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EUDR, Amazon, Christmas trading and the unique challenges of independents are some of the hot topics covered by our trade #publishing correspondent Will Atkinson in his December update.
Read more here👉 buff.ly/Dqg4rCt
#booksky
Read more here👉 buff.ly/Dqg4rCt
#booksky
December 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM
EUDR, Amazon, Christmas trading and the unique challenges of independents are some of the hot topics covered by our trade #publishing correspondent Will Atkinson in his December update.
Read more here👉 buff.ly/Dqg4rCt
#booksky
Read more here👉 buff.ly/Dqg4rCt
#booksky
Congrats to our member @renardpress.com on their 5th anniversary in #publishing!🥳
A former winner of the Young Independent Publisher Award, Will Dady looks back on the highs and lows of his small press, with some very interesting insights and lessons learned in this blog👉 buff.ly/1hiDgag
#booksky
A former winner of the Young Independent Publisher Award, Will Dady looks back on the highs and lows of his small press, with some very interesting insights and lessons learned in this blog👉 buff.ly/1hiDgag
#booksky
December 11, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Congrats to our member @renardpress.com on their 5th anniversary in #publishing!🥳
A former winner of the Young Independent Publisher Award, Will Dady looks back on the highs and lows of his small press, with some very interesting insights and lessons learned in this blog👉 buff.ly/1hiDgag
#booksky
A former winner of the Young Independent Publisher Award, Will Dady looks back on the highs and lows of his small press, with some very interesting insights and lessons learned in this blog👉 buff.ly/1hiDgag
#booksky
We’re thrilled to report that our Place for Publishing Excellence learning and development programme has been shortlisted for the Skills Development Award at the 2026 @taforum.bsky.social Awards!
We’ll find out if we’ve won on Thursday 26 February. Wish us luck!
We’ll find out if we’ve won on Thursday 26 February. Wish us luck!
December 11, 2025 at 3:51 PM
We’re thrilled to report that our Place for Publishing Excellence learning and development programme has been shortlisted for the Skills Development Award at the 2026 @taforum.bsky.social Awards!
We’ll find out if we’ve won on Thursday 26 February. Wish us luck!
We’ll find out if we’ve won on Thursday 26 February. Wish us luck!
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ICYMI: The impact of small creative businesses in the UK in international markets is outstripping the rest of the economy says a new report from Newcastle University, with publishing exports rising in particular 👇 #BookSky
Newcastle University research highlights how small UK publishing businesses are booming overseas
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December 10, 2025 at 6:28 PM
ICYMI: The impact of small creative businesses in the UK in international markets is outstripping the rest of the economy says a new report from Newcastle University, with publishing exports rising in particular 👇 #BookSky
Are you looking for work in #publishing?
Then do explore our popular jobs board, one of the industry's go-to destinations for publishing vacancies 👉 bit.ly/2Zt85SE
You’ll find some great opportunities in a variety of roles, sectors and locations. See thread below for current vacancies #booksky 👇
Then do explore our popular jobs board, one of the industry's go-to destinations for publishing vacancies 👉 bit.ly/2Zt85SE
You’ll find some great opportunities in a variety of roles, sectors and locations. See thread below for current vacancies #booksky 👇
December 11, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Are you looking for work in #publishing?
Then do explore our popular jobs board, one of the industry's go-to destinations for publishing vacancies 👉 bit.ly/2Zt85SE
You’ll find some great opportunities in a variety of roles, sectors and locations. See thread below for current vacancies #booksky 👇
Then do explore our popular jobs board, one of the industry's go-to destinations for publishing vacancies 👉 bit.ly/2Zt85SE
You’ll find some great opportunities in a variety of roles, sectors and locations. See thread below for current vacancies #booksky 👇
What's it like to run a small children's publisher?
Sam Hutchinson from @bsmallpublishing.bsky.social tells us about the ups and downs of steering the business, with excellent lessons about leadership and resilience in our People in Independent Publishing newsletter. Read here👉 buff.ly/NN59Whc
Sam Hutchinson from @bsmallpublishing.bsky.social tells us about the ups and downs of steering the business, with excellent lessons about leadership and resilience in our People in Independent Publishing newsletter. Read here👉 buff.ly/NN59Whc
December 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
What's it like to run a small children's publisher?
Sam Hutchinson from @bsmallpublishing.bsky.social tells us about the ups and downs of steering the business, with excellent lessons about leadership and resilience in our People in Independent Publishing newsletter. Read here👉 buff.ly/NN59Whc
Sam Hutchinson from @bsmallpublishing.bsky.social tells us about the ups and downs of steering the business, with excellent lessons about leadership and resilience in our People in Independent Publishing newsletter. Read here👉 buff.ly/NN59Whc
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News! We are launching a 404 Ink Bursary to pay it forward to small presses. We will also run a crowdfunder to give away more.
