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Creating a Store Culture where Fun is GOOD
Creating a Store Culture where Fun is GOOD

"Being a third space here requires that we make things FUN for readers of all ages, and it's the thing that can really differentiate an indie bookstore from other entertainment competition." Continue Reading

Postedby Nicki Leone
Date posted02/23/2026


Applications Open for 2026-27 Books Across Borders Fellowships
Applications Open for 2026-27 Books Across Borders Fellowships

The booksellers selected will be treated to customized itineraries at the fair, including specially developed panels, meetings, and receptions with publishers, authors, booksellers, and more.  Continue Reading

Postedby Nicki Leone
Date posted02/23/2026


What We're Reading, Listening to, and Watching This Week (2/22/2026)
What We're Reading, Listening to, and Watching This Week (2/22/2026)

The books, audiobooks, music, movies, and television shows that have the SIBA staff riveted this week Continue Reading

Postedby Nicki Leone
Date posted02/22/2026


Summer Catalog To-Dos
Summer Catalog To-Dos

Summer Catalog checklist: take these off your to do list! Continue Reading

Postedby Nicki Leone
Date posted02/18/2026


Reminder: Publicity Speed Dating 2026 in NYC
Reminder: Publicity Speed Dating 2026 in NYC

Space is still available for the in-person Publicity Speed Dating event hosted by NAIBA, SIBA's programming partner for the New Voices New Rooms annual conference. Continue Reading

Postedby Nicki Leone
Date posted02/18/2026


NVNR To-Do
NVNR,
NVNR To-Do

Don't wait. Check these off your list now. Continue Reading

Date posted02/17/2026


March is Indie Press Month
March is Indie Press Month

IPC invites independent bookstores nationwide to participate in an in-store display contest and a social media campaign to take place throughout the month of March. IPC will award $2,000 in cash prizes–including $500 to the bookstore with the winning display, and $100 to runner ups. Continue Reading

Date posted02/17/2026


Independent Bookstore Day: How to Make it Work for Your Store
Independent Bookstore Day: How to Make it Work for Your Store

Independent Bookstore Day is a joyous event we already work collaboratively on in our community. We want to talk about how we can make it better and better. Continue Reading

Postedby Nicki Leone
Date posted02/17/2026


Building Your Brand on Social Media
Building Your Brand on Social Media

The team at Resist Booksellers will share their approach to social media, with an emphasis on showing up authentically in a relatable and sustainable way. Continue Reading

Postedby Nicki Leone
Date posted02/16/2026


Bookstore Finance Course Discount for SIBA Members
Bookstore Finance Course Discount for SIBA Members

SIBA member bookstores are eligible for a discount on the Bookstore Finances course Continue Reading

Postedby Nicki Leone
Date posted02/16/2026


What We're Reading, Listening to, and Watching This Week (2/15/2026)
What We're Reading, Listening to, and Watching This Week (2/15/2026)

The books, audiobooks, music, movies, and television shows that have the SIBA staff riveted this week Continue Reading

Postedby Nicki Leone
Date posted02/15/2026


2026 Southern Book Prize Recipients Announced
2026 Southern Book Prize Recipients Announced

The Southern Book Prize is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Prize, honoring great Southern literature as chosen by Southern independent booksellers and readers who love Southern stories. Continue Reading

Postedby Nicki Leone
Date posted02/14/2026