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Wi13 Consultation Station to Feature 33 Business Service Providers
Winter Institute 2018’s Consultation Station, which is open to all institute attendees, will feature representatives from the American Booksellers Association’s affiliated business solution partners, POS vendors, and other service providers.
The Consultation Station will be open in the Memphis Cook Convention Center as follows:
- Wednesday, January 24, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (with a break for lunch from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
- Thursday, January 25, from 9:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (with a break for lunch from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
The 33 vendors will welcome walk-ins during Consultation Station hours, but booksellers can also make appointments with specific vendors in advance; contact information is provided below and on the Consultation Station page on BookWeb.org.
Above the Treeline offers Edelweiss and Treeline Analytics, web-based tools for the book industry to help connect readers with books.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Joe Foster or call (734) 996-2730.
- For more information, visit AbovetheTreeline.com.
Anthology
Anthology is a point of sale/inventory control solution offering software, POS hardware, and Dell computers for in-store, off-site, multi-store, and remote access. Optional modules are available for credit cards and gift cards.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Jim Bean or call (800) 819-0095, ext. 103.
- For more information, visit Anthology.com.
Applied Merchant Services (AMS)
AMS, ABA’s endorsed merchant service provider, offers exclusive rates to members, accepting every type of payment in any type of environment, including face-to-face, e-commerce, mobile, invoicing, and reoccurring.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Jeff Gallo or call (800) 236-2179.
- For more information, visit AppliedMerchant.com.
Basil Software
Basil Bookseller Software is a complete, web-based inventory control system that supports new, used, and online book sales. Now with mobile capability, Basil provides even more options for businesses on the go.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Mike McKnight or call (678) 267-2974.
- For more information, visit BasilSoftware.com.
Batch
Batch is a U.K.-based program that enables bookstores to view all of their invoices online, integrate with their stock and accounts packages, and make a single payment to all of their vendors on Batch. It is fully operable in the U.K. and is currently being tested in the U.S.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Fraser Tanner or call +44 207 421 4660.
- For more information, visit www.batch.co.uk.
Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation
The Binc Foundation is dedicated to supporting the people who work in bookstores. Binc has assisted more than 7,100 households in thousands of communities across the U.S. and has provided more than $6.1 million in financial assistance and scholarships since 1996.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Kit Steinaway or call (734) 477-4789.
- For more information, visit BincFoundation.org.
BookExpo & BookCon
BookExpo is a premium trade event offering business meetings, innovative conference programming, networking opportunities, and author interactions. BookCon is the number-one event to launch books and generate meaningful in-person and social engagement between authors, fans, brands, and media.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Jennifer Martin or call (203) 840-5454.
- For more information, visit BookExpoAmerica.com and TheBookcon.com.
Booklog
With over 1300 users throughout the world, Booklog provides a dynamic POS/inventory management software that will meet the needs for a successful retail operation.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Gwen Fishbeck or call (773) 275-4437, ext. 229.
- For more information, visit Booklog.com.
Bookmanager
Bookmanager, a POS/inventory software offering care and support for North American independent booksellers, offers an integrated webstore, payment processing, gift cards, multi-store options, offsite sales, bibliographic data, electronic receiving, analytics, and more.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Michael Neill or call (250) 763-4415.
- For more information, visit Bookmanager.com
Children’s Book Council/Every Child a Reader
Indie booksellers are invited to sign up for the 99th annual Children’s Book Week, April 30 to May 6, 2018.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Ryan Mita or call (212) 996-1990.
- For more information, visit CBCBooks.org and EveryChildaReader.net.
Chuck Robinson Associates
Chuck Robinson Associates helps businesses and nonprofits thrive by building strong management systems and dynamic community connections.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Chuck Robinson.
- For more information, visit ChuckRobinsonAssociates.com.
Computac, Inc.
Computac offers a point-of-sale and inventory management system for bookstores.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Mark Warner or call (603) 298-5721.
- For more information, visit imrchnt.com.
DartFrog Books
DartFrog provides independent bookstores with a solution for self-published authors/books. There is no cost to bookstores; rather, the model pays stores for referring self-published authors to DartFrog, which evaluates the books, selects and distributes the best, and provides detailed feedback (and a second submission opportunity) to authors whose books are not yet bookstore quality.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Gordon McClellan or call (802) 430-6428.
- For more information, visit DartFrogBooks.com.
Franklin Fixtures, LLC
Franklin Fixtures, which has been building its business around booksellers since 1974, designs and manufactures custom, modified, and standard store fixtures and displays, such as wall and floor shelving, tables, showcases, gondolas, and slatwall.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Lisa Uhrik or call (931) 252-6931.
- For more information, visit FranklinFixtures.com.
Gardners Books
Gardners is the U.K.’s largest book wholesaler, stocking Europe’s most comprehensive catalogue of English-language books and sidelines, all of which can be shipped to any U.S. bookstore within 24 hours.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Christine Cawley or call +44 1323 525664.
- For more information, visit Gardners.com.
