Things to do / Things not to miss

1. Sign up for the NVNR Orientation

A must if you are attending NVNR 2025 in Atlanta. The orientation will cover key information about the program, the Atlanta location, and what booksellers can expect from the conference. There will also be a chance for booksellers to ask questions of the event organizers.

Bookseller Orientation: 7/16 at 11:00 AM ET
Exhibitor Orientation: 7/16 at 3:00 PM ET

2. Book your hotel room for NVNR 2025

The deadline to reserve your room at the conference rate is July 17. Already registration for the conference has surpassed 2024, and NVNR has had to increase its room block to accommodate the higher demand. So the earlier you book your rooms the better.

NVNR Hotel Reservation Link
Contact Linda-Marie at lindamarie@sibaweb.com if there are any issues

3. Go over your store emergency preparedness plan

As we come into hurricane and forest fire season, bookstores should revisit their plan for emergencies and crisis situations. Taking steps now can mean weathering a crisis more safely, and recovering more quickly.

• Cavalier House Books Emergency Prep Check List
• SIBA's Crisis Relief and Resources Hub
• SIBA's Store Emergency Contact Form

4. Send SIBA a Spark

"SIBA Spark" focuses on uplifting and inspiring news from members of the SIBA community fighting the good fight! SIBA will share bookstore projects and initiatives with the industry and readers. Tell us what your store is doing.