Some of the best ideas in our industry don't come from big budgets; they come from conversations between booksellers who are willing to share what's working. I'd love to help foster more of those connections. Continue Reading
With the payment plan option available to SIBA bookstore members, bookstores will be able to renew at a monthly payment rate, but with the option to make larger partial payments or even pay the entire balance with no extra fees. Continue Reading
In the new policy, NVNR commits to a more expansive accessibility culture, including the introduction of an Accessibility Pass, which allows the holder to go to the front of the line for food, author signings, and entry to events. Continue Reading
If you wait to find a way to bring peace to the world there’s a good chance that nothing will be accomplished. Instead, I recommend bringing about peace in any small way that is available to you. Live as peacefully and as generously as possible. -Ann Patchett Continue Reading
A celebration of the spirit and dedication of book people in the NAIBA and SIBA regions. Honorees include authors, members of the book industry, and indie booksellers. For conference attendees, the dinner is a place to recognize the achievements of their friends and compatriots. Continue Reading
NVNR attendees have until July 10 to make their room reservations at the at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront hotel at the reduced conference rate of $185 per night. Continue Reading
The books, audiobooks, music, movies, and television shows that have the SIBA staff riveted this week Continue Reading
I had all of these feelings in 2018, 2020, that I was trying to find an outlet for. So I started creating this character in snatches of daily life. What would it be like for this character to go shopping, or try to buy a gun in Chinatown? Continue Reading
Books Across Borders is extending the application deadline for the Fall 2026-Spring 2027 fellowship program to July 1. Continue Reading
Shows book buyers all the ins and outs of ordering through Ingram. You'll learn Ingram terminology, Ingram Publisher Services, how to choose primary and secondary warehouses, and strategies to meet the minimum requirement for reduced shipping. Continue Reading
For bookstores reviewing their emergency preparedness plans, Judey Kalchik of the Book Industry Charitable Foundation (Binc) recommends looking at Bright Harbor as a resource. Continue Reading
NVNR's Events/Marketing/Promotions Track offers sessions for both new and seasoned events managers, with chance to hear creative ideas from booksellers and learn what publishers and publicists consider when they are building tours for their authors. Continue Reading
