include your order number.

This will vary depending on how many books you're ordering, where the books are coming from, and where you're located. Please enter your shipping address at checkout to get an estimate.

Shipping is typically combined so if you're interested in a few regular paperbacks/hardcovers, you'll likely save if you order them all at once.

I have no control over how long it takes for a print book to ship, nor can I control shipping prices. That is all handled by the print-on-demand company, BookVault, that fulfills print orders.

Normally books are printed and shipped within three to five business days. Shipping time will vary depending on courier chosen.

If you are eyeing a few print books, shipping is automatically combined so you might end up saving if you order a few at once rather than one at a time.

Note that this is a better option for US and UK readers than it is Canadian--currency here is USD and despite having a Canadian printer they charge me (to order books) USD for printing and shipping costs. The only shipping option is Purolator. It's hideously expensive and I'm sorry but I don't control those aspects. Canadian readers are best to buy from Amazon.ca

Also note that if you're ordering regular paperbacks/hardcovers WITH bespoke books (jacketed hardcovers or print boxsets), it is likely your whole order will be shipped from the UK.

All "bespoke" orders are printed and shipped from the UK only regardless of your location. Once again, you'll find shipping options when you check out. Please note that I do not control how long it takes to print and ship (it might be several weeks), nor can I control taxes, customs, or potential tariffs.

The books are all the same trim size (5x8 paperback and 5.5x8.5 hardcovers) which means they'll all line up on the shelf.

The paperbacks should be fairly identical. The hardcovers are from different printers, though, and physically might feel a little different, and the spine elements might line up a little differently. If exact feel/look is important to you across series, please stick with where you previously bought them.

Paperbacks and hardcovers, refunds and replacements can be discussed in the event your order was damaged. Within five business days of receiving, please contact me if there is a defect with the print book. I will request that you supply photos and I will reach out to BookVault (the printer) about the order.

No. They only ship from BookVault UK.

This is not something I can offer.

I know UK shipping is costly for those in North America and that limits sales potential, but the shipping is just as expensive for me (and more so given the volume I'd have to order) on top of the cost of buying the books. It's simply not feasible for me to buy several copies of each bespoke hardcover/boxset, pay all that shipping, and keep them on hand just in case people buy them. Like keeping just five each on hand of the jacketed hardcovers and the Waverly boxset would run me over a thousand dollars up front, and add the stress of having store the books somewhere in my small apartment, figuring out shipping costs, and finding time to do post office runs. It would also eat up all profit on the book given how much I'd pay for shipping to Canada.

As well, due to the US government, I cannot ship anything without excessive paperwork, pre-paid duties, and proof of where items were manufactured. It's a monumental waste of my time and extra expense.

I have this shop so that I, as an individual, do not have to act as a bookstore storing and shipping all these books, and can instead focus on writing.

A signed bookplate you can affix to the inside of your book will be mailed separately to the address you provide at checkout. This is the best alternative I can offer to signed books.

Thank you for understanding.

No. Those are random and depend on what I have on hand, but I can guarantee you will receive two different bookmarks with your stickers (they could be from Waverly Jones, Taiga Ridge, Dweller, and The Silent Places).

No. Selling individual stickers would quickly not be worth the effort of selling them here. The envelopes are packaged and ready to go.

This will depend on where you live. VAT is automatically collected by Payhip. In Canada, HST/GST will be collected by me. (For print books, truly, Canadians: just buy on Amazon. These prices are in USD and you'll have to pay so much in shipping, it's not worth it.)

Yes. This is my direct shop. eBooks bought elsewhere pay me anywhere from 70% (over $2.99) to 35% (under $2.99) of your purchase. Here, about 90% of what you pay goes to me regardless of the price (except for print).

Audiobook payouts are even more convoluted elsewhere. Eg at Kobo: "If a customer redeems a free trial token for your audiobook, the royalty amount will be 0. If they redeem using a paid token, the royalty amount will be 32%. Otherwise it's 45%." (This is a direct quote.) GooglePlay pays about 52% supposedly. Everywhere else, I get 80% of whatever is given to the distributor. So let's say I make 45% of the cover price: of that money received, another 20% comes off for the distributor, and I get what's left (eg $15 audiobook, 45% of that is $6.75, and then the distributor takes $1.35 and so I make $5.40 on that $15 sale). Sometimes the store doesn't pay the cover price but a portion of all subscription fees users pay is split among all books sold, which is typically much lower. But here at Payhip, once again, I take home around 90% of what you pay for my audiobooks.

