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Founded in 1900, the American Booksellers Association is a national not-for-profit trade organization that works to help independently owned bookstores grow and succeed. ABA’s core members are key participants in their communities' local economy and culture, and to assist them ABA provides education, information dissemination, business products, and services; creates relevant programs; and engages in public policy, industry, and local first advocacy. A volunteer board of 13 booksellers governs the Association. Member booksellers also serve on the ABA Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee (DEIC) in support of ABA's commitment to anti-white supremacy, antiracism, representation, equity, and dignity for all Peoples. ABA is headquartered in White Plains, NY.
The American Booksellers Association, a national not-for-profit trade organization, works with booksellers and industry partners to ensure the success and profitability of independently owned book retailers, and to assist in expanding the community of the book.
Independent bookstores act as community anchors; they serve a unique role in promoting the open exchange of ideas, enriching the cultural life of communities, and creating economically vibrant neighborhoods.
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