We are ALSO releasing one last book. Royalties from this are pledged to match-fund more small press support.
You can pre-order now: www.404ink.com/store/p/inkl...
We are ALSO releasing one last book. Royalties from this are pledged to match-fund more small press support.
You can pre-order now: www.404ink.com/store/p/inkl...
ANNOUNCING: PUBLISHER NOT FOUND - our final book and the 404 Ink Bursary, coming 2026.
We will be launching the bursary with an initial £3,000 pledged from us towards small press projects. We are also publishing PUBLISHER NOT FOUND, a behind the scenes look at 404.
www.404ink.com/blog/publish...
We will be launching the bursary with an initial £3,000 pledged from us towards small press projects. We are also publishing PUBLISHER NOT FOUND, a behind the scenes look at 404.
www.404ink.com/blog/publish...
404 Ink co-founders launch new book and industry fundraiser for small presses — 404 Ink
404 Ink to publish one final book as part of small press fundraiser, launching in 2026.
www.404ink.com
November 20, 2025 at 11:56 AM
News! We are launching a 404 Ink Bursary to pay it forward to small presses. We will also run a crowdfunder to give away more.
We are ALSO releasing one last book. Royalties from this are pledged to match-fund more small press support.
You can pre-order now: www.404ink.com/store/p/inkl...
We are ALSO releasing one last book. Royalties from this are pledged to match-fund more small press support.
You can pre-order now: www.404ink.com/store/p/inkl...
How do you turn AI from a threat into a strategic advantage?
Find out in our ‘Master AI for Publishing’ online course with @georgewalkley.com on 21 January. This award-winning day of training has already helped hundreds of publishing professionals worldwide!
To find out more visit buff.ly/E5vxxwO
Find out in our ‘Master AI for Publishing’ online course with @georgewalkley.com on 21 January. This award-winning day of training has already helped hundreds of publishing professionals worldwide!
To find out more visit buff.ly/E5vxxwO
December 8, 2025 at 3:00 PM
How do you turn AI from a threat into a strategic advantage?
Find out in our ‘Master AI for Publishing’ online course with @georgewalkley.com on 21 January. This award-winning day of training has already helped hundreds of publishing professionals worldwide!
To find out more visit buff.ly/E5vxxwO
Find out in our ‘Master AI for Publishing’ online course with @georgewalkley.com on 21 January. This award-winning day of training has already helped hundreds of publishing professionals worldwide!
To find out more visit buff.ly/E5vxxwO
Our condolences to Porter's family, friends and all at @pubperspectives.bsky.social
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Porter Anderson, Editor-in-Chief of Publishing Perspectives, Dies - Publishing Perspectives
International journalist, moderator, and Editor-in-Chief of Publishing Perspectives, Porter Anderson has died.
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December 4, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Our condolences to Porter's family, friends and all at @pubperspectives.bsky.social
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Are you looking for work in #publishing?
Then do explore our popular jobs board, one of the industry's go-to destinations for publishing vacancies 👉 bit.ly/2Zt85SE
You’ll find some great opportunities in a variety of roles, sectors and locations. See thread below for current vacancies #booksky 👇
Then do explore our popular jobs board, one of the industry's go-to destinations for publishing vacancies 👉 bit.ly/2Zt85SE
You’ll find some great opportunities in a variety of roles, sectors and locations. See thread below for current vacancies #booksky 👇
December 3, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Are you looking for work in #publishing?
Then do explore our popular jobs board, one of the industry's go-to destinations for publishing vacancies 👉 bit.ly/2Zt85SE
You’ll find some great opportunities in a variety of roles, sectors and locations. See thread below for current vacancies #booksky 👇
Then do explore our popular jobs board, one of the industry's go-to destinations for publishing vacancies 👉 bit.ly/2Zt85SE
You’ll find some great opportunities in a variety of roles, sectors and locations. See thread below for current vacancies #booksky 👇
There's been some confusion about the future of the European Union Deforestation Regulation. Graham Bell of EDItEUR makes sense of all the proposals, amendments and delays in this excellent blog for IPG members www.independentpublishersguild.com/IPG/Latest/B...
What next for the EUDR?
www.independentpublishersguild.com
December 1, 2025 at 4:41 PM
There's been some confusion about the future of the European Union Deforestation Regulation. Graham Bell of EDItEUR makes sense of all the proposals, amendments and delays in this excellent blog for IPG members www.independentpublishersguild.com/IPG/Latest/B...
Look closely and you'll see lots of IPG lanyards on delegates at the #FutureBook Conference today! 😎
How can we create book campaigns which cut through the noise and make a meaningful impact? 📱💡
A panel of top marketers and influencers at #FutureBook to offer advice for creating targeted, time-efficient strategies to drive digital campaigns that both connect with audiences and generate real sales.
