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60 Years Book Publishing
Professional Quality Only. No P.O.D No short-cuts. Full pro staff.
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We Want to Read Your Book
Publishing poetry, novels, memoirs, how-to, religious, most genres.
www.DorrancePublishing.com
Publishing poetry, novels, memoirs, how-to, religious, most genres.
www.DorrancePublishing.com
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Specialists in Bad Debt Recovery You Don't Pay Unless We Collect
www.mediareceivablemanagement.com
Specialists in Bad Debt Recovery You Don't Pay Unless We Collect
www.mediareceivablemanagement.com
Book Publishing Companies
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Publishing companies
BookSurge Unites with CreateSpace: More Publishing Options for Authors
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Publishing Industry
Research an industry- Competitors, trends, sics, naics & more. Try it.
Industries.Hoovers.com
Research an industry- Competitors, trends, sics, naics & more. Try it.
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Self Publish Your Book.
High Quality, Low Prices And Fast Turnaround, In As Little As 7 Days!
www.InstantPublisher.com
High Quality, Low Prices And Fast Turnaround, In As Little As 7 Days!
www.InstantPublisher.com
Association Magazines
Outsource your publication needs to an experienced publisher.
www.McNeill-Group.com
Outsource your publication needs to an experienced publisher.
www.McNeill-Group.com
A
Association of Booksellers for Children
National membership association that offers a support network for professional independent children's booksellers. This site lists independent children's bookstores across the country, along with services available to booksellers.
www.abfc.com
National membership association that offers a support network for professional independent children's booksellers. This site lists independent children's bookstores across the country, along with services available to booksellers.
www.abfc.com
Audit Bureau of Circulations
A self-regulatory auditing organization, responsible to advertisers, advertising agencies and the media for independent verification and dissemination of members circulation, readership and audience information. Schaumburg, Illinois.
www.accessabc.com
A self-regulatory auditing organization, responsible to advertisers, advertising agencies and the media for independent verification and dissemination of members circulation, readership and audience information. Schaumburg, Illinois.
www.accessabc.com
African Publishers Network (APNET)
Nonprofit network formed to promote indigenous publishing in Africa. APNET brings together national publishers associations from over 27 countries in Africa.
www.africanpublishers.org
Nonprofit network formed to promote indigenous publishing in Africa. APNET brings together national publishers associations from over 27 countries in Africa.
www.africanpublishers.org
Asociación de Autores del Uruguay
Spanish language web site for the Association of Uruguayan Authors.
www.agadu.com
Spanish language web site for the Association of Uruguayan Authors.
www.agadu.com
American Booksellers Association
Trade association of mainly independently owned bookstores.
www.ambook.org
Trade association of mainly independently owned bookstores.
www.ambook.org
Hungarian Bureau for the Protection of Authors' Rights (ARTISJUS)
Contact information for the Hungarian Bureau for the Protection of Authors' Rights.
www.artisjus.hu
Contact information for the Hungarian Bureau for the Protection of Authors' Rights.
www.artisjus.hu
American Society of Journalists and Authors (ASJA)
ASJA offers benefits and services focusing on professional development, including market information, meetings with editors and others in the field, a referral service, seminars and workshops, discount services and the opportunity for members to...
www.asja.org
ASJA offers benefits and services focusing on professional development, including market information, meetings with editors and others in the field, a referral service, seminars and workshops, discount services and the opportunity for members to...
www.asja.org
Audio Publishers Association
APA is a not-for-profit trade association representing the interests of audiobook publishers. Located in Manhattan Beach, California.
www.audiopub.org
APA is a not-for-profit trade association representing the interests of audiobook publishers. Located in Manhattan Beach, California.
www.audiopub.org
Authors Registry
A non-profit organization formed to help expedite the flow of royalty payments and small re-use fees to authors, particularly for new-media uses. Services include an Automated Rights Payment System, an Authors Contact Directory, and the Registr...
www.authorsregistry.org
A non-profit organization formed to help expedite the flow of royalty payments and small re-use fees to authors, particularly for new-media uses. Services include an Automated Rights Payment System, an Authors Contact Directory, and the Registr...
www.authorsregistry.org
B
Book Industry Communications (UK)
Self-described gateway to the Internet for book industry publishers in the UK. Resources include information on Bar-coding for books and electronic rights trading.
