Though many people buy books online, it’s not just gratifying to see your title on a bookstore’s shelf—it’s also smart business. We still like to hold something in our hands before we buy it. When a book is on the shelf, a reader can find it even when they’re browsing the store for other things. … Continue reading Get Shelved: 5 Tips for Being Stocked by Bookstores
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Imagine it. Your book on the shelves of your local bookstore. A dream come true? Well, read on. When trying to negotiate a sales agreement with a brick-and-mortar bookstore, self-publishing authors need to have a few things in place: 1. Wholesale distribution through a major book wholesaler like Ingram. Yes, bookstores can order books directly … Continue reading How Self-Publishing Authors Can Get Bookstores to Carry Their Books