The most important thing to me is that readers get my books legally and if you prefer to shop elsewhere, that's fine! If you want to know more of your money goes to me rather than corporations, however, this is where to buy.

With print books, I make what is left over after shipping, printing costs, and other fees. It's usually about double what I make compared to when you buy on Amazon (generally I make $2-$3 per book elsewhere; here it's $5-$6).

Dweller on the Threshold and Watcher of the Woods take place in the same world. Dweller comes first chronologically and while I do recommend reading it first, you should be able to follow Watcher fine if you start there instead.

Mostly. Novels are. Sometimes the short stories also in the series can be read at the end or in between books. Most books have the series reading order within the book itself.

Because including all the various short stories and extras can get overwhelming to see in reading order--and considering most of them are on Patreon and not sold here--I am only including major works in a series below.

Livi Talbot (series incomplete):

• Solomon's Seal (novel)
• Odin's Spear (novel)
• Ashford's Ghost (novella)
• Emperor's Tomb (novel)
• King's Bounty (novella)
• Shiva's Bow (novel)
• Yampellec's Idol (novel)
• Charon's Gold (novel)

Demons of Oblivion (series complete):

• Bloodlines (novel)
• Hunter (novel)
• Lineage (novel)
• Exhumed (novel)
• 9 Crimes (novella and shorts)
• Damaged (novella)
• Prey (short story)
• Oblivion (novel)
• Whiskey Sour & Other Stories (read at any time)
• Dial V for Vampire (post-Oblivion novella)
• Counterpoint: ALWAYS Kill a Boy on the First Date (post-Oblivion novella)

There are additional shorts as part of the boxsets in between the novels.

River Wolfe (duology incomplete):

• River (novel)
• Rebellion (companion novella)
• How the Werewolf Stole Christmas (short story)

Waverly Jones (series incomplete):

• The Killing Beach (novel)
• A Wild Kind of Darkness (novel)
• Alone at Night (novel)
• Silent All These Years (novel)

Elis O'Connor (series ongoing at Patreon):

• Blood Ties (novel)
• Witch Hunt (novel)
• Soul Spell (novel)
• Season of the Bitch (prequel novella)
• All other works at Patreon.

Yes, on my website. Do note I strive to make a reasonable effort to note major elements that commonly, negatively impact a person with PTSD. I am not attempting to list every single thing someone might not like.

My books routinely contain violence and dark subject matter, and grapple with sexual assault, violence against women, violence against children, suicide ideation and realistic mental health breakdowns. I write for adults and I assume basic media literacy (my murder mysteries will include murder; please do not read them if you don't want to read about that subject matter). If you have a specific trigger, please reach out to me to ask if you want to know which are okay to read (eg, if you have an issue with sexual violence, I can point you specifically to the ones that do not contain that). But also note that I write books with the intent to create feelings of sadness, anxiety, fear, and catharsis, and please keep that in mind if it's not what you're in the mood for.

No. If you shop by tropes, my books probably aren't for you.

Audiobooks are extremely cost prohibitive to produce. I will have to crowdfund to produce more. Please hit "notify me" on the Emperor's Tomb Kickstarter in the event it's viable to launch.

I'm getting more uploaded due to the free upload codes as part of a promotion. The hope is to repeat all my paperbacks and hardcovers for sale here as a non-Amazon option. Note that Livi Talbot and Demons of Oblivion are going through cover rebrands, so those titles will come later. There will be some option to have boxsets of print books as well, and some fancy jacketed copies of the standalone books later on.

Shipping for a single book can be high but it's combined if ordering multiple books, so that might be a preferred option if you want a couple of titles. Canadians are usually best to just order from Amazon since all prices here are listed in USD.

Buying print entitles you to 50% off the electronic version of your book, either at checkout or later after you've bought it.

Unfortunately not at this time. Preorders can't be done through Payhip but must be integrated with another service with a monthly fee and that is not something I'm interested in pursuing at this time.

Absolutely fucking not. You'll find my longer statement here