www.bic.org.uk
Self-described gateway to the Internet for book industry publishers in the UK. Resources include information on Bar-coding for books and electronic rights trading.
www.bic.org.uk
Booksellers Association of Great Britain and Ireland
UK trade group with online directory of members and publishers in the British Isles. User registration required.
www.booksellers.org.uk
UK trade group with online directory of members and publishers in the British Isles. User registration required.
www.booksellers.org.uk
Book Trust (UK)
Offers online fact sheets about book publishing industry. UK information from locating copyright holders and identifying grants and awards.
www.booktrust.org.uk
Offers online fact sheets about book publishing industry. UK information from locating copyright holders and identifying grants and awards.
www.booktrust.org.uk
C
Children's Book Council
Nonprofit trade association whose membership consists of US publishers and packagers of trade books for children and young adults.
www.cbcbooks.org
Nonprofit trade association whose membership consists of US publishers and packagers of trade books for children and young adults.
www.cbcbooks.org
Chicago Book Clinic
Midwest's professional associations representing book publishers, vendors, editors, writers, graphic designers, and independent contractors. Encourages excllence in publishing by providing a platform for educational, social and professional inte...
www.chicagobookclinic.org
Midwest's professional associations representing book publishers, vendors, editors, writers, graphic designers, and independent contractors. Encourages excllence in publishing by providing a platform for educational, social and professional inte...
www.chicagobookclinic.org
Canadian Magazine Publishers Association
Includes Canadian media guide and magazine publishing industry news.
www.cmpa.ca
Includes Canadian media guide and magazine publishing industry news.
www.cmpa.ca
California Newpaper Publishers Association
Sacramento-based nonprofit trade association representing the daily and weekly newspapers of California.
www.cnpa.com
Sacramento-based nonprofit trade association representing the daily and weekly newspapers of California.
www.cnpa.com
Commonwealth Press Union (CPU)
UK-based association whose members are newspapers and news agencies from 49 countries. Over 700 are in membership and these are represented with the CPU by their publishers, chief executives or editors.
www.cpu.org.uk
UK-based association whose members are newspapers and news agencies from 49 countries. Over 700 are in membership and these are represented with the CPU by their publishers, chief executives or editors.
www.cpu.org.uk
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Communications Workers of America (CWA)
Based in Washington DC, CWA is a telecommunications union in North America, representing workers in public and private employment. CWA members are employed in telecommunications, printing and news media, public service, health care, cable tele...
www.cwa-union.org
Based in Washington DC, CWA is a telecommunications union in North America, representing workers in public and private employment. CWA members are employed in telecommunications, printing and news media, public service, health care, cable tele...
www.cwa-union.org
Chicago Women in Publishing
Sponsor of Excellence Awards program. Offers career development and networking opportunities for professionals.
www.cwip.org
Sponsor of Excellence Awards program. Offers career development and networking opportunities for professionals.
www.cwip.org
D
International DOI Foundation
The Digital Object Identifier (DOI) is an identification system for intellectual property in the digital environment. Developed by the International DOI Foundation on behalf of the publishing industry, its goals are to provide a framework for ma...
www.doi.org
The Digital Object Identifier (DOI) is an identification system for intellectual property in the digital environment. Developed by the International DOI Foundation on behalf of the publishing industry, its goals are to provide a framework for ma...
www.doi.org
The Dramatic Exchange
A web resource for playwrights to make their work available, and for publishers to read those plays.
www.dramex.org
A web resource for playwrights to make their work available, and for publishers to read those plays.
www.dramex.org
E
International Printing & Publishing in Development Council
Trade workgroup specializing in resources for developing countries and economies.
www.euronet.nl
Trade workgroup specializing in resources for developing countries and economies.
www.euronet.nl
F
The Foundation Center
The mission of the Foundation Center is to foster public understanding of the foundation field by collecting, organizing, analyzing and disseminating information on foundations, corporate giving and related subjects to grant seekers, grant maker...
fdncenter.org
The mission of the Foundation Center is to foster public understanding of the foundation field by collecting, organizing, analyzing and disseminating information on foundations, corporate giving and related subjects to grant seekers, grant maker...
fdncenter.org
Florida Press Association
A non-profit association of daily and weekly newspapers and newspaper related businesses.
