As a new independent publisher launching our first list in 2020, here at BAD PRESS iNK the year has been, well let’s just go with… a learning experience. So what have we learnt? In fact we’ve learnt a whole alphabet full: A is for Authors, and a need to recruit hustlers up for the sales... Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2020-12-29 01:23:40 UTC ]
When lockdown came in March, many small presses feared they would go out of business. But then came an outpouring of support from the publicThe best books from indie publishers in 2020Six months ago, independent publishers Jacaranda and Knights Of were warning publicly that their income had... Continue reading >> [ Source: The Guardian | 2020-12-16 08:00:30 UTC ]
Emerald Publishing has been named Independent Publisher of the Year as well as Academic and Professional Publisher of the Year at the 2020 Independent Publishers Guild Awards. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2020-09-23 08:00:35 UTC ]
A 'PW' survey of six independent publishers scattered across the country found mixed results about how business has gone so far this year. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2020-09-04 04:00:00 UTC ]
A survey 'PW' conducted with indies found no plan for immediate return to offices and a trend of strong backlist sales. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2020-06-19 04:00:00 UTC ]
Independent publishers have expressed their frustration at a lack of communication from Bertrams over unpaid bills, with some owed as much as £15,000. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2020-06-18 18:47:45 UTC ]
Two indie publishers have shared their concerns about the coming autumn, and emphasised the importance of flexible plans moving forward. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2020-06-02 12:51:35 UTC ]
Indies The Bookseller has contacted have spoken of their "huge relief" after receiving funding from Arts Council England's £160m emergency coronavirus pot, though for many the grants are not a "fix-all". Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2020-05-20 06:53:54 UTC ]
It came as no surprise that I caught the dreaded Covid-19. I spend an inordinate amount of time on the road with international and domestic authors, long hours in various media centres, and travel by London transport. We also live in a coronavirus hotspot, with multiple cases on my street... Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2020-05-05 16:37:36 UTC ]
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to highlight the massive and devastating inequality in the US, the work of socially progressive publishers is more important than ever. With the goal of supporting one another during the uncertainty of the pandemic, a group of left-wing independent... Continue reading >> [ Source: Literrary Hub | 2020-04-30 16:27:42 UTC ]
The Radical Publishers Alliance is an international group of left-wing independent publishers who have joined together with the goal of supporting each other during the coronavirus pandemic. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2020-04-29 04:00:00 UTC ]
As small businesses around the country await funds from the landmark “Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act,” indie publishers and booksellers are having mixed experiences trying to secure this financial lifeline. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2020-04-20 04:00:00 UTC ]
Indie publishers face an “existential crisis” during the pandemic lockdown but remain hopeful they can make it to the other side. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2020-04-02 06:36:44 UTC ]
The new coronavirus is causing unprecedented disruption for independent publishers, but despite those challenges more than half a dozen indies said this week that they were managing to make a somewhat smooth transition to remote work while rallying in support of independent booksellers. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2020-03-17 04:00:00 UTC ]
Indie publisher Hashtag Press is launching a new imprint to showcase exclusively BME voices. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2019-06-25 09:53:55 UTC ]
Sheffield-based independent publisher Vertebrate Publishing is planning on almost doubling its staff numbers, after receiving a quarter of a million pounds in investment from entrepreneur Stephen Ross. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2019-06-18 13:12:31 UTC ]
As Book Expo kicked off Wednesday, Independent Book Publishers Association CEO Angela Bole pointed out during a session on the state of indie publishing that while it presents many opportunities for entrepreneurs, there remain many obstacles to success. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2019-05-29 04:00:00 UTC ]
The Independent Publishers Guild (IPG) has announced the 12 shortlists for its annual awards, with five small presses up for at least two prizes and 10 featuring for the first time. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2019-04-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
The Independent Book Publishers Association held its annual IBPA University this year April 5-6 in Chicago, where 325 attendees mixed and mingled and talked shop about indie publishing. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2019-04-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
A consortium of independent publishers led by Seven Stories Press has launched Indie Playlist, a program that provides discounts and cash rewards for independent booksellers who order from a rotating list of titles. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2019-04-04 00:00:00 UTC ]