“I like what you’re doing to market my eBook, but what do you do to get my print book into bookstores?”

As an independent publisher, I’m asked this question all the time, and it has been a challenge to find the right answer. Bookstores are hesitant to stock indie books because their quality is uneven. Plus, they want nothing to do with Amazon-published books. (It’s like sleeping with the enemy.)

For that reason, bookstores usually stick with books published by major publishing houses. 

Until NOW. 

I’m excited to announce that last week Illumify Media Global entered into an agreement with a prominent national book distribution company. In case you’re new to publishing, a book distribution company acts on behalf of publishing companies to distribute their books into BOOKSTORES and LIBRARIES. 

What does that mean for Illumify authors?

Illumify books will be distributed to bookstores and libraries across the country. Our authors will be represented at national trade shows and a seasoned executive sales staff, headquartered in New York City, has access to influential book buyers at all the major retail and wholesale companies.

This new partnership allows Illumify to better handle all scopes of publishing projects, from niche titles to New York Times bestsellers.

Our new distribution partnership will give Illumify authors:

• Dedicated sales reps calling on national chain and independent bookstores, wholesalers, and libraries
• Direct access to Amazon.com
• Distribution services specifically tailored to meet the needs of the marketplace (i.e. Christian fiction & nonfiction, romance, inspirational, travel, etc.)
• Inclusion in wholesale catalogs and distribution databases
• A presence at NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL book fairs
• Visibility in a quarterly catalog that’s sent to publishing industry leaders, bookstores, and libraries across the country
• Equal exposure alongside traditionally published authors.

Did you read that last bullet?

When bookstore owners see your book summary in the quarterly catalog, they'll naturally assume you're a traditionally published author.

Please excuse me if I sound overly enthusiastic, but THAT'S A BIG DEAL! As an Illumify author, you get to enjoy the benefits of being an indie author and a traditionally published author.

So what’s an easy way to get your book into bookstores? Publish with Illumify Media Global.  

If you’ve been thinking about writing and publishing your next bestseller, NOW is the time to take action.

Over the next week, I have a few openings in my schedule to discuss how we can partner with you to achieve your definition of success with your book.

Happy writing!

Michael J. Klassen

President, Illumify Media Global

mklassen@illumifymedia.com

Write. Market. Publish. SELL!