James Patterson

“This message of support from book lovers and from every sector of the book industry clearly demonstrates how deeply people value independent bookstores and the roles they hold in their communities,” said Binc Executive Director Pam French.

Booksellers are asked to share the donation link now on social media, in their newsletters, or wherever they are reaching customers.

More than 600 people have donated to the #SaveIndieBookstores campaign since its launch on April 2.

As part of the Bookscan Challenge, participating publishers have each identified one backlist title — an enduring hand-sell with a proven track record — for which they will donate 100 percent of the profit to the campaign.

Rick and Becky Riordan have announced a personal matching gift challenge in which they will match each dollar raised up to $100,000 beginning today.

Appearing on the April 28 livestream with Hale will be director Jerusha Hess and producer Stephenie Meyer as well as a number of cast members.

Each participating publisher has identified one backlist title — an enduring hand-sell with a proven track record — for which they will donate 100 percent of the profit to the campaign.

To be considered for a grant, bookstores can visit SaveIndieBookstores.com to fill out a short application.

Booksellers are encouraged to use provided digital assets to promote the campaign, including logos and social media images. The campaign ends April 30.