Help Me Publish My Book Beyond Amazon – ISBN Fundraiser!

Hi, my name is David Deeds, and I’m a new independent author working hard to share my book with as many readers as possible. Right now, my book is only available on Amazon because they allow free publishing with their own ISBN. But I don’t want to be limited to just one platform—especially given recent decisions Amazon has made.

I fully support and respect people’s choice to be mindful of where they buy their goods, especially in today’s political climate. I want to make my book available outside of Amazon, so readers have more options, but as an indie author, my resources are limited.

One major roadblock is that to publish elsewhere (like IngramSpark, which distributes to bookstores and libraries), I need my own ISBN—and they’re expensive:

1 ISBN costs $125

A pack of 10 costs $295

As a new author, I don’t have the funds for this yet, but I don’t want to miss the opportunity to reach more readers. That’s why I’m reaching out to the community to ask for a little help.

How Your Support Helps

Every dollar raised will go directly toward purchasing ISBNs so I can make my book available beyond Amazon, allowing readers to buy from independent bookstores, libraries, and other online retailers. This will also help me prepare for future books, ensuring I can continue growing as an author while supporting readers who want to shop outside of Amazon.

Ways You Can Help

✅ Donate – Even $5 helps get me closer to my goal!

✅ Share – If you can’t donate, sharing this campaign with friends and fellow book lovers means the world.

I truly appreciate any support you can give. Your help means I can offer my book to more readers and support those choosing to shop outside of Amazon.

The Value of My Book

My book follows the journey of Miguel a 12-year-old boy who migrates alone to the United States, only to be pulled into the harsh realities of the labor system. Through his story, I shed light on the hidden exploitation many immigrant children face and the struggles of navigating a system that often works against them. Now more than ever, it’s crucial to understand what immigration truly looks like—not just as a political issue, but as a human experience.

Go to my website to learn more www.exploitedbooks.com

With gratitude,

David Deeds