A panel of top marketers and influencers at #FutureBook to offer advice for creating targeted, time-efficient strategies to drive digital campaigns that both connect with audiences and generate real sales.
December 1, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Look closely and you'll see lots of IPG lanyards on delegates at the #FutureBook Conference today! 😎
Well worth following #FutureBook today for all the goings-on at the Bookseller's Conference
We are now opening the doors to #FutureBook Conference 📣
Leaders of the book trade are gathering to dig deep, collaborate and shape the future of publishing 💡
Leaders of the book trade are gathering to dig deep, collaborate and shape the future of publishing 💡
December 1, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Well worth following #FutureBook today for all the goings-on at the Bookseller's Conference
From marketing assistant to commissioning editor to winner of our Young Independent Publisher Award, Helena Heald from @edinburghup.bsky.social discusses her path into
#publishing in our People in Independent Publishing newsletter.
Read more here buff.ly/Wf2192Z
#booksky
#publishing in our People in Independent Publishing newsletter.
Read more here buff.ly/Wf2192Z
#booksky
December 1, 2025 at 9:01 AM
From marketing assistant to commissioning editor to winner of our Young Independent Publisher Award, Helena Heald from @edinburghup.bsky.social discusses her path into
#publishing in our People in Independent Publishing newsletter.
Read more here buff.ly/Wf2192Z
#booksky
#publishing in our People in Independent Publishing newsletter.
Read more here buff.ly/Wf2192Z
#booksky
Happy Family Business Week to the many family-owned publishers within the IPG's community! #familybusinessweek familybusinessuk.org/campaigns-an...
November 28, 2025 at 9:49 AM
Happy Family Business Week to the many family-owned publishers within the IPG's community! #familybusinessweek familybusinessuk.org/campaigns-an...
To coincide with BBC Scam Safe week, we've provided some new resources on cyber security practices on the IPG Skills Hub.
Good Cyber Practices provides a clear guide to preventing attacks and responding to them if the worst happens. Click here to access👉 buff.ly/74diieL
#publishing #booksky
Good Cyber Practices provides a clear guide to preventing attacks and responding to them if the worst happens. Click here to access👉 buff.ly/74diieL
#publishing #booksky
November 28, 2025 at 9:01 AM
To coincide with BBC Scam Safe week, we've provided some new resources on cyber security practices on the IPG Skills Hub.
Good Cyber Practices provides a clear guide to preventing attacks and responding to them if the worst happens. Click here to access👉 buff.ly/74diieL
#publishing #booksky
Good Cyber Practices provides a clear guide to preventing attacks and responding to them if the worst happens. Click here to access👉 buff.ly/74diieL
#publishing #booksky
Happy Thanksgiving to all of our US members, partners and publishing friends from team IPG!
November 27, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Happy Thanksgiving to all of our US members, partners and publishing friends from team IPG!
Our policy advisor @georgewalkley.com has filed his latest update and explains what the #Budget means for publishers and rounds up policy developments around EUDR, AI and reading.
Read more here👉 buff.ly/IUcP8Ja
#publishing #booksky
Read more here👉 buff.ly/IUcP8Ja
#publishing #booksky
November 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Our policy advisor @georgewalkley.com has filed his latest update and explains what the #Budget means for publishers and rounds up policy developments around EUDR, AI and reading.
Read more here👉 buff.ly/IUcP8Ja
#publishing #booksky
Read more here👉 buff.ly/IUcP8Ja
#publishing #booksky
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has revealed her second Budget a day after the details were controversially leaked, with a pledge of £5m for books in secondary schools and a 4% rise to minimum wage 👇 #BookSky
Budget 2025: £5m for books for schools, minimum-wage rise and reduced business rates for smaller shops
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November 27, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Ever wondered what it’s like to launch and lead an award-winning independent publisher?
Roll & Play Press co-founder Kay Lubwika Bartlett shares her story, as well as tips for others hoping to start their own business in our People in Independent Publishing newsletter. Read here👉 buff.ly/Wf2192Z
Roll & Play Press co-founder Kay Lubwika Bartlett shares her story, as well as tips for others hoping to start their own business in our People in Independent Publishing newsletter. Read here👉 buff.ly/Wf2192Z
November 27, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Ever wondered what it’s like to launch and lead an award-winning independent publisher?
Roll & Play Press co-founder Kay Lubwika Bartlett shares her story, as well as tips for others hoping to start their own business in our People in Independent Publishing newsletter. Read here👉 buff.ly/Wf2192Z
Roll & Play Press co-founder Kay Lubwika Bartlett shares her story, as well as tips for others hoping to start their own business in our People in Independent Publishing newsletter. Read here👉 buff.ly/Wf2192Z
Do you have any questions about finance in #publishing that you’ve been too afraid to ask?
