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"We know today is a painful and divisive day for many, but election results are not the end; they‘re the beginning. What matters most is what we do next," said ABA CEO Allison Hill.

A letter from ABA Board President Tegan Tigani.

"As we head into this holiday season, may we remember all that we have in common. May we have the opportunity to share the books we love. And may your hearts and register tills be full," said ABA CEO Allison Hill.

Thank you to the regional associations for hosting such amazing gatherings! And thank you to everyone who stopped by the ABA table or education session!

Nominations are now open to fill three spots on ABA’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee (DEIC), which serves as a sounding board and advisory council on issues related to antiracism, equity, access, and representation facing the bookselling community and ABA.

A letter from ABA Board President Tegan Tigani.

Check out these five ways bookstores can prepare for the election!

We are now accepting nominations for six open spots on ABA’s Children’s Group Advisory Council, which serves as a sounding board and advisory council on issues facing the children’s bookselling community and ABA.

The American Booksellers Association (ABA) praised an order issued today by a federal judge that rejected a proposed class-action settlement over Visa and Mastercard credit card “swipe” fees.

Today, the American Booksellers Association (ABA) and League of Women Voters (LWV) announced a new partnership to educate and empower voters in 2024. The collaboration is part of ABA’s member and community campaign, “Get Out the VOTE,” which aims to equip independent bookstores to engage with voters. 

A letter from ABA Board President Tegan Tigani.