Hummingbird Digital Media
Hummingbird supplies a robust, free e-book and/or audiobook platform, including a bookseller-branded storefront and app.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Steve Mettee or call (559) 355-5259.
- For more information, visit HummingbirdDM.com.
IBID Inc.
IBID provides POS and inventory control software for single or multi-location book retailers. The software is browser-based.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to David Walton or call (412) 369-5990.
- For more information, visit Irtnet.com.
Independent Bookstore Day
Check out some of the exclusive items available for Bookstore Day 2018. Booksellers can also place their IBD orders in person, ask questions, buy T-shirts and tote bags, and get all the information they need to make IBD 2018 the best one yet.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Samantha Schoech or call (415) 846-6131.
- For more information, visit IndieBookstoreDay.com.
Ingram Content Group
Ingram Content Group LLC keeps the world reading by connecting people with content in all forms. Stop by to see the newest iPage enhancements and to learn about BookLove, Indie Vault, and more.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Pat Bieda or call (615) 793-5000.
- For more information, visit IngramContent.com.
Ingram Publisher Services
Ingram Publisher Services LLC brings you a trusted distribution network combined with a sales team of passionate book lovers and access to the industry’s leading e-book and print-on-demand technologies. Stop by to discuss our upcoming spring titles.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Ray Gonzales or call (615) 793-5000.
- For more information, visit IngramContent.com.
IngramSpark
Together we share your story with the world. IngramSpark® is a self-publishing platform with fully integrated digital, wholesale, and distribution services.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Josh Floyd or call (615) 793-5000.
- For more information, visit IngramContent.com.
LIBRIS
LIBRIS was formed in 1997 by ABA to provide affordable business insurance protection for its independent bookstore members. LIBRIS strives to make sure that independent book retailers have the coverage they need at the rate they deserve. This one-of-a-kind program is available through booksellers’ local broker or direct through LIBRIS.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Whitney Balaun or call (888) 694-8585 or (303) 834-4539.
- For more information, visit Libris.org.
Libro.fm
Libro.fm is an audiobook platform for independent bookstores.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Mark Pearson or call (413) 206-9290.
- For more information, visit Libro.fm.
Literary Hub / Book Marks
Literary Hub is a single, trusted, daily source for all the news, ideas, and richness of contemporary literary life; it has more than 200 partners, including many independent bookstores.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Jonny Diamond.
- For more information, visit LitHub.com.
Lovepop, Inc.
Lovepop combines art with engineering to make 3D paper art cards containing elaborate sculptures for all occasions.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Michael Esposito or call (617) 531-0330.
- For more information, visit Lovepop.com.
NetGalley
NetGalley is an industry-standard service to help readers of influence discover and recommend new books to their audiences. To help promote and market new books, NetGalley delivers secure, digital galleys to professional readers on behalf of more than 300 publishers worldwide. Over 360,000 early influencers use NetGalley to discover new books.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Tarah Theoret or call (978) 465-7755.
- For more information, visit NetGalley.com.
PartnerShip
The ABA Shipping Program, managed by PartnerShip®, provides members with discounts on small package and freight shipments with FedEx, UPS Freight, YRC Freight, and other carriers. PartnerShip will be located in Ballroom E.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Keith Korhely or call (800) 599-2909.
- Visit PartnerShip.com/07ABA to enroll today.
Paz & Associates
Paz & Associates offers ideas, inspiration, and best practices for retail booksellers worldwide through seminars, workshop retreats, training guides and videos, a free seasonal e-newsletter, and individual coaching and consulting.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Donna Paz Kaufman or call (904) 277-2664.
- For more information, visit PazBookBiz.com.
PBS
Designed to spark a national conversation about reading, literacy, and the books that have inspired, moved, and shaped us, The Great American Read is an eight-part PBS series that encompasses digital and social media initiatives and community outreach.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Bethany Latham or call (703) 739-8688.
- For more information, visit PBS.org.
Pop Culture Classroom
Pop Culture Classroom provides professional development support to booksellers on opportunities with the rapidly growing graphic novel category, with a goal toward creating long-lasting partnerships with K-12 educators and school and public librarians.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to John Shableski or call (443) 257-7292.
- For more information, visit PopCultureClassroom.com.
Publishers Weekly
Publishers Weekly is the international news website of book publishing and bookselling, including business news, reviews, bestseller lists, commentaries, and more.
- For more information, visit PublishersWeekly.com.
Shelf Awareness
Shelf Awareness offers booksellers a free, customized version of Shelf Awareness for Readers for customers that is co-branded with the bookstore’s logo and links back to the store’s website, features the store’s social media, links reviews to the store’s e-commerce, features the store’s events, and offers the option of customizing an editorial.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Kristianne Huntsberger or call (206) 274-8144.
- For more information, visit Shelf-Awareness.com.
We Need Diverse Books
We Need Diverse Books™ is a grassroots organization of children’s book lovers that advocates for essential changes in the publishing industry to produce and promote literature that reflects and honors the lives of all young people.
- To set up an appointment, send an e-mail to Ilene Wong or call (701) 404-WNDB.
- For more information, visit DiverseBooks.org.