AtlasBooks Distribution Blog

The following is a list of  AtlasBooks Distribution FAQ’s:

First, you might be wondering what is AtlasBooks Distribution?  Well, AtlasBooks provides publishers full-service distribution to book wholesalers and retailers to facilitate the sale of the publishers product.  This service is established as an addendum to BookMasters’ (BMI)  fullfillment agreement.  

What discount will my customers receive? 

• Wholesalers will receive a minimum of a 50% discount, while retailers receive a minimum of a 40% discount unless otherwise negotiated

What if my book is made out of print? 

• The publisher is responsible for giving BMI a nine-month written notice for out-of print products.  BMI will continue to accept returns from customers on discontinued titles for nine months after receipt of this notice  

Can I view my AtlasBooks Distribution sales regularly?

• Not a problem! Your sales figures will be easily accessible daily on the Internet. You will receive an AtlasBooks sales report and payment schedule monthly, along with your standard month-end reports and publisher statement

Can I withdraw from this service at a later date? 

• Your AtlasBooks agreement will continue until terminated, in writing.  Upon termination, BMI must continue to accept returns from customers for nine months.  Final closeout payment of balance due and disposition of publisher’s remaining stock on hand will be completed within 10 months of the termination date

How do wholesalers supply the bookstores? 

• Most independent and many chain bookstores order their books directly from wholesalers, such as Ingram Book Company and Baker & Taylor.  It is the publisher’s responsibility to notify AtlasBooks of any upcoming consumer marketing programs.  AtlasBooks will then forward your marketing plan to the appropriate wholesaler (s) and retailer (s) to encourage them to stock additional copies of your book.  It is imperative that all marketing efforts are forwarded to AtlasBooks so we can do our best to inform the wholesalers and retailers of the title’s sales potential

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