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Celebrating 50 Years of Industry Leadership
Celebrating 50 Years of Industry Leadership

BISG marks its 50th anniversary in 2026 with a Book Publishing Next forum and celebration on September 16, 2026 at New York Historical, plus nationwide meet-ups and new initiatives shaping publishing’s future. Continue Reading

Postedby Liz Bartek
Date posted01/13/2026


A Year of Practical Progress, Collaboration, and Connection
A Year of Practical Progress, Collaboration, and Connection

BISG’s 2025 Year in Review highlights a year focused on turning collaboration into action—advancing publishing standards, modernizing supply-chain communication, and strengthening community and global engagement across the industry. Continue Reading

Postedby Liz Bartek
Date posted12/30/2025


BISG Welcomes Sheridan as Its Newest Member
BISG Welcomes Sheridan as Its Newest Member

BISG is pleased to welcome Sheridan, a leading provider of printing, publishing services, and workflow solutions for the scholarly, trade, association, and educational publishing markets, as a new member. Continue Reading

Postedby Liz Bartek
Date posted12/9/2025


BISG Updates BISAC Tiers, Pricing
BISG Updates BISAC Tiers, Pricing

BISG updates BISAC tiers to better align with membership, introducing new prices across all tiers. Continue Reading

Postedby Brian F. O'Leary
Date posted12/1/2025


Cargo Market Shifts: Tariff and EUDR Updates for Book Publishers
Cargo Market Shifts: Tariff and EUDR Updates for Book Publishers

Woodland USA's president Jack Stevens provides an overview of the current state of freight across multiple channels. The evolving nature of EUDR is also addressed. Continue Reading

Postedby Jack Stevens
Date posted11/26/2025


A BISG Thanksgiving Message
A BISG Thanksgiving Message

This Thanksgiving, BISG reflects with deep gratitude on the members, committee leaders, industry partners, and participants whose dedication strengthens our shared work and propels us into our 50th anniversary year. Continue Reading

Postedby Liz Bartek
Date posted11/24/2025


BISG Announces New Membership Options for Agents and Students, Alongside Updated Dues Structure
BISG Announces New Membership Options for Agents and Students, Alongside Updated Dues Structure

BISG’s 2026 membership updates introduce new tiers for agents and students, reduced rates for individual proprietors, and a modest dues adjustment for organizations. These changes expand access, support industry inclusion, and strengthen BISG’s ability to serve the publishing community. Continue Reading

Postedby Liz Bartek
Date posted11/18/2025


Brian O’Leary Honored by the Book Manufacturers’ Institute for Industry Leadership
Brian O’Leary Honored by the Book Manufacturers’ Institute for Industry Leadership

BISG's Executive Director, Brian O'Leary, was honored by the Book Manufacturers’ Institute (BMI) with induction into its Cased-In Club, recognizing his decades of leadership and collaboration across the publishing supply chain. Continue Reading

Postedby Liz Bartek
Date posted11/6/2025


BISG Launches “Season of Giving: Give the Gift of Reading” Challenge
BISG Launches “Season of Giving: Give the Gift of Reading” Challenge

BISG invites the publishing community to support We Are Stronger Than Censorship by funding the purchase and donation of banned and challenged books. Continue Reading

Postedby Liz Bartek
Date posted10/31/2025


BISG Calls for Board of Directors Nominations
BISG Calls for Board of Directors Nominations

Members of the Book Industry Study Group are invited to apply for a seat on its Board of Directors by December 12. Continue Reading

Postedby Brian F. O'Leary
Date posted10/26/2025


BISG Meets World (Publishing)
BISG Meets World (Publishing)

Attending this year's book fair in Frankfurt, the BISG team tackled sustainability, international supply chain trends, ONIX, Thema, and more. Comfortable walking shoes required. Continue Reading

Postedby Brian F. O'Leary
Date posted10/21/2025


BISG at the 77th Annual Frankfurter Buchmesse
BISG at the 77th Annual Frankfurter Buchmesse

Here at BISG, we’re gearing up for the 77th Frankfurter Buchmesse — and we can’t wait to see you! In addition to hosting and participating in several important events (details below), the BISG team will be available throughout the week, in Hall 6.1, Workstation D5, to connect... Continue Reading

Postedby Liz Bartek
Date posted09/15/2025