Which Authors Publish Their Works On Free Online Public Libraries?

2025-07-13 13:23:19 193

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Hannah
Hannah
2025-07-14 12:17:46
I've spent countless hours scouring free online libraries for hidden gems, and I've noticed some authors consistently share their work there. Brandon Sanderson pops up often, especially with his shorter works and collaborations. He's a big name in fantasy, so finding his stuff for free feels like striking gold. Neil Gaiman also has some of his older short stories and poems available on platforms like Project Gutenberg.

Then there's Mary Robinette Kowal, who's released some of her 'Lady Astronaut' stories for free reading. I stumbled upon Cory Doctorow's works too – he's a huge advocate for open access and publishes almost everything on his website before it hits bookstores. These authors understand the value of reaching readers directly, and I respect that immensely.
Victoria
Victoria
2025-07-18 00:03:18
I've built a list of go-to authors who understand the power of accessibility. Naomi Novik stands out – she not only wrote the popular 'Temeraire' series but also co-founded Archive of Our Own, showing her commitment to free storytelling.

I frequently find short works by Ken Liu, especially his translated Chinese sci-fi stories, available on various platforms. His 'Paper Menagerie' is a heartbreaking masterpiece I discovered this way.

Then there's the fascinating case of Wildbow, who serializes web novels like 'Worm' completely for free, relying on fan support. For mystery lovers, Agatha Christie's early works are all over public domain sites. What's remarkable is how these diverse authors – from fantasy to mystery – all recognize that removing paywalls can create more passionate readers.
Diana
Diana
2025-07-19 02:43:18
Exploring free online libraries has introduced me to a whole world of authors who embrace open access. One standout is Cory Doctorow, who not only publishes his sci-fi novels like 'Little Brother' for free but also actively campaigns for digital rights. His work is a masterclass in how to build a reader base without relying solely on traditional publishing.

Then there's the Hugo Award-winning author N.K. Jemisin, who occasionally shares short stories and excerpts on platforms like Tor.com. I recently discovered Becky Chambers' 'To Be Taught, If Fortunate' was available for free during its initial release, which was such a generous move.

Classic authors like H.P. Lovecraft and Jane Austen have their works fully available on Project Gutenberg due to expired copyrights. For contemporary poetry, I adore what Ocean Vuong does – he often shares pieces on literary sites before they appear in print collections. These authors prove that great writing doesn't always need a price tag to find its audience.
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