A: It is an international book marketing organization, started in 1980, to help independent publishers promote and market their books through a variety of unique and cost-effective marketing channels. Over the past sixteen years, our members have sold millions of dollars worth of books.
Q: What type of marketing opportunities does NABE offer?
A: You can display your books at our NABE Book Showcase Exhibits, held at major trade shows throughout the U.S. Mail order firms will see your book in the Publishers Preview section of BDW. Our responsive Mailing Lists are available for rental. The National Press Release Program will help you get free publicity in scores of newspapers and other media. Our new Electronic Marketing Services can get you on the World Wide Web. Plus, members receive Free Book Reviews, a Classified Ad, a 25% discount on BDW Display Advertising, and in some cases, even articles about themselves and their books. All members are eligible for the annual NABE Best Books of the Year Awards.
Q: Is other book production and marketing help available?
A: Yes! We have a series of V.I.P. Services especially designed for Very important Publishers. These include Marketing Consultations, Editorial Assistance, Manuscript Evaluation, Copywriting, Ad Design and more at 20% discount.
Q: What about Book Dealers World? How often is it published and how many prospects does it reach?
A: Book Dealers World is published quarterly in February, May, August and November. It reaches over 20,000 book buyers, including book distributors, libraries, mail order dealers, gift shops, trade show attendees, catalog firms, bookstores, and business opportunity seekers.
Q: Why is NABE different from other publishing associations?
A: Because it bridges the gap between the publisher and the marketplace. NABE specializes in the alternative marketing of books through mail order, premium channels, the gift market, and more. All sales made through NABE come directly to you.
Q: As a mail order dealer, how can I benefit from joining NABE?
A: You'll have access to thousands of new books each year. Plus, your NABE Membership includes Dealership Rights to our Opportunity Book Bonanza.
Q: What does a Membership in NABE cost?
A: It costs just $75.00 to join, and you get a Two-Year Membership for the price of one. ($80.00 for Canadian members & $90.00 for foreign members. All prices are in U.S. funds.) Other associations charge hundreds of dollars for annual memberships. You get real value with NABE and you won't have to renew every year.
NABE Brings You SALES RESULTS!
"I'm very impressed with the organization you have put together. Your Membership Fee and rates along with the other benefits are low in price and high in helping self-publishers and others involved in mailorder book marketing." - R.Thomas, Thomas Pubs.
"A distributor saw my book at a NABE Showcase Exhibit and placed a large order for the entire country of New Zealand. It really pays to become a member of NABE." - D.Dossey, Outcomes Unlimited
"I have received more inquiries and orders from BOOK DEALERS WORLD than from all the other publications combined." - L.Kajda, L.K. Enterprises
"My Publishers Preview Ad brought in thousands of dollars for my line of books. Keep up the good work!" - Art Fettig, Growth Unlimited
"I have had the exciting experience of selling books to Australia thanks to my ad in BOOK DEALERS WORLD." - P.Beall, Hand-in-Hand Pubs.
"NABE provides a valuable service to publishers of all types. BOOK DEALERS WORLD is excellent and contains unique opportunities for marketing new books or acquiring books from other publishers. Well worth the money!" - C.Ferrari, Windsor Publishing
"Thanks for the time spent with me on the phone a few days ago. It was much appreciated and very enlightening. I paid a marketing agent for 3 months work and I learned more from you than from him. You care! Thanks for your personable attitude." - Lenora Hill, Galaxy Bookshop
"Thank you for your effort in the Press Release Program for my book." - A.Cantwell, Aries Rising Press
"I am a member of NABE and have found BOOK DEALERS WORLD to be an outstanding outlet for those who sell books by mail." - D.Karrell. Prentice-Hall
Check Out the Money Making & Money Saving Benefits You'll Receive as a NABE Member!
* A 2-Year Subscription to BOOK DEALERS WORLD, the marketing magazine for publishers and mail order booksellers.
* A Free Book Review in the Book Dealers Diary section of BDW.
* A Beautiful NABE Membership Certificate & use of our NABE Logo.
* Publishers Pricing Report, to help you determine the customary discounts for mail order firms, bookstores, wholesalers, and others.
* Master List of Book Distributors of small press and independently published titles.
* Initial Marketing Consultation Form.
* Members Market Update Report. Discover up-to-date new markets for your books as book buyers list their needs in this quarterly report. Media requests are also included.
* Special Savings on NABE Book Showcase Exhibits, Publishers Preview, National Press Release Program & other Marketing Efforts.
* Al Galasso's Private Black Book of Business Contacts packed with great people to do business with. This is from my own personal rolodex. Valuable sources for publishers!
* Free Classified Ad in BDW. Plus A 25% Dis- count on Display Advertising in BDW.
* Dealership Rights to the Opportunity Bonanza Catalog. Buy for yourself or have the items dropshipped at 50% discount.
* Free E-Mail Address. We'll send you a complimentary computer disk so you can sign up for America's free electronic mail service.
* A Free Copy of the Book Dealers Dropship Directory plus Dealer Details and Free Listing Form for next edition.
* 20% Discount on V.I.P. Creative Services.
* Three Back Issues of BOOK DEALERS WORLD packed with tons of marketing ideas.
* Eligibility for NABE Book of the Year Awards. You could be one of our winners!
Hi. I'm Al Galasso. For the past 16 Years, I've been Director of the North American Bookdealers Exchange. I can help you market your books and show you how to get your share of the bookselling profits. If you have any questions about NABE, please call me at
North American Bookdealers Exchange
PO Box 606, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Phone (541) 942-7455
Fax: (561) 258-2625
E-Mail: nabeajg@bookmarketingprofits.com
Web Site: http://www.bookmarketingprofits.com