www.flpress.com
A non-profit association of daily and weekly newspapers and newspaper related businesses.
www.flpress.com
G
Georgia Press Association
Atlanta-based association that protects, promotes, fosters and advances the interests of the newspaper industry in the state of Georgia.
www.gapress.org
Atlanta-based association that protects, promotes, fosters and advances the interests of the newspaper industry in the state of Georgia.
www.gapress.org
Graphic Communications Today
Graphic Communications Association is a global membership organization for advancing the processes of information and image management and distribution.
www.gca.org
Graphic Communications Association is a global membership organization for advancing the processes of information and image management and distribution.
www.gca.org
I
Illinois Press Association (IPA)
Springfield-based organization representing newspapers before the Illinois General Assembly. IPA diffuses attempts by government to impose higher costs of doing business upon newspapers and continues to be involved in safe-guarding the freedom...
www.il-press.com
Springfield-based organization representing newspapers before the Illinois General Assembly. IPA diffuses attempts by government to impose higher costs of doing business upon newspapers and continues to be involved in safe-guarding the freedom...
www.il-press.com
Iowa Newspaper Association (INA)
Des Moines, Iowa-based association that is owned and controlled exclusively by 328 daily and weekly newspaper members with total circulation exceeding 1.4 million households.
www.inanews.com
Des Moines, Iowa-based association that is owned and controlled exclusively by 328 daily and weekly newspaper members with total circulation exceeding 1.4 million households.
www.inanews.com
International Newspaper Financial Executives (INFE)
Sterling, Virginia-based professional association serving the newspaper financial management community. Resources for the newspaper financial executive, including information on conferences, jobs and publications.
www.infe.org
Sterling, Virginia-based professional association serving the newspaper financial management community. Resources for the newspaper financial executive, including information on conferences, jobs and publications.
www.infe.org
Inland Press Association
Des Plaines, Illinois-based not-for-profit organization owned by its member newspapers and operated by a volunteer board. Inland has more than 770 daily and weekly newspaper members in 49 states and Bermuda.
www.inlandpress.org
Des Plaines, Illinois-based not-for-profit organization owned by its member newspapers and operated by a volunteer board. Inland has more than 770 daily and weekly newspaper members in 49 states and Bermuda.
www.inlandpress.org
International Newspaper Marketing Association (INMA)
Dallas, Texas-based non-profit member organization dedicated to recognizing and extending marketing activities of newspapers.
www.inma.org
Dallas, Texas-based non-profit member organization dedicated to recognizing and extending marketing activities of newspapers.
www.inma.org
International Prepress Association (IPA)
Trade association consisting of graphic communications and graphic arts supplier companies worldwide.
www.ipa.org
Trade association consisting of graphic communications and graphic arts supplier companies worldwide.
www.ipa.org
J
Japan Book Publishers Association
Tools to search for Japanese publishing companies, information on events including the International Book Fair and the International Copyright Symposium.
www.jbpa.or.jp
Tools to search for Japanese publishing companies, information on events including the International Book Fair and the International Copyright Symposium.
www.jbpa.or.jp
K
Children's Entertainment Association (CEA)
Trade association for those involved in children's entertainment. CEA members come from all areas of the industry, including music, theater, performance, publishing, film, television, video and radio.
www.kidsentertainment.com
Trade association for those involved in children's entertainment. CEA members come from all areas of the industry, including music, theater, performance, publishing, film, television, video and radio.
www.kidsentertainment.com
M
Magazine Publishers of America
Trade resource association with links to industry resources including fact sheets on editorial, advertising impact, circulation and industry news.
www.magazine.org
Trade resource association with links to industry resources including fact sheets on editorial, advertising impact, circulation and industry news.
www.magazine.org
American Press Institute (API)
The Institute is committed to training and management development programs that are practical and immediately applicable in nature and that focus sharply on the best traditions, values and practices of journalism and of newspaper business opera...
www.mediacenter.org
The Institute is committed to training and management development programs that are practical and immediately applicable in nature and that focus sharply on the best traditions, values and practices of journalism and of newspaper business opera...
www.mediacenter.org
Media Coalition
The Media Coalition is an association that defends the First Amendment right to produce and sell books, magazines, recordings, videotapes and videogames.
