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Independent Online Booksellers Association (IOBA)
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The official account of the Independent Online Booksellers Association (IOBA).

Visit IOBA.org to learn more.
Recent changes to U.S. trade policies are affecting the book trade. The IOBA Board of Directors penned this letter reflecting our concerns. It was sent to U.S. Congress and Senate Committees.
September 19, 2025 at 8:43 PM
The IOBA would like to congratulate this year's Ruggles Prize winners: Laurane Reine-Adelaïde, Anushmita Mohanty, and Kaveh Bahar!

The IOBA is a sponsor of the Ruggles Prize. You can learn more about the prize here: rugglesprize.org
David Ruggles Prize
rugglesprize.org
September 18, 2025 at 2:16 PM
We're proud to announce that Kristina Intinarelli has received our scholarship to this year’s CABS seminar. She is an owner of @eveninglandbooks.com. She has a master's degree in library information sciences. At CABS, she hopes to learn more about cataloging and pricing ephemera.
July 10, 2025 at 1:20 PM
We're proud to announce that Ben Pagel has received our scholarship to this year’s CABS seminar! Ben has been selling books since 2012, when he started to fund his wife’s engagement ring. At CABS, he’s especially looking forward to “Fakes, Forgeries, Theft and Fraud.”
July 9, 2025 at 2:54 PM
The IOBA is proud to sponsor the Capitol Rare Book Fair in Washington DC, this May 2nd - 4th. This fair is a dynamic event that includes live music and guest speakers alongside exhibitors. For more info, visit finefairs.com/capital-rare...

Good luck to our IOBA members who will be in attendance!
Fine Book Fairs
FINE BOOK FAIRS
finefairs.com
May 1, 2025 at 2:46 PM
The IOBA is sponsoring the Tennessee Book & Ephemera Fair in Franklin, TN, this July 25th-27th! Learn more here: tennesseebookfair.com

For IOBA members: the first five IOBA booksellers to sign up for the fair will receive discounted booth fees. Only two discounts remaining! Hope to see you there!
Tennessee Book and Ephemera Fair
A Premier Event for Bibliophiles, Collectors and History Enthusiasts. Explore Rare Books, Maps, Prints and More
tennesseebookfair.com
April 24, 2025 at 1:50 PM
We're building a list of IOBA members on Bluesky. Are you a current member of the IOBA? Let us know so we can find your Bluesky account and add it to the list!

bsky.app/profile/did:...
April 22, 2025 at 2:46 PM
For over 25 years, the IOBA–an international association–has promoted & enforced ethical standards & best practices in the book trade. Our sellers receive educational opportunities that reflect changes in the trade. We also ensure our members provide great customer service. Check us out at IOBA.org.
April 21, 2025 at 4:02 PM