​​

Hi, I'm Samantha Sievers, the founder of The Book Lodge. As both a storyteller and a place-maker, I created The Book Lodge to check all the boxes. As an independent author myself, I’ve felt the challenges of the writing and publishing journey firsthand.

​

Hospitality holds a special place in my heart, and the idea of creating a social network that feels like a welcoming, warm space seemed like a novel concept. During my college years, I backpacked through Europe, and one of the most memorable stops was George Whitman’s Shakespeare and Co. bookstore in Paris. The dust-laden first editions, the slanting floors, and the traveler-worn mattresses tucked between towering shelves of books made an indelible impression on me.

​

I’ll never forget handing George my short biography scribbled on a scrap of paper. I remember gazing out the window at Notre Dame, thinking, What world have I entered? Shakespeare and Co. felt like a portal—both through time and story. I was fortunate enough to stay there for a short time, reading in the shadows of literary legends, sorting books by day, and sipping wine with fellow Tumbleweeds by night. It was nothing short of magical.

​

This memory, this sense of soulful connection, is what I hope to offer you—every writer and reader who finds their way to The Book Lodge, seeking refuge from the chaos of the world. As we lose ourselves in stories, I hope you’ll find a place to escape into The Lodge. May it be a retreat in the digital realm and a sanctuary in the real world.

​

Welcome home, Lodger.

​

Amplifying Small Voices

 

At The Book Lodge, we don’t just foster writing—we amplify voices. Just like the iconic Shakespeare & Company in Paris, we’re building a place where aspiring authors do what they do best, where independent creatives can thrive, and where literature becomes a living, breathing community.

​

Ready to join the adventure?

Whether you’re looking to create, collaborate, or simply be inspired,

The Book Lodge is waiting for you.

​

Together, let's BOOK BETTER.