www.mediacoalition.org
The Media Coalition is an association that defends the First Amendment right to produce and sell books, magazines, recordings, videotapes and videogames.
www.mediacoalition.org
Michigan Press Association
Lansing-based association of nearly 300 daily and weekly newspapers that promotes the general interests of newspapers in Michigan.
www.michiganpress.org
Lansing-based association of nearly 300 daily and weekly newspapers that promotes the general interests of newspapers in Michigan.
www.michiganpress.org
Missouri Press Association
Columbia-based newspaper trade association for Missouri newspapers.
www.mopress.com
Columbia-based newspaper trade association for Missouri newspapers.
www.mopress.com
Montana Newspaper Association
Helena-based association that promotes the general interests and provides services for the newspapers in Montana.
www.mtnewspapers.com
Helena-based association that promotes the general interests and provides services for the newspapers in Montana.
www.mtnewspapers.com
N
Native American Arts Alliance
Alliance that addresses the growing distance between contemporary native arts production and its relevance to native communities. The Alliance has taken the responsibility of leadership in transforming native arts from decorative statements to h...
www.na3.org
Alliance that addresses the growing distance between contemporary native arts production and its relevance to native communities. The Alliance has taken the responsibility of leadership in transforming native arts from decorative statements to h...
www.na3.org
Newspaper Association of America (NAA)
Vienna, Virginia-based nonprofit association that is the unified voice for both continuity and change in the newspaper industry. NAA focuses on strategic issues of importance to newspapers: marketing, public policy, diversity, operations and in...
www.naa.org
Vienna, Virginia-based nonprofit association that is the unified voice for both continuity and change in the newspaper industry. NAA focuses on strategic issues of importance to newspapers: marketing, public policy, diversity, operations and in...
www.naa.org
National Association of Broadcasters (NAB)
Based in Washington DC, NAB represents the radio and television industries before Congress, the FCC and federal agencies, the courts, and internationally. NAB provides its resources to support members, broadcasters at-large, and through ongoing...
www.nab.org
Based in Washington DC, NAB represents the radio and television industries before Congress, the FCC and federal agencies, the courts, and internationally. NAB provides its resources to support members, broadcasters at-large, and through ongoing...
www.nab.org
North Carolina Press Association (NCPA)
Raleigh, North Carolina-based association that promotes communication among association members, encourages membership growth and activity, maintains high industry standards and represents the business interests of newspapers.
www.ncpress.com
Raleigh, North Carolina-based association that promotes communication among association members, encourages membership growth and activity, maintains high industry standards and represents the business interests of newspapers.
www.ncpress.com
Nebraska Press Association
Lincoln, Nebraska-based trade association representing 185 Nebraska newspapers and providing numerous services that benefit the newspaper industry in the state.
www.nebpress.com
Lincoln, Nebraska-based trade association representing 185 Nebraska newspapers and providing numerous services that benefit the newspaper industry in the state.
www.nebpress.com
New England Newspaper Association
Salem, Massachusetts-based regional professional organization for the newspapers in the six New England states: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.
www.nenews.org
Salem, Massachusetts-based regional professional organization for the newspapers in the six New England states: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.
www.nenews.org
New England Press Association (NEPA)
Boston, Massachusetts-based association comprised of more than 430 members in the six-state region: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. NEPA provides services and programs to help members publish better ...
www.nepa.org
Boston, Massachusetts-based association comprised of more than 430 members in the six-state region: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. NEPA provides services and programs to help members publish better ...
www.nepa.org
The Newspaper Industry
Newspaper business portal maintained by the International Newspaper Marketing Association (INMA), a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting advanced marketing principles within the newspaper industry.
www.newspaper-industry.org
Newspaper business portal maintained by the International Newspaper Marketing Association (INMA), a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting advanced marketing principles within the newspaper industry.
www.newspaper-industry.org
New Jersey Press Association (NJPA)
West Trenton, New Jersey-based association advancing the interests of newspapers and increasing the benefits of newspaper readership. NJPA works to safeguard the rights of New Jersey newspapers to print what the public needs to know.
www.njpa.org
West Trenton, New Jersey-based association advancing the interests of newspapers and increasing the benefits of newspaper readership. NJPA works to safeguard the rights of New Jersey newspapers to print what the public needs to know.
