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I recently contacted 5 local bookstores and 3 have agreed to sell some of my books. One of them will take the book on consignment. Has anyone had any problems with this type of agreement...is there any other way? The other two stores are owned by friends so there isn't an issue.

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Permalink Reply by Johanna Maaghul on August 13, 2009 at 10:01am: Hi Robert, - your book looks very interesting... Did you happen to look at Dog Ear Publishing - they appear to have a much lower per book printing cost - does createspace allow you to own your own ISBN?; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Author101 on October 22, 2008 at 8:17am: Hi Cindy,
FYI, Although I haven't heard any other "horror stories," I've yet to get paid on any books left on consignment. I vote, don't do it!
Best wishes on your book!
Carol
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Permalink Reply by Susan Whitfield on October 22, 2008 at 8:55am: I always have a written agreement (either their form or my own) so that I know when to expect payment: as each book is sold, monthly, or quarterly. I also touch base with store owners at least every six weeks so they don't forget about me. I've only had one incident where I had to send two notices that payment was overdue, the second one strongly worded. It worked. This business works like any other; you have to follow-through and follow-up.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Rachel Madorsky on November 5, 2008 at 7:12pm: Most bookstores order books from catalogs, distributors and on demand from patrons.
Only small local bookstores will buy from 3 to 10 copies but it takes a lot author’s time and energy. The best way to promote your books is to participate at different kind of events…Bookstore will have your book when set up time for your presentation… The consignment is a very tricky tool…

Rachel Madorsky,
Author of “Symphony of Your Karma” and
“Create Your Own Destiny.”
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Permalink Reply by william sawyers on November 19, 2008 at 2:11pm: This is going to be a great week!! I hope

I got invited to a local book store on Sunday for a book reading and signing, There offering to place my books.

One of the author's who's going to be there is a person who is in charge of a small local news paper and is going to interview me for the paper. By small I'm saying they deliver 33,000 papers locally.

I'm excite and nervous at the same time. Hope it goes well. I'm willing to do a lot more reading at this place to help get out my name, as well as sell my books.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Marc A. Pitman, CFCC on November 19, 2008 at 6:35pm: Congratulations!!; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by SusieSunshine on November 19, 2008 at 9:12pm: Congratulations, William! It is always a thrill when we get such a positive response to our book. You mentioned another author being there. Is it an author fair or a single book signing and reading?

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Permalink Reply by william sawyers on November 19, 2008 at 2:12pm: This is going to be a great week!! I hope

I got invited to a local book store on Sunday for a book reading and signing, There offering to place my books.

One of the author's who's going to be there is a person who is in charge of a small local news paper and is going to interview me for the paper. By small I'm saying they deliver 33,000 papers locally.

I'm excite and nervous at the same time. Hope it goes well. I'm willing to do a lot more readings at this place to help get out my name, as well as sell my books.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Tim Herrera on December 30, 2008 at 1:44pm: Bookstores seem to be getting increasingly sheepish. I've had the same problem.They just don't want to deal with returns. I think it's good if you some stores are willing to take your books on consignment. It's better than being told "no."; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Tiffany Turner on January 25, 2009 at 7:10pm: I'm finding that with budgets tight, bookstores are taking less chances on just a press release and a book. If they know you, they are more apt to take a chance. I'm still having trouble getting local bookstores to be interested. I wish I had a friend that managed one nearby. Indie bookstores are more interested on-line than chains. But new authors just have trouble getting the word out about their books. Network with who you know is a great way. The fact you've got 3 to agree is fantastic. Be proud of yourself. That's a great start.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Linda Cook on January 27, 2009 at 10:16pm: Hi, I put my book in alot of local stores and it has done very well. Good idea Linda; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Charlotte McPherson on February 6, 2009 at 11:45am: Consignment has its advantages and disadvantages. If you have a bookstore that keeps accurate records and will provide you a contract and will place your book in a key spot, you could do well. I have a bookstore in Turkey and we do this sometimes with new authors. It is extra work for the bookstore staff but if they think the book has potential they are willing to offer consignment. Be sure to include a clause on damaged goods. Hope your book does well.Wish you much success!; ▶ Reply to This