You’ll be able to receive answers and pick up advice at the first online IPG Finance Forum at 10am on Monday 8 December.
Click here to register your place👉 buff.ly/KfXxAXE
#booksky
You’ll be able to receive answers and pick up advice at the first online IPG Finance Forum at 10am on Monday 8 December.
Click here to register your place👉 buff.ly/KfXxAXE
#booksky
November 26, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Do you have any questions about finance in #publishing that you’ve been too afraid to ask?
You’ll be able to receive answers and pick up advice at the first online IPG Finance Forum at 10am on Monday 8 December.
Click here to register your place👉 buff.ly/KfXxAXE
#booksky
You’ll be able to receive answers and pick up advice at the first online IPG Finance Forum at 10am on Monday 8 December.
Click here to register your place👉 buff.ly/KfXxAXE
#booksky
Do you know a publisher who could benefit from IPG membership?
Refer a new member and you’ll BOTH receive £50 off IPG online training!
It’s quick and easy to take part, click here for more details👉 buff.ly/kdVsa3O
Independent #publishing is stronger when we work together.
#booksky
Refer a new member and you’ll BOTH receive £50 off IPG online training!
It’s quick and easy to take part, click here for more details👉 buff.ly/kdVsa3O
Independent #publishing is stronger when we work together.
#booksky
November 25, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Do you know a publisher who could benefit from IPG membership?
Refer a new member and you’ll BOTH receive £50 off IPG online training!
It’s quick and easy to take part, click here for more details👉 buff.ly/kdVsa3O
Independent #publishing is stronger when we work together.
#booksky
Refer a new member and you’ll BOTH receive £50 off IPG online training!
It’s quick and easy to take part, click here for more details👉 buff.ly/kdVsa3O
Independent #publishing is stronger when we work together.
#booksky
Are you interested in understanding the issues around #AI and ensuring your Intellectual Property is properly protected?
If so, then there’s still time to secure a place at our half-day online training session on #publishing, copyright and AI this Wednesday 26 November. More info👉 buff.ly/5tWUd0F
If so, then there’s still time to secure a place at our half-day online training session on #publishing, copyright and AI this Wednesday 26 November. More info👉 buff.ly/5tWUd0F
November 24, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Are you interested in understanding the issues around #AI and ensuring your Intellectual Property is properly protected?
If so, then there’s still time to secure a place at our half-day online training session on #publishing, copyright and AI this Wednesday 26 November. More info👉 buff.ly/5tWUd0F
If so, then there’s still time to secure a place at our half-day online training session on #publishing, copyright and AI this Wednesday 26 November. More info👉 buff.ly/5tWUd0F
Are you looking for work in #publishing?
Then do explore our popular jobs board, one of the industry's go-to destinations for publishing vacancies 👉 bit.ly/2Zt85SE
You’ll find some great opportunities in a variety of roles, sectors and locations. See thread below for current vacancies #booksky 👇
Then do explore our popular jobs board, one of the industry's go-to destinations for publishing vacancies 👉 bit.ly/2Zt85SE
You’ll find some great opportunities in a variety of roles, sectors and locations. See thread below for current vacancies #booksky 👇
November 24, 2025 at 8:36 AM
Are you looking for work in #publishing?
Then do explore our popular jobs board, one of the industry's go-to destinations for publishing vacancies 👉 bit.ly/2Zt85SE
You’ll find some great opportunities in a variety of roles, sectors and locations. See thread below for current vacancies #booksky 👇
Then do explore our popular jobs board, one of the industry's go-to destinations for publishing vacancies 👉 bit.ly/2Zt85SE
You’ll find some great opportunities in a variety of roles, sectors and locations. See thread below for current vacancies #booksky 👇
Ever wondered what it’s like to #WorkInPublishing?
Our People in Independent Publishing newsletter takes you inside the working lives of some of the brilliant people within the IPG membership including @bsmallpublishing.bsky.social,
@edinburghup.bsky.social & Roll & Play Press👉 buff.ly/Wf2192Z
Our People in Independent Publishing newsletter takes you inside the working lives of some of the brilliant people within the IPG membership including @bsmallpublishing.bsky.social,
@edinburghup.bsky.social & Roll & Play Press👉 buff.ly/Wf2192Z
November 20, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Ever wondered what it’s like to #WorkInPublishing?
Our People in Independent Publishing newsletter takes you inside the working lives of some of the brilliant people within the IPG membership including @bsmallpublishing.bsky.social,
@edinburghup.bsky.social & Roll & Play Press👉 buff.ly/Wf2192Z
Our People in Independent Publishing newsletter takes you inside the working lives of some of the brilliant people within the IPG membership including @bsmallpublishing.bsky.social,
@edinburghup.bsky.social & Roll & Play Press👉 buff.ly/Wf2192Z