These Presses Really Tie the Room Together
SIBA & GLIBA Present the Indie Press Social
Tuesday, May 21 | Louisville, Kentucky
Tuesday, May 21 | Louisville, Kentucky
Registration is limited to 25 booksellers. There is a $25 fee for attending.
REGISTRATION IS ALMOST FULL. TO GUARANTEE YOUR SPOT PLEASE REGISTER TODAY!
THIS A VERY SPECIAL EVENT. THANK YOU!
REGISTRATION IS ALMOST FULL. TO GUARANTEE YOUR SPOT PLEASE REGISTER TODAY!
THIS A VERY SPECIAL EVENT. THANK YOU!
We are thrilled to be partnering with our friends from SIBA for this amazing event showcasing some of the best indie presses in the country.
The day begins with an office tour of Sarabande Books, a nonprofit literary press founded in Louisville, Kentucky that champions poetry, fiction, and essays. The next stop is Carmichael's Bookstore's Frankfort Avenue location, where eight independent presses will present on their mission, and upcoming titles, followed by a lively Q & A from booksellers. The featured publishers are Beacon Press, Europa Editions, New Directions, Other Press, Sarabande Books, Soho Press, Two Dollar Radio and Verso Books. The day concludes at Vernon Lanes, for dinner and bowling!
"It means so much to us as independent publishers to have the time and opportunity to stand before independent booksellers and hear what is and is not working for them, to talk with them about the books we’re publishing, the authors we are excited about, and the reasons for which we do what we do. Independent booksellers are our first and our best friends in the business, yet there’s so much room for us to do more together and to grow together. The Indie Social, pioneered by SIBA and now, in a historic first, co-hosted by SIBA & GLIBA, is the perfect forum for those conversations to happen." - Michael Reynolds, Europa
“We are so excited to welcome GLIBA, SIBA, and our fellow indie presses to Louisville, home of Sarabande, Carmichael’s Bookstore, and the evergreen debate: So is this the North? Or the South? While you’ll get split answers even from the Sarabande team, there’s one thing we agree on: Louisville is the perfect literary gathering spot to welcome all of you, our vibrant and vital shepherds of books, from all over our surrounding Northern and Southern states this spring. We can’t wait to open our doors to you!” - Joanna Englert, Sarabande Books
The day begins with an office tour of Sarabande Books, a nonprofit literary press founded in Louisville, Kentucky that champions poetry, fiction, and essays. The next stop is Carmichael's Bookstore's Frankfort Avenue location, where eight independent presses will present on their mission, and upcoming titles, followed by a lively Q & A from booksellers. The featured publishers are Beacon Press, Europa Editions, New Directions, Other Press, Sarabande Books, Soho Press, Two Dollar Radio and Verso Books. The day concludes at Vernon Lanes, for dinner and bowling!
"It means so much to us as independent publishers to have the time and opportunity to stand before independent booksellers and hear what is and is not working for them, to talk with them about the books we’re publishing, the authors we are excited about, and the reasons for which we do what we do. Independent booksellers are our first and our best friends in the business, yet there’s so much room for us to do more together and to grow together. The Indie Social, pioneered by SIBA and now, in a historic first, co-hosted by SIBA & GLIBA, is the perfect forum for those conversations to happen." - Michael Reynolds, Europa
“We are so excited to welcome GLIBA, SIBA, and our fellow indie presses to Louisville, home of Sarabande, Carmichael’s Bookstore, and the evergreen debate: So is this the North? Or the South? While you’ll get split answers even from the Sarabande team, there’s one thing we agree on: Louisville is the perfect literary gathering spot to welcome all of you, our vibrant and vital shepherds of books, from all over our surrounding Northern and Southern states this spring. We can’t wait to open our doors to you!” - Joanna Englert, Sarabande Books
“SIBA is delighted to co-host our second Indie Press Social with GLIBA. Indie Press Socials create opportunities for publishers and booksellers to network and have important conversations in a more intimate, meaningful way. Ending the day with bowling and drinks at a vintage bowling alley, and perhaps a bit of friendly competition between teams of publishers and booksellers, will make this a day to remember and treasure. See you in Louisville!” - Linda-Marie Barrett, SIBA
"GLIBA is so excited to announce our partnership with SIBA and these eight distinguished independent presses for the much-anticipated Indie Press Social. We usually only get to see our fellow booksellers in the south during Winter Institute and so we are thrilled to have another opportunity at the incredible Carmichael’s. We are honored and thrilled by the invitation from SIBA. The convergence of indie bookselling and indie publishing is not only fun but crucial, making events like these invaluable for our organization. It is from events like these that the future of bookselling evolves. We can't wait." - Larry Law, GLIBA
Featuring
Beacon Press, Europa Editions, New Directions, Other Press, Sarabande Books, Soho Press, Two Dollar Radio & Verso Books
"GLIBA is so excited to announce our partnership with SIBA and these eight distinguished independent presses for the much-anticipated Indie Press Social. We usually only get to see our fellow booksellers in the south during Winter Institute and so we are thrilled to have another opportunity at the incredible Carmichael’s. We are honored and thrilled by the invitation from SIBA. The convergence of indie bookselling and indie publishing is not only fun but crucial, making events like these invaluable for our organization. It is from events like these that the future of bookselling evolves. We can't wait." - Larry Law, GLIBA
Featuring
Beacon Press, Europa Editions, New Directions, Other Press, Sarabande Books, Soho Press, Two Dollar Radio & Verso Books
The event programs includes:
- An office tour of Sarabande Books, a nonprofit literary press founded in Louisville, Kentucky that champions poetry, fiction, and essays
- A presentation at Carmichael's Bookstore's Frankfort Avenue location, where eight independent presses present on their mission, and upcoming titles
- A group discussion and Q & A from booksellers.
