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Resources — National Associations

American Book Producers Association
This is a trade association for independent book producers in the United States and Canada.

American Booksellers Association
The not-for-profit trade association representing independent bookstores nationwide.

American Library Association
This is the oldest and largest library association in the world, with more than 64,000 members.

American Society of Journalists & Authors
ASJA, one of the nation's leading organization of independent nonfiction writers helps professional freelance writers advance their writing careers.

Association of American Publishers
The AAP, representing publishers of all sizes and types located throughout the United States, is the principal trade association of the book publishing industry.

Association of American University Presses
The AAUP is an organization of non-profit scholarly publishers dedicated to the support of creative and effectively scholarly communications.

Association of Jewish Book Publishers
The AJPB is a non-profit organization that promotes the sale and use of Jewish books through educational programs and activities such as exhibits, discussions, cooperative promotion and the interchange of information among members.
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Association of Learned and Professional Society Publishers
ALPSP is the international trade association for not-for-profit publishers and those who work with them.

Audio Publishers Association
APA is a not-for-profit trade organization dedicated to creating a public awareness of the audio publishing industry as well as providing industry professionals with educational opportunities to develop their businesses.

Authors Guild
The Authors Guild has been one of the nation's leading advocate for writers' interests in effective copyright protection, fair contracts and free expression since it was founded as the Authors League of America in 1912. It provides legal assistance and a broad range of web services to its members.

Book Industry Study Group
BISG is a leading trade association focusing on policy, standards, and research issues as they relate to the book publishing community. (BISG administers BISAC categories.)

Catholic Book Publishers Association
The Catholic Book Publishers Association facilitates the sharing of professional information, networking, cooperation, and friendship among those involved in Catholic Book Publishing in the United States and abroad.

Children's Book Council
The CBC is the nonprofit trade association of publishers and packagers of trade books and related materials for children and young adults.

Editorial Freelancers Association
The Editorial Freelancers Association is a national, not-for-profit, professional organization of self-employed workers in the publishing and communications industries.

Evangelical Christian Publishing Association
The Evangelical Christian Publishers Association is an international, not-for-profit, trade organization serving its industry by promoting excellence and professionalism, sharing relevant data, stimulating Christian fellowship, raising the effectiveness of member houses, and equipping them to meet the needs of the changing marketplace.

International Prepress Association
IPA is a forum for peer networking and a vital source of business, technical and management resources for graphic solutions providers.

Mystery Writers of America
This 501(c)(3) organization is the premier organization for mystery writers, professionals allied to the crime-writing field, aspiring crime writers, and those who are devoted to the genre.

National Association of Independent Publishers Representatives
NAIPR is the trade association of 350 commission sales reps and 500 publishers and other Associate Members.

National Writers Union
NWU is the trade union for freelance writers of all genres.

Romance Writers of America
Advances the professional interests of career-focused romance writers through networking and advocacy.

Small Press Center
The Small Press Center provides access to education and expertise in the field of independent publishing, encouraging excellence and free expression in publishing through workshops, lectures, book fairs, exhibits, and a reference collection. The Small Press Center is part of the General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen, a 501(c) (3) non-profit educational organization.

Small Publishers Association of North America – SPAN
SPAN is a nonprofit trade association dedicated to advancing the interests and expertise of independent publishers through educational opportunities and discounted services.

Society of American Travel Writers
SATW is a tax-exempt professional association whose purpose is to promote responsible journalism, provide professional support and development for our members, and encourage the conservation and preservation of travel resources worldwide.

Society of Children's Book Authors and Illustrators
SCBWI is the only international organization to offer a variety of services to people who write, illustrate, or share a vital interest in children’s literature.

Small Publishers, Artists & Writers Network – SPAWN
SPAWN encourages the exchange of ideas, information, and other mutual benefits.

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