"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
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
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
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
The team at Parnassus will discuss how they successfully run five subscription clubs, covering book selection, branding, logistics around receiving and mailing boxes, and managing their customer database Continue Reading
Booksellers can now see the growing gallery of authors who will be at the March Madness events next month. Because March Madness events tend to be smaller events, the author lunch quickly becomes a close conversation between the booksellers and the authors. Continue Reading
NAIBA, SIBA's programming partner for the New Voices New Rooms annual conference, has opened one of their signature events to SIBA stores. Continue Reading
New to 2026, SIBA is offering up to 50 travel grants of $100/each to booksellers who travel 75+ miles each way to attend a March Madness gathering. Continue Reading
SIBA booksellers gather for an early breakfast at a local restaurant before the ABA’s Winter Institute in Pittsburgh. Continue Reading
New Voices New Rooms (NVNR) is excited to announce that its annual conference will be held in Baltimore, Maryland at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront from August 2 – August 5, 2026. Continue Reading
Each year SIBA hosts a virtual orientation for members where they can learn about the organization, learn about their member benefits, and receive a quick tour of where to find things on SIBA's website. The entire SIBA staff is on hand to present and answer questions. Continue Reading
Ten SIBA bookstores in nine different states will host one-day gatherings throughout March that include bookseller education, meet-the-author luncheons, networking, and idea shares on what’s working at attendee stores. This programming is FREE to SIBA member bookstores, and includes lunch. Continue Reading
