IOBA Works for Booksellers

The Independent Online Booksellers Association  is an international trade organization for internet booksellers. We offer opportunities for continuing education, and provide a forum to network with colleagues and discuss issues that affect us all, worldwide.  When you join IOBA, you are strengthening the ranks of a trade association that preserves traditional bookselling standards and traditions while embracing new technologies.

IOBA Works for Bookbuyers

When you order a book from an IOBA member, you may be assured of a professional transaction. All members strive to ensure your satisfaction through adherence to our Code of Ethics, and by following the practices of our Bookbuyer’s Bill of Rights.

IOBA Standard

The IOBA Standard is the journal of the Independent Online Booksellers Association and covers the book world, with a special focus on the online used, out-of-print, and collectible bookselling markets. It is published quarterly in June, September, December, and March. Current Issue  RSS

What’s New

IOBA member Amy Candiotti is the co-owner of Pistil Books, a Seattle landmark turned online retailer.  Amy recently attended the Rare Book School at the University of Virginia on an IOBA scholarship. Read Gabe Konrád’s interview with her about the experience here.

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