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PURCHASING
BOOKS ISN'T DIFFICULT!
The most important advice is
to PLAN AHEAD! Some schools have their parent group organize this part
of an author appearance. Librarians and teachers have plenty to do to
prepare for an author visit. This is something that can be delegated
out. Also, from my observations, this is an event that parents enjoy
being involved in!
PUBLISHERS
You can order books directly from
the publisher or from your local bookstore. If you are working through
a literary event coordinator, they can take care of ordering books for
your school and answer any questions.
- Most publishers offer substantial discounts from the list price on books for author visits.
- Many schools use the proceeds for fundraising
for future events and/or pass some or all of the discount on to their
students.
- The school pays only for the books they sell plus shipping.
- Unsold books can be returned to the publisher.
- The invoice is usually paid after the author visit.
- PUBLISHERS NEED 6-8 WEEKS to process your order!
- The publisher should have a contact person that will help you with book orders for author appearances.
Contacting
my publisher to order books for author appearances
BOOKSTORES
Some schools may prefer to order books through their local bookstore. Most bookstores are experienced with author appearances. Many stores also offer a discount, although usually less than the publisher discount, but the bookstore will take care of the ordering, shipping and returns. It makes it all easier for the school and it is also an opportunity to support your local independent bookstore! BOOKSTORES NEED PLENTY OF TIME TO PROCESS YOUR ORDER! Contact your bookstore as soon as you have a date confirmed for the signing and find out how much time they will need.
ORDER FORMS
Schools have found that sending an order form home with the students before an author visit helps with the organization and success of a book sale. This is also an opportunity for the family to decide whom they want their books autographed to, I find myself signing many books for birthdays and holidays for the organized parents who plan ahead.
See a sample order form (coming soon)
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