Indie Author Roadtrip
J. B. VelasquezSlice of life observational humor, short stories, and reflections on the writer's life from indie author J. B. Velasquez.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 195 | Founded | 3 years ago | Last Issue | 2 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
jbvelasquez.substack.comLatest Issues
Top 10 Reads of 2026 (so far)
Can you believe we’re halfway through 2026? So far I’ve read 24 (I think) books this year. I used to share what I was reading in every newsletter. I don’t remember when I stopped doing that. Or why. Maybe it’s that not everything I read is...
Taco Bueno, here I come!
I’ll be traveling to Texas to visit my brother next week for the 4th of July. I haven’t seen him since Thanksgiving 2025 when he and his family came to visit me here in Tucson. I took them to a Roadrunners hockey game.
Left to right: Me, m...
Author Q&A
Photo by Bill Ackerley
My launch party was a huge success! Mostly due to my friends from , who showed up en masse. The rest were friends, neighbors, and people I know from book club and other bookish events. Thanks to everyone who made th...
I'm Having a Launch Party!
This is it, guys.
Tuesday, June 16th
Tap and Bottle North
5-8 PM
Look for the red balloons! Yes, this is a balloons situation. Luftballons, if you will. Although there won’t be 99 of them, I can tell you that.
I was talkin...
How To Be an Ally: 101
Photo by Raphael Renter | @raphi_rawr on Unsplash
It’s Pride Month again and millions of right-wing cishets are flocking to comment sections to reveal their ignorance and bigotry—not to mention a rudimentary grasp of spelling and grammar....
Key Facts
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for Indie Author Roadtrip.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 72 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Explore More
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
J. B. Velasquez is the author of Sleepers, Tourist Trapped, Every Last One: The Rise of Sylvia Boone, and a whole mess of nonsense here on Substack.
Social
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for Indie Author Roadtrip?
You can find recent issues that have been published by Indie Author Roadtrip on Reletter by scrolling up to where it says Latest Issues. Tap on the link for any of the most recent emails or hit More Issues to see older ones.
How many subscribers does Indie Author Roadtrip have?
To see how many people subscribe to Indie Author Roadtrip, simply upgrade your Reletter account. We provide readership numbers and lots of other stats for this newsletter so you can decide if it's worth reaching out to.
How can I advertise in Indie Author Roadtrip?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch Indie Author Roadtrip as a potential sponsor or partner, make sure that you've done your research and checked its newsletter stats with Reletter.
Then, personalize one of our winning pitching templates and send it to the right person using the contact info provided.
How much does it cost to sponsor a publication like Indie Author Roadtrip?
Newsletter ad rates (or CPM) vary depending on many factors, including industry, number of subscribers, open rate, ad placement and more.
To find out how much an ad will cost, contact Indie Author Roadtrip using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to Indie Author Roadtrip?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like Indie Author Roadtrip. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact Indie Author Roadtrip?
Reletter provides this newsletter's website URL above, where you will often find their contact information. We also provide links to associated social media accounts and pitching templates so you can reach out fast.