I've noticed that where you should buy 'Reel' really depends on what you care about most — speed, price, or supporting smaller shops. If I want a brand-new, cheap copy and fast shipping, I usually check Amazon first because they've got multiple sellers, customer reviews, and sometimes bundled editions. However, I always
Cross-reference the ISBN so I’m not accidentally buying a different edition.
If supporting indie
bookstores matters to me, I head to Bookshop.org or the publisher's own website; they often have signed or special editions and you’re directly helping smaller retailers. For used or out-of-print copies I’ll peek at AbeBooks or eBay — those places can turn up first editions or rare covers. Also don’t forget ebook platforms like
kobo, Apple Books, or Google Play if I want immediate access and portability.
In short, I mix sources: publisher or Bookshop.org for a feel-good purchase, Amazon for convenience, and AbeBooks for collectible hunts. Personally, I love snagging signed copies from the publisher when I can — feels like a little victory.