Guidelines for Authors: Selling Your Book or Hosting Events at Our Bookstore
1. Selling Your Book
Professional Presentation: Ensure your book has a professionally designed cover, high-quality printing, and a clear spine for easy shelving.
ISBN and Distribution: It is not strictly necessary that your book have an ISBN or be available through major distributors like Ingram or Baker & Taylor.
Consignment Terms:
We work on a consignment basis and do not pre-purchase books. We accept no more than 10 books per title to display. Generally, we only accept one title per author at a time, unless your title appears in a series that has been previously published.
The bookstore retains 50% of the sale price, which includes credit card processing fees and state and local taxes.
Payment for sold books will be made within 30 days after the sale.
The author/representative is responsible for initial book shipping to store or in-person drop-off. We do not offer book pick-ups.
Unsold books must be picked up within 90 days of approved consignment, or they may be donated.
Price and Discounts:
Set a competitive retail price that aligns with similar titles in the market.
Genre and Fit: We prioritize books that align with our store’s focus and the interests of our community. Please review our inventory to ensure your book is a good match. We are a children’s and family focused store and certain genres do not align with our audience.
Sales History: Share any relevant sales or marketing success, including media coverage, reviews, or awards.
2. Hosting Events (Book Signings, Readings, or Workshops)
Proposal Submission:
Provide details about the event, including target audience, format, and length.
Share your marketing plan to promote the event and any materials (posters, flyers, etc.) you’ll provide.
Author’s Role:
Actively promote the event through your network and social media channels.
Bring necessary supplies (e.g., books, pens, or props for workshops).
Event Support:
We’ll provide space, seating, and basic promotion through our channels. Additional support can be discussed.
Audience Expectations:
Specify the type of audience your event targets and estimated turnout based on your outreach.
Fee or Ticketing:
If applicable, outline any fees or ticketing for the event and how revenue will be shared.
3. General Requirements
Marketing and Collaboration:
We love working with authors who engage actively in their own promotion and can bring visibility to our bookstore.
High-quality promotional materials and a strong online presence are a plus.
Local Connection:
We especially value partnerships with local authors or those with ties to our community.
Submission Process
Please email us a completed proposal with:
Book details (title, genre, retail price, ISBN, and distributor).
A short author bio and high-resolution photo.
Marketing and publicity plans.
A clear pitch for why your book or event fits our store.
Proposals can be submitted below via contact form. Allow 4 weeks for us to review and respond.