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We have just moved our store to a wonderful new location in Del Mar, CA!  We are looking for a full-time bookseller with bookselling experience.  We are a full service bookstore and  so we need a bookseller who likes other human beings of all kinds; works well with others; and likes to help people. Curiosity about people as well as books, ideas, and experiences are a must.  We are looking for someone who wants to work with books for the long haul.

Please drop off your resume or email to john@caminobks.com.

Join the Team at Book Society!

Book Society, a new bookstore & wine bar in Berkeley, is looking for a part-time team member to help create an elevated and welcoming experience for our guests. If you love books, wine, and building community, this could be the perfect fit!

About the Role:

This is a part-time position, ideally working weekday evenings to close. You'll play a key role in ensuring our guests have an exceptional experience while helping to keep our space running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist customers, ensuring a warm and inviting atmosphere
• Guide guests through our curated book and wine pairings
• Prepare and serve our delectable snacks
• Keep the space stocked, organized, and tidy
• Support with events and special projects as needed

Who You Are:

• Polished, professional, and friendly—exceptional customer service is our top priority
• Passionate about books, wine, and hospitality
• Detail-oriented and proactive in keeping the space running smoothly
• Experience in bookselling, wine bars and/or cafés is a plus!

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to hello@booksociety.social.

The Collective Book Studio is an independent publisher dedicated to creating high-quality, beautifully crafted books that celebrate diverse voices and empower storytelling. 

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and reliable administrative assistant to support our team with data entry and other light administrative tasks. This is a part-time position, perfect for someone seeking flexible hours and consistent work.

Duties and responsibilities include: 

● Maintain accuracy and consistency across records, including contracts, client information, and project documentation. 

● Assist the publisher with data entry for marketing budget, royalty adjustments, ensuring accuracy in tracking, calculations, and updates to royalty records.

● Creating and managing folders or records in Google Drive or Dropbox

● Updating contributor contact lists and internal mailing lists 

● File for Copyright for all new titles and apply for LCCNs for all titles on the Library of Congress Portal 

● Upload data for audiobooks to industry platforms 

● Process sample requests 

● Upload the requested Digital Materials for the Foreign Rights Agent

● Monitors, tracks, and responds to author event orders and logistics, and liaises with appropriate members of the sales staff and internal team for follow-up

● Performs sales-related administrative support duties for the founder

● Perform other administrative tasks as needed. 

Requirements: 

● Strong attention to detail and organizational skills 

● Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) and/or Microsoft Office

● Experience with data entry or administrative work 

● Communicate effectively via email and virtual or in-person meetings

● Ability to manage time and work independently 

● Reliable internet connection if working remotely 

● Familiarity with Airtable or any CRM platform is a plus, but not required

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• Copyeditors and proofreaders, primarily for chapter books and middle-grade novels. Ability to copyedit/proofread Spanish and/or any languages in addition to English is a plus!  
• Fact-checkers, for both text and illustrations.    

Please e-mail your resume and area of interest (copyediting/proofreading, fact-checking, or both) to: jobs@chroniclebooks.com.  

We offer fellowship opportunities with our Editorial teams in each of our publishing categories. Fellows will have a variety of responsibilities which may include evaluating manuscripts, aiding in submissions, sorting and sending out decline notices as needed, drafting copy and acquisition materials, preparing sales materials, performing competitive research, helping with mailings, attending meetings, participating in brainstorming, and handling other administrative tasks.

Full Listing

Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to  jobs@chroniclebooks.com.

We offer fellowship opportunities with our Editorial teams in each of our publishing categories. Fellows will have a variety of responsibilities which may include evaluating manuscripts, aiding in submissions, sorting and sending out decline notices as needed, drafting copy and acquisition materials, preparing sales materials, performing competitive research, helping with mailings, attending meetings, participating in brainstorming, and handling other administrative tasks. 

Full Listing

Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to  jobs@chroniclebooks.com.

We offer fellowship opportunities with our Editorial teams in each of our publishing categories. Fellows will have a variety of responsibilities which may include evaluating manuscripts, aiding in submissions, sorting and sending out decline notices as needed, drafting copy and acquisition materials, preparing sales materials, performing competitive research, helping with mailings, attending meetings, participating in brainstorming, and handling other administrative tasks.  

Full Listing

Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to  jobs@chroniclebooks.com.

Chronicle Books seeks an experienced, growth orientated National Account Manager to join our Sales team. This role is responsible for selling Chronicle and distribution client books, gifts, toys, and games to Amazon.com. The ideal candidate brings a collaborative, analytical, and creative approach to account management.

Full Listing

Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to  jobs@chroniclebooks.com.

Chronicle Books is looking for a creative Social Media Assistant to help strategize, manage, and assist with our influencer partnership program and daily social media upkeep. This individual will help execute effective marketing plans through content creation, community engagement, and performance tracking. 

Full Listing

Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to  jobs@chroniclebooks.com.

Chronicle Books is seeking a detail-oriented, solutions-driven Contracts Manager to support our editorial teams. This role reports to the Director of Contracts and is responsible for drafting and negotiating publishing agreements, reviewing third-party contracts, and ensuring compliance with company standards and legal requirements. The Contracts Manager will also manage contract templates, rights reversion letters, copyright registrations, and entry of contract terms into our royalty system. This is an exciting opportunity for a publishing professional with a strong background in contracts, intellectual property, and rights management.

Full Listing

Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to  jobs@chroniclebooks.com.