Industry News

The calendar features books with added value, such as signed copies and exclusive merchandise, to entice customers to order from their local indie bookstore. 

An image from the picture book You Matter, written and illustrated by Christian Robinson, is featured on the cover of the 2020 catalog.

Masks and mugs should be purchased by July 29 to ensure delivery by August 29, Independent Bookstore Day.

All BIPOC who work in U.S. independent bookstores in any capacity are eligible to be nominated for the three categories: activism, innovation, and leadership.

The scholarship program will grant awards to students based on financial need and academic merit, and is specifically intended for candidates from historically underrepresented groups in the publishing industry.

Booksellers looking to promote mask-wearing in their stores are welcome to download and use the images Myers has created.

As booksellers schedule events, they’re encouraged to let IBD know for publicity purposes.

This year, booksellers are invited to sell the IBD merchandise on their websites beginning 10 days ahead of the event.

Due to the coronavirus outbreak, Find Waldo Local is going digital for 2020.