I liked the idea of Sen’s family desperately clinging to the past glory of the samurai, because desperate characters do irrational things. Continue Reading
The scholarship allows eight booksellers from underrepresented groups to attend their regional independent book association trade show. Each scholarship covers the cost of travel, lodging and meals for one bookseller up to $750. Continue Reading
On June 10, Dave Lucey will talk to booksellers about the Edelweiss Omnibus system for bookstores using Square, and then on July 8, Margaret Harrison and Courtney Seitz will discuss Ingram's "Covered" digital catalogs. Continue Reading
The books, audiobooks, music, movies, and television shows that have the SIBA staff riveted this week Continue Reading
Booksellers' best resource is often each other. SIBA holds two retreats for new and prospective owners each year: one in the spring and one in the fall. Continue Reading
For the first time in decades, the SIBA Winter Catalog is getting a refresh. The 2026 "Gifts for Readers" Catalog has undergone a complete redesign and features a fresh new look that evokes an indie spirit. Continue Reading
On April 23, two amazing things happened for All Good Books in Columbia, SC: they hosted author Percival Everett, who grew up in Columbia, and they received a certification as a B Corp, making them the first independent, brick-and-mortar bookstore in the U.S. to gain the certification. Continue Reading
Publisher members of IPC have nominated their best titles celebrating LGBTQIA+ authors, themes, and cultures. Use the list to help round out your store displays and make them unique. Continue Reading
I'd originally wanted to write an unrequited love story. As I was writing the first few scenes, I was like, “Oh, these people actually both love each other, so that's not working. Continue Reading
The books, audiobooks, music, movies, and television shows that have the SIBA staff riveted this week Continue Reading
One of the most important resources for any small business is the relationships it has built, both with its customers and its suppliers. This is why NVNR works to facilitate connections between booksellers and exhibitors. Continue Reading
Bookstore success is the primary goal of the New Voices New Rooms conference. There is a wealth of information and guidance on offer at NVNR 2026 for both new and veteran booksellers. The skills learned here, and the ideas you take back, can be key to making your business resilient. Continue Reading