www.njpa.org
National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA)
Washington DC-based trade association founded to bring together publishers of African-American owned newspapers toward the advancement of their mutual interest and professional concerns. The NNPA is the voice of the Black Press across America, s...
www.nnpa.org
Washington DC-based trade association founded to bring together publishers of African-American owned newspapers toward the advancement of their mutual interest and professional concerns. The NNPA is the voice of the Black Press across America, s...
www.nnpa.org
New York Press Association (NYPA)
Albany-based trade organization representing the weekly community newspapers of New York State.
www.nynewspapers.com
Albany-based trade organization representing the weekly community newspapers of New York State.
www.nynewspapers.com
New York Newspaper Publishers Association (NYNPA)
Albany, New York-based non-profit trade association representing the daily newspapers of New York State. NYNPA provides information on legislative affairs, conventions, training sessions, award competitions as well as other services for their me...
www.nynpa.com
Albany, New York-based non-profit trade association representing the daily newspapers of New York State. NYNPA provides information on legislative affairs, conventions, training sessions, award competitions as well as other services for their me...
www.nynpa.com
O
Ohio Newspaper Association (ONA)
Columbus-based newspaper trade association for Ohio newspapers.
ohionews.org
Columbus-based newspaper trade association for Ohio newspapers.
ohionews.org
Oklahoma Press Association
Oklahoma City-based association that safeguards and advances the newspaper profession in the state of Oklahoma so that both the profession and the public may benefit.
www.okpress.com
Oklahoma City-based association that safeguards and advances the newspaper profession in the state of Oklahoma so that both the profession and the public may benefit.
www.okpress.com
Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association (ONPA)
Portland-based trade association that advances the common interests of Oregon newspapers and furthers the public's understanding that strong newspapers are the cornerstone of a democratic society.
www.orenews.com
Portland-based trade association that advances the common interests of Oregon newspapers and furthers the public's understanding that strong newspapers are the cornerstone of a democratic society.
www.orenews.com
P
Publishers Marketing Association (PMA)
PMA is the largest non-profit trade association representing independent publishers of books, audio, video and CDs.
www.pma-online.org
PMA is the largest non-profit trade association representing independent publishers of books, audio, video and CDs.
www.pma-online.org
Publishers Marketing Association Online (PMA)
Resource directory including online book expos.
www.pma-online.org
Resource directory including online book expos.
www.pma-online.org
Pacific Northwest Newspaper Association
Tacoma-based association of daily newspapers in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Utah, Washington and British Columbia. The web site provides job listings and links to 58 Northwest daily newspapers, media sites, journalism and newspaper resources...
www.pnna.com
Tacoma-based association of daily newspapers in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Utah, Washington and British Columbia. The web site provides job listings and links to 58 Northwest daily newspapers, media sites, journalism and newspaper resources...
www.pnna.com
Association of Canadian Publishers
Canadian national book publishing trade association.
www.publishers.ca
Canadian national book publishing trade association.
www.publishers.ca
Publishers Association
Focal point for all book, journal and electronic publishers in the UK; it is where publishers come together to identify and discuss the main issues facing their industry and where the policies are developed that drive the PA's campaigns to ensur...
www.publishers.org.uk
Focal point for all book, journal and electronic publishers in the UK; it is where publishers come together to identify and discuss the main issues facing their industry and where the policies are developed that drive the PA's campaigns to ensur...
www.publishers.org.uk
R
Russian Authors' Society (RAO)
Non-governmental organization created by Russian authors and their successors in title for collective administration of their pecuniary rights in those cases when the practical realization of the said rights is difficult (public performance, inc...
www.rao.ru
Non-governmental organization created by Russian authors and their successors in title for collective administration of their pecuniary rights in those cases when the practical realization of the said rights is difficult (public performance, inc...
www.rao.ru
S
Sociedad de Autores y Compositores de Venezuela (SACVEN)
Web site for the Society of Authors and Composers of Venezuela.
www.sacven.org
Web site for the Society of Authors and Composers of Venezuela.
www.sacven.org
Societe Civile des Auteurs Multimedia (SCAM)
Civil society of multimedia authors that manages and distributes the rights of journalists and authors of multimedia materials including audiovisual, audio, written works, new technologies, stills and corporate films.
