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Take Action!
Here’s a list of things you can do now to get involved in advocacy efforts for your bookstore and your profession.

 
ABFFE -- Supporting Free Expression
  • Sign up for the ABFFE Update e-newsletter
  • Join ABFFE in the fight against censorship
  • Stay informed about free expression issues in the news 
  • Demonstrate your commitment to free speech with in-store signage 
  • Begin planning for Banned Books Week
    • Local First -- Helping Build Vibrant Local Economies
  • Start an Independent Business Alliance (AMIBA has created a startup packet)
  • Join or form a Business Alliance for Local Living Economies network
  • Implement action steps to counter mega-retailers and rebuild local business
  • Display Shop Local First Notable titles list in your store
  • Ask your regional association about initiatives in your area
    • Bookseller Relief Fund
  • Make a donation and support the BRF, which assists ABA member booksellers affected by disasters.
    • ISBN-13
  • Here's a wealth of useful information.
  • Send questions and idea’s to ABA’s representative on the BISG ISBN-13 Task Force, David Walker. Contact him via email or phone: (800) 637-0037, ext. 6612.
    • Online Sales Tax -- Working To Ensure A Level Playing Field
  • Write your state governor
  • Speak out in your community
    • Reader Privacy
  • Join the Campaign for Reader Privacy (sign the petition and/or receive email updates)
    • Topics: Advocacy, Free Expression, Local First, Sales Tax Initiative