Diamond comic distributors, the worlds largest distributor of english speaking comic books and the sole distributor to the direct market channel, recently became a bookstore wholesaler of graphic novels and. Inscribe digital sold to independent publishers group odp new. The list includes defunct and mergedacquired companies, and distributors whose. Bch is a distributor, fulfillment and warehousing service for independent publishers of all genres. Book distribution for selfpublishers ingram content group.
Independent publishers group distributes in the united states for large and small independent publishers and for publishers in the united kingdom, australia. Btps customers include any account in the book trade as well as mass merchandisers, specialty retail and wholesale customers, the gift trade, museums, christian bookstores and churches, outdoor storesessentially any business that buys and sells books. Book distribution services cardinal publishers group. Amazon yanks 5,000 titles from independent publishers. Midpoint was founded in 1996 by a group of industry professionals. Aug, 2018 publishers group canada an award winning, canadianowned book wholesale and distribution company offering fullservice canadian distribution to over 150 independent and specialty publishing houses worldwide. National book network is a member of the independent book publishers hall of fame. Wholesale distribution for publishers ingram content group. Each program accurately positions groups of publishers and their titles for particular audiences. When a customer purchases your book on one of these sites, the book is printed and shipped to the customer. Btps customers include any account in the book trade as well as mass merchandisers. Btps is a fullservice book distributor, providing tailored sales and fulfillment options to high quality publishers. Independent book distributors list independent publishers group.
Record number of publishers to support winter institute 15. The next generation indie book awards is now the largest notforprofit book awards program for independent publishers and authors. Ipg is the oldest book distribution company in the us with a 40year reputation for sales, logistics, and warehousing, said joe matthews, ceo. In 2020, our 5 sponsors come from all corners of the publishing landscape big publishers, small presses, university presses, and book distributors to meet independent booksellers from all over the country in baltimore. Examples of these companies are ingram publisher services ips, publishers group west pgw, independent publishing group ipg, and midpoint to name just a few.
Independent publishers group, a full service sales and distribution company that represents independent book publishers. Our main offices are located in chicago, new york city, and berkeley. Amazon pulls thousands of ebooks in dispute the new york times. Learn about working at independent publishers group. Below is a list of distributors and wholesalers that might be helpful to independent publishers. Total publishing coverage from sales to distribution and more. This is a list of book distributors, companies that act as distributors for book publishers, selling primarily to the book trade. In the more than 20 years pw has been doing its fastgrowing independent publishers feature, it is hard to find another year when publishers on the list reported such impressive growth rates. Amazon pulled more than 4,000 ebooks distributed by the independent publishers group off its site this week after it failed to exact better terms from the distributor. Distributors and wholesalers independent book publishers.
The independent book publishing professionals group ibppg is an organization that aims to promote professional standards in independent book publishing also known as indie book publishing, and. Ipg is the original and second largest independent book distributor in the united states. Angela bole, ceo, independent book publishers association robin cutler, director, ingramspark atlarge ibpa board member bailey davis, content acquisition sales, ingram content group. We are committed to serving our customers and client publishers. About us midpoint trade books is a full service book distribution division of independent publishers group ipg. Pgw sets the standard for integrated, fullservice distribution, provides complete digital conversion services, and is a topten vendor to book retailers and wholesalers across the country. Diamond comic distributors, the worlds largest distributor of english speaking comic books and the sole distributor to the direct market channel, recently became a bookstore wholesaler of graphic novels and manga. Amazon yanks 5,000 titles from independent publishers group. Distribution services independent publishers group.
The list of distributors below is by no means exhaustive. For one chicago book distributor and publisher,pushed just a bit too far. Home to some of the most exciting opportunities in independent publishing. I have been continually impressed with the quality of their work, their commitment to their publishers, and the help they give publishers in. As per other book wholesalers and distributors, ipg combines its client publishers books into a single list. Apr 16, 2020 cardinal publishers group has been dedicated to providing quality book distribution services to independent publishers since 2000. Cardinal publishers group has been dedicated to providing quality book distribution services to independent publishers since 2000. Independent publishers group ipg is a worldwide distributor for independent general, academic, and professional publishers, founded in 1971 to exclusively market titles from independent client publishers to the international book trade. As per other book wholesalers and distributors, ipg combines its client publishers books into a single. Greenleaf book group is a publisher and distributor dedicated to. Independent publishers group ipg second largest independent book distributor in the u. See who you know at independent publishers group, leverage your professional network, and get hired. Jul 25, 2014 plus as scb distributors president aaron silverman, whose gardena, calif.
The comic book publishing industry still suffers from many decades of devastating forces in legislation, idiocy, and greed. Ipg is the original independent book sales and distribution company in the united states. Ipg will be at the bologna book fair in bologna, italy on march 30 april 2, 2020. Expert print and digital book distribution services for. Open exclusively to independents, the ippys recognize the years best books and bring them to the attention of booksellers, buyers, librarians, and book lovers. Largest nonprofit trade association for independent publishers and author publishers in the u. Our goal is to sell each title to its full potential and to keep our. The following list of book distributors and wholesalers features the largest distributors at the top, followed by distributors in alphabetic order scroll down for book distributors in canada and uk. Currency all prices are in aud currency all prices are in aud. Publishers group west pgw is the leading book sales and distribution company in the united states, representing over 100 independent client publishers.