www.scam.fr
Civil society of multimedia authors that manages and distributes the rights of journalists and authors of multimedia materials including audiovisual, audio, written works, new technologies, stills and corporate films.
www.scam.fr
Society of Childrens' Book Writers & Illustrators
Provides online information for members and non-members. SCBWI is dedicated to serving the people who write, illustrate, or share an interest in children’s books.
www.scbwi.org
Provides online information for members and non-members. SCBWI is dedicated to serving the people who write, illustrate, or share an interest in children’s books.
www.scbwi.org
South Carolina Press Association
Columbia, South Carolina-based association that promotes the welfare of the newspaper profession, elevates its standards, enlarges its usefullness, and fosters friendly relationships among its members.
www.scpress.org
Columbia, South Carolina-based association that promotes the welfare of the newspaper profession, elevates its standards, enlarges its usefullness, and fosters friendly relationships among its members.
www.scpress.org
South Dakota Newspaper Association (SDNA)
Brookings-based non-profit organization that represents 141 daily and weekly newspapers across South Dakota. SDNA operates South Dakota Newspaper Services, a for-profit corporation that sells advertising for newspapers, offers a weekly press rel...
www.sdna.com
Brookings-based non-profit organization that represents 141 daily and weekly newspapers across South Dakota. SDNA operates South Dakota Newspaper Services, a for-profit corporation that sells advertising for newspapers, offers a weekly press rel...
www.sdna.com
Society of Environmental Journalists (SEJ)
The Society of Environmental Journalists is the only U.S.- based membership organization of working journalists dedicated to improvements in environmental reporting.
www.sej.org
The Society of Environmental Journalists is the only U.S.- based membership organization of working journalists dedicated to improvements in environmental reporting.
www.sej.org
Southern Newspaper Publishers Association
Atlanta, Georgia-based association that promotes the business interests, harmony and prosperity of its members. Members include more than 420 daily newspapers, primarily in the South and Southeast.
www.snpa.org
Atlanta, Georgia-based association that promotes the business interests, harmony and prosperity of its members. Members include more than 420 daily newspapers, primarily in the South and Southeast.
www.snpa.org
Small Publishers Authors and Writers Network (SPAWN)
Provides information and contacts for everyone involved in publishing. The SPAWN site offers contact names and articles on writing and publishing. The site also offers links to other sites of interest to writers, artists, and small publishers.
www.spawn.org
Provides information and contacts for everyone involved in publishing. The SPAWN site offers contact names and articles on writing and publishing. The site also offers links to other sites of interest to writers, artists, and small publishers.
www.spawn.org
International Association of Scientific, Technical and Medical Publishers (STM)
Organization for large and small companies, not-for-profits and learned societies, traditional publishers and new players.
www.stm-assoc.org
Organization for large and small companies, not-for-profits and learned societies, traditional publishers and new players.
www.stm-assoc.org
Association of Subscription Agents (ASA)
Group that seeks to achieve the highest standards of service for both customers and publishers and to improve relationships and terms with publishers.
www.subscription-agents.org
Group that seeks to achieve the highest standards of service for both customers and publishers and to improve relationships and terms with publishers.
www.subscription-agents.org
Suburban Newspapers of America (SNA)
Chicago, Illinois-based non-profit, professional trade association whose members include approximately 2,000 suburban newspapers in North America. Member newspapers reach more than 17 million households throughout the US and Canada; in addition,...
www.suburban-news.org
Chicago, Illinois-based non-profit, professional trade association whose members include approximately 2,000 suburban newspapers in North America. Member newspapers reach more than 17 million households throughout the US and Canada; in addition,...
www.suburban-news.org
T
Editorial Freelancers' Association
A national, nonprofit, professional organization of self-employed workers (editors, writers, indexers, proofreaders, researchers, desktop publishers, translators, etc.) in the publishing and communications industries.
www.the-efa.org
A national, nonprofit, professional organization of self-employed workers (editors, writers, indexers, proofreaders, researchers, desktop publishers, translators, etc.) in the publishing and communications industries.
www.the-efa.org
U
National Press Photographers Association (NPPA)
North Carolina based organization dedicated to the advancement of photographic journalism. Members include: still and television photographers, editors, students and representatives of businesses that serve the photojournalism industry.
