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*SAVE THE DATE* FALL FEST BOOKSTORE TOUR
We will have a bookstore tour on Sunday, September 13th. Bookstore Tour Ticket Registration will open with Fall Fest Bookseller Registration.
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CALL FOR MODERATORS AND EDUCATION PANELISTS
CALIBA is always looking for bookseller moderators and panelists for our shows. We'd love to add more voices and experiences each year! Help us discover you!
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BATCH FOR BOOKS IS PARTNERING WITH W.W. NORTON & COMPANY
“We’re excited to welcome W.W. Norton & Company to Batch,” said Fraser Tanner, Batch for Books Inc. C.E.O. “Each new publisher partnership strengthens the overall network, creating greater efficiency and value for bookstores and publishers alike. Norton’s participation reflects a shared commitment to improving workflows and supporting a healthier and sustainable bookselling ecosystem, and we know our indie bookstore partners will be thrilled to see them join the Batch network.”
Click here to read the press release.
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BOOKSTORE PROMOTIONS & MARKETING ASSETS
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Welcome to CALIBA,Sweet Reads Book Truck!
Owner: Sloane Kearney
Location: Oceanside
Established: June 7th, 2026
About Our New Member: I’m a theater educator who loves going on adventures, both in real life and in books! Sweet Reads specializes in highly curated children’s and young adult books, contemporary fiction with bold female voices, and timeless pre-loved classics. We're here to remind everyone that great books—like great desserts—are meant to be shared.
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PROFESSIONAL BOOKSELLERS SCHOOL
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5% DISCOUNT FOR CALIBA MEMBERS - Independent Study: CALIBAind | Live Courses: CALIBAlive
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AMERICAN BOOKSELLERS ASSOCIATION
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HOW TO PREPARE FOR ICE RAIDS IN YOUR COMMUNITY
Here are the top 6 things to do to prepare for ICE raids at your store or in your community.
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Booksellers
Provisional Bookstore: $100 (online only and prospective bookstores)
Bookstore: $200
Membership Perks:
- Free admission to our annual Fall Fest for you and your staff
- Free or reduced rates at education and member programs for you and your staff
- Subscription to our weekly e-newsletter for you and your staff
- Stay up-to-date with industry, Alliance and bookstore news
- Bestseller list
- Classified ads
- Online access to the Rep Directory updated regularly
- Inclusion on our Find A Store webpage
- Summer & Winter Catalog Marketing Campaigns produced for you and promoted to drive business to your store
- Independent Bookstore Day in conjunction with your ABA membership
- Access to exclusive IBD merchandise
- A list of current Publisher Promotions
- Bookseller Resources
- Tools for the Trade
- Credit card processing with Gravity Payments
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INDUSTRY EVENTS & SMALL BIZ CORNER
Is there another association you suggest CALIBA follow for small business education? Share with us.
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CALCHAMBER'S EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK CREATOR ONLINE TOOL - Buy Now
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THE GHOSTBUYERS' GUIDE TO BECOMING A GREAT BOOKSTORE BUYER
With the enormous influx of new stores, Ghostbuyers wants to provide a resource to help navigate the wilderness of publisher catalogs, buying processes, engaged inventory management, and more.
In this course, you’ll find tips and best practices, practical advice and wisdom gained from 20+ years of buying, teaching, and solving problems for many facets of the book industry. Figuring out how to buy books for your store can be daunting. The aim of this course is to both demystify the process and to give concrete lessons on how to buy for your store. Register Now.
Coupon code CALIBADISCOUNT, they'll receive $50 off the price of the course.
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OMNIBUS WEBINAR VIDEO AVAILABLE
Running a bookstore means juggling a lot of systems that weren't built for books. Omnibus changes that — one platform connecting inventory, ordering, and Edelweiss catalog and analytics with your POS. Square is first, with more platforms on the way. Click here for more information and view the Webinar.
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May: National Small Business Month / Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month / Jewish American Heritage Month / Short Story Month
May 3-9: National Small Business Week
May 5-11: Children's Book Week
May 10: Mother's Day
May 15: CALIBA Board of Director ballots will be sent to bookstore principal members
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May 27-28: SoCal Owners' Retreat & Spring Forum
June: Pride Month / Audiobook Appreciation Month
June 19: Juneteenth
June 21: Father's Day
June 26-29: ABA Children's Institute
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Don't forget to follow and tag us (@caliba_20) to be featured! CALIBA's Media Outlet Resource Doc has info about being featured by Shelf Awareness, USA Today, and Bay City News.
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Want to share your personal story or concerns as a small business owner more broadly? Share your OpEd, Think Piece, or Slice of Life story with your local media outlets. CALIBA is building a shared Media List here. Find or add contacts.
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- *NEW* Editor - Silver Dolphin & Studio Fun, San Diego
- *NEW* Designer - Silver Dolphin & Studio Fun, San Diego
- *NEW* Copy Editor - VIZ Media, San Francisco
- Licensed Publishing Director - Chronicle Books, San Francisco or New York
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Have a classified listing for booksellers? Email Alecia to be listed on our site.
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CALIBA'S CURRENTLY READING
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Violet Thistlewaite Is Not A Villain Anymore
Emily Krempholtz
9780593954300
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Hannah
Executive Director
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Wild Seed
Octavia E. Butler
9781538751480
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Valentina
Operations Manager
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Play Nice
Rachel Harrison
9780593642573
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BOOK INDUSTRY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION LINKS
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PROFESSIONAL BOOKSELLERS SCHOOL LINKS
5% DISCOUNT FOR CALIBA MEMBERS - Independent Study: CALIBAind | Live Courses: CALIBAlive
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This map shows our current bookstore members.
Note this info is public. Check your information on our website, then contact Alecia to update the map.
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Email Valentina to join.
Current CALIBA bookseller membership required.
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We're working hard to make your life easier with membership tips & tricks:
How to set up auto-pay for dues.
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OFFICE HOURS - MEET HANNAH AT PASADENA SPRING FORUM
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Virtual office hours will resume in June. Join our monthly office hours (fourth Thursdays) to co-work with Hannah! Have a question, idea, or comment about a CALIBA program? Office hours are a great chance for you to check in directly with your Executive Director. Click here to register for a morning session (9-10am) or afternoon session (2-3pm) — or email Hannah to set up an appointment.
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Support CALIBA
Publishers support CALIBA when bookstores participate.
Bookstore Participation = Publisher Sponsorship = CALIBA = Bookstore Education, Advocacy, Networking +++
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