Their website says a bunch of great stuff like how them market for you, fill the orders, send them out to other places to put on shelves andor websites to promote. I have been continually impressed with the quality of their work, their commitment to their publishers, and the help they give publishers in marketing their books. Through ipgs foreign sales and distribution relationships, our client publishers can elect to have their titles represented for sale throughout much of the book. Independent publishers group ipg is a leading provider of expert distribution services for innovative publishers of print and ebooks, and provides other client services ranging from advertising, pre. Some specialize in genre specific, academic, or religious content. They offer a wide variety of services to fit every need. The list includes defunct and mergedacquired companies, and distributors whose primary business is not books, such as comic books. Book authors these book publishers are among the best independent book publishers.
Powered by advanced wholesale book technology and an extensive distribution network supported by incredibly reliable logistics services, we ensure you come through for your customers with speed and efficiency. Powered by advanced wholesale book technology and an extensive distribution network supported by incredibly reliable logistics services, we ensure you come through for your customers with speed and. Our staff is available to answer your questions directly every business day. This is not an exhaustive list, nor is it an endorsement of any one distributor or wholesaler over another. We are committed to serving our customers and client. The independent book publishing professionals group ibppg is an organization that aims to promote professional standards in independent book publishing also known as indie book publishing, and provide support and recognition for the independent book publishing profession. About the ipg team about our patrons diversity and inclusion governance special interest groups eventstoggle event list event calendar independent. Plus as scb distributors president aaron silverman, whose gardena, calif. Sep 16, 2010 publishers group west pgw is the leading book sales and distribution company in the united states, representing over 100 independent client publishers. You can learn a lot from these fellow book publishers. Feb 22, 2012 amazon pulled more than 4,000 ebooks distributed by the independent publishers group off its site this week after it failed to exact better terms from the distributor. In 2007, independent book publishing professionals group established the next generation indie book awards to recognize and honor the best independently published books of the year in 70 categories.
The following list of book distributors and wholesalers features the largest. Dedicated to independent publishing for 40 years personalized service. Our comprehensive sales and marketing approach, extensive account reach, and innovative digital services ensure access into every imaginable channel, including gift, specialty, wholesale, and digital accounts worldwide. Independent publishers group has found itself in a struggle with the worlds largest online retailer over. Its the sharpest dispute between the retailer and publishers in two years, with no resolution in sight. Launched in 1996, the independent publisher book awards are designed to bring increased recognition to the deserving but often unsung titles published by independent authors and publishers. Our comprehensive sales and marketing approach, extensive account reach, and. Independent publishers group ipg is the original independent book sales and distribution company in the united states. A strategic partnership yields new distribution opportunities for cognella titles. Amazon pulls thousands of ebooks in dispute the new.
Our comprehensive sales and marketing approach, extensive account. Wings press san antonio, texas is one of the several hundred independent publishers and university presses distributed by the independent publishers group ipg, the second largest book distributor in the country, but still only a mediumsized dolphin in a sea of killer whales. Ipg helps independent publishers reach new audiences with unique marketing efforts and distribution through robust. Pgw sets the standard for integrated, fullservice distribution, providing independent publishers with essential tools. Independent book publishing professionals are people who are employed by, or provide services to, the independent book publishing industry.
Our innovative publisher services, aggressive marketing, and extensive. This page features the sites of the best independent book publishers in the united states as selected by john kremer, author of 1001 ways to market your. Wings press san antonio, texas is one of the several hundred independent publishers and university presses distributed by the independent publishers group ipg, the second largest book distributor in. List of book distributors and wholesalers nonfiction. They include publishers, editors, writers, proofreaders, designers, marketing professionals, distributors, printers, agents, bookstore owners, and others. Independent book publishers association ibpa, manhattan beach, ca. Independent publishers group has found itself in a struggle with the worlds largest online retailer over terms. Independent publishers group exhibitor directory the. Feb 23, 2012 for one chicago book distributor and publisher,pushed just a bit too far. Jenkins group is proud to announce these results of the sixth annual axiom business book awards, honoring the best business books published during the past year. Greenleaf book group a publisher and distributor dedicated to helping independent authors and small presses getting their work published.
Fiercely independent books and recommendations for every reader. Pgw sets the standard for integrated, fullservice distribution, providing independent publishers with essential tools and unmatched support from experienced, creative, and enthusiastic book experts. These distributors are used by many of the publishers and authors who. I found their website listed as one of the top distributors to work with. The problem with book distribution and why successful selfpublishers use digital delivery and social media marketing. Stop amazons assault on independent publishers and distributors. All the right books along with everything else your. Inclusion below does not represent an endorsement by.
If you are tired of submitting to the major new york book publishers and are looking. Indie book distribution with publishers group west, how to work with a distributor and whether authors should partner with publishers, a baipa. Book distributors help publishers get their books placed into bookstores, libraries, specialty stores, schools and other markets. Stop amazons assault on independent publishers and. Independent publishers group ipg is a leading provider of expert distribution services for innovative publishers of print and ebooks, and provides other client services ranging from advertising, prepublication consultation, and pr to trade show promotion, marketing and digital support. Book publishers check out these book publishers to see examples of good book design and great marketing campaigns.
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