metalab.unc.edu
North Carolina based organization dedicated to the advancement of photographic journalism. Members include: still and television photographers, editors, students and representatives of businesses that serve the photojournalism industry.
metalab.unc.edu
V
Virginia Press Association
Ashland-based association that represents virtually every newspaper in Virginia, as well as more than 50 associate, affiliate and sustaining members.
www.vpa.net
Ashland-based association that represents virtually every newspaper in Virginia, as well as more than 50 associate, affiliate and sustaining members.
www.vpa.net
W
Writers' Guild of America, West (WGAw)
Resources and Information for Screenwriters. The WGA represents writers in the motion picture, broadcast, cable and new technologies industries. Guild members also write news, animation, non-fiction and documentary programming.
www.wga.org
Resources and Information for Screenwriters. The WGA represents writers in the motion picture, broadcast, cable and new technologies industries. Guild members also write news, animation, non-fiction and documentary programming.
www.wga.org
Wisconsin Newspaper Association (WNA)
Madison-based association that promotes the general interests and provides services for the newspapers in Wisconsin.
www.wnanews.com
Madison-based association that promotes the general interests and provides services for the newspapers in Wisconsin.
www.wnanews.com
Women's National Book Association (WNBA) - Washington Chapter
Networking resource for men and women.
www.wnba-books.org
Networking resource for men and women.
www.wnba-books.org
Washington Newspaper Publishers Association
Seattle-based trade association serving the community newspapers in Washington. The One-Order, One-Bill, One-Check advertising service was established to save advertising agencies and advertisers time, money and effort in placing advertising spa...
www.wnpa.com
Seattle-based trade association serving the community newspapers in Washington. The One-Order, One-Bill, One-Check advertising service was established to save advertising agencies and advertisers time, money and effort in placing advertising spa...
www.wnpa.com
Writers Union of Canada (TWUC)
National organization of professional writers of books for the general public.
www.writersunion.ca
National organization of professional writers of books for the general public.
www.writersunion.ca
60 Years Book Publishing
Professional Quality Only. No P.O.D No short-cuts. Full pro staff.
www.vantagepress.com
Professional Quality Only. No P.O.D No short-cuts. Full pro staff.
www.vantagepress.com
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Guide to Publishing Organizations
Stay abreast of the industry issues, news and trends by joining publishing organizations
By Tai G., Writer
Becoming a member of the right organization opens the door to a wealth of expertise. You will be exposed to many networking opportunities, information and resources. Additionally, publishing groups may also provide invaluable services that include new products, education opportunities and industry support. When looking for membership with a publishing organization, remember the following:
1. Most organizations charge fees for memberships, so make sure you’re getting your money’s worth before you pay.
2. Make sure the American publishers association you're interested in is credible. Check BBB or other industry accreditations.
3. Many organizations don’t stipulate membership for certification.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Pick an online publishers association with online resources and tools you can use
You can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of your business by picking an organization that offers online access to member tools and resources. Many organizations offer newsletters that contain up-to-date industry news on industry issues and trends. Additionally, you'll have access to a job center, industry publications and industry mentors.
I recommend: Publishing Central offers a generous listing of publishing organizations to choose from. The Educational Paperback Association provides a monthly theme list for their young adult fiction.
Become a member of an accredited independent publishers association
Although many organizations offer information, tools and resources to non-members, you can benefit substantially from becoming a member. Membership opens the door to additional service, product and representation. Register as a business rather than as just an individual, if possible, so your employees can benefit from the membership.
I recommend: The Small Publishers Association of North America includes lifestyle and business benefits. The Magazine Publishers of America offers members-only access to their website, discounted rates to seminars, and member networking.
Choose publishing associations that offer a full schedule of events and conferences
Events and conferences are a boon to any business. They give you an opportunity to network and share issues with industry peers. More importantly, they give your company exposure within the industry, and provide you an opportunity to further your relationships with other businesses. Try and pick organizations with nationally-recognized events.
I recommend: Association of American Publishers provides a calendar of conferences. The Children's Book Council offers a wide range of resources including a calendar of workshops, conferences, and awards.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- • If you're considering a publishing association for its online resources, look for one with a current forum where you can discuss issues with industry experts in real time.
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