Schedule
2-3:30 pm ET - Sarabande Books Office Tour
735 Lampton St, Louisville, KY 40203
4-6 pm ET - Indie Press Presentation at Carmichael’s
2720 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206
7-9 pm ET - Dinner and Bowling at Vernon Lanes 1
575 Story Ave, Louisville, KY 40206
2-3:30 pm ET - Sarabande Books Office Tour
735 Lampton St, Louisville, KY 40203
4-6 pm ET - Indie Press Presentation at Carmichael’s
2720 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206
7-9 pm ET - Dinner and Bowling at Vernon Lanes 1
575 Story Ave, Louisville, KY 40206
Recommended Hotel Accommodations
Embassy Suites Downtown Louisville
501 S 4th St, Louisville, KY 40202
Guests can the link here to reserve a room or call (888) 728-3025 and reference group code “91M” to make reservations. Please be aware that reservations must be made before May 6th.
Embassy Suites Downtown Louisville
501 S 4th St, Louisville, KY 40202
Guests can the link here to reserve a room or call (888) 728-3025 and reference group code “91M” to make reservations. Please be aware that reservations must be made before May 6th.
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ABOUT THE PRESSES
Beacon Press Beacon Press® is an independent publisher of serious non-fiction. Our books often change the way readers think about fundamental issues; they promote such values as freedom of speech and thought; diversity, religious pluralism, and anti-racism; and respect for diversity in all areas of life. Europa Editions Based in New York, Europa Editions is an independent publisher of fiction, narrative non-fiction, and YA and middle-grade fiction. Featuring titles from all over the world, including beloved British, Irish, and American writers like Jane Gardam, Joseph O’Connor, and Alexander Maksik, the Europa list also boasts some of the most acclaimed and best-selling novels in translation ever published in the American market, Muriel Barbery’s The Elegance of the Hedgehog, Mieko Kawakami’s Breasts & Eggs, Elena Ferrante’s My Brilliant Friend, and Anne Berest’s The Postcard, to name a few. The New Press The New Press is an independent, not-for-profit publisher of books to build social change, by authors and activists in criminal justice reform, progressive education, labor and environmental movements, marginalized histories and more. We are proud to publish Michelle Alexander, James W. Loewen, Lisa Delpit, Ai-jen Poo, Arlie Russell Hochschild, Monique Couvson, Tressie McMillan Cottom, Paul Butler and many others. Other Press Other Press embodies the best aspects of a truly independent publishing house: we cross borders to publish exceptional fiction and nonfiction from countries around the world and from right here at home. We are the proud publisher of books that make readers see the world in new and exciting ways. Our diverse list of authors come from all over the world and our English-language translators are the best in the industry Sarabande Books Sarabande Books is a nonprofit independent literary press founded in Louisville, Kentucky. Established in 1994 to champion poetry, fiction, and essay, we are committed to creating lasting editions that honor exceptional writing. Sarabande Books prioritizes accessibility in its hiring practices and in its community and publication programming. Our headquarters is located on the second floor of a building without an elevator and is not wheelchair accessible. Sarabande Books is committed to providing accommodations to our office guests and employees and can provide alternative meeting locations that are accessible for our guests. If a guest needs a facility accommodation they should contact our office at 502.458.4028 or via email at [email protected]. Soho Press Soho Press is an independent book publisher based in Manhattan. Founded in 1986, Soho publishes 80-90 books a year across its Soho Press, Soho Crime and Soho Teen lists, and is known for introducing bold literary voices, award-winning international crime fiction, and groundbreaking young adult fiction. Two Dollar Radio Two Dollar Radio is a family-run book publisher based in central Ohio. Their titles have been honored by the National Book Foundation, finalists for The Story Prize, the Los Angeles Times Book Prize, and awards from PEN America. They are the proud recipient of the 2020 Voice of the Heartland Award from the Great Lakes Independent Booksellers Association and Midwest Independent Booksellers Association. Verso Books Verso Books is the largest independent, radical publishing house in the English-speaking world, publishing one hundred books a year. Carmichael’s Bookstore Carmichael’s, a family-owned bookstore in Louisville, has been in business for 45 years. Founded in 1978 by Carol Besse and Michael Boggs, it is now run by their daughter Miranda and niece Kelly. Originally located at 1582 Bardstown Road, the store moved to its present location at 1295 Bardstown Road in 1983. Over the years, it expanded to a second store in Crescent Hill in 1999 and opened Carmichael’s Kids in 2014. The bookstore is a neighborhood gathering place, committed to community engagement. As a member of the Louisville Independent Business Alliance, Carmichael’s promotes supporting locally-owned businesses and Keeping Louisville Weird. |
ABOUT CARMICHAEL'S BOOKSTORE
Carmichael’s Bookstore Carmichael’s, a family-owned bookstore in Louisville, has been in business for 45 years. Founded in 1978 by Carol Besse and Michael Boggs, it is now run by their daughter Miranda and niece Kelly. Originally located at 1582 Bardstown Road, the store moved to its present location at 1295 Bardstown Road in 1983. Over the years, it expanded to a second store in Crescent Hill in 1999 and opened Carmichael’s Kids in 2014. The bookstore is a neighborhood gathering place, committed to community engagement. As a member of the Louisville Independent Business Alliance, Carmichael’s promotes supporting locally-owned businesses and Keeping Louisville Weird. |