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General Bookseller Resources

These resources are always available for independent booksellers and we encourage you to use them!

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PROFESSIONAL BOOKSELLERS SCHOOL LINKS

MPIBA Tuition Reimbursement & Discount Codes

How Can PBS Help Your Store?

Upcoming Courses

Ongoing Learning -- Discounts available to MPIBA members:

  • Inventory Management
  • Profitability
  • Bookstore Year One

PBS SWAG STORE (Official merchandise with indie artist designs.)


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ABA LINKS

  • Contact MPIBA Member Relations Manager, Jenn Foley
  • ABFE: ABA's Free Expression Initiative
  • Nominate Someone for the ABA Board
  • ABA Event & Program Calendar
  • Indie Next List Deadlines
  • Report Sales to New York Times, Indie Bestseller Lists
  • ABA Affiliate Partnership Offers for Members

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BINC LINKS

  • Binc Mental Heath Wellness Program
  • Financial Assistance for BOOKSELLERS
  • Scholarship Opportunities
  • BincTank Program

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INDIE TO INDIE LINKS

  • Top 40 Bestsellers from Indie Presses
  • List of Participating Presses
  • Monthly Indie Playlist
  • Indie Press Month
  • Indie-to-Indie Galleys
  • Indie Press Backlist Essentials
  • Award Winners

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THE INDEPENDENT BOOKSELLER RESOURCES

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The Book Industry Charitable Foundation is an essential resource in times of crisis. They can help find relief for bookstores and booksellers. Many resources and opportunities for assistance can be found here.

EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR BOOKSELLERS:

BOOKSELLERS APPLY HERE

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