BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//New York Book Forum - ECPv6.15.15//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:New York Book Forum X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://newyorkbookforum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for New York Book Forum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T173000 DTSTAMP:20260430T130636 CREATED:20260205T200113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T185747Z UID:2123-1774256400-1774287000@newyorkbookforum.org SUMMARY:Publishing Bootcamp 103 DESCRIPTION:New York Book Forum is proud to host a One-Day Workshop: Boosting Book Sales in a Changing Marketplace \nJoin us for a dynamic\, hands-on workshop designed specifically for publishing professionals looking to sharpen their sales strategies and stay competitive in today’s evolving book market. From understanding shifting reader behaviors to mastering metadata\, crafting compelling pitches\, and integrating sales with marketing efforts\, this one-day intensive covers it all. Ideal for sales reps\, marketers\, and publishers alike\, you’ll leave with actionable tools\, fresh insights\, and a clear plan to elevate your book sales across channels. \nThis workshop is ideal for sales\, marketing\, and publishing professionals at any stage in their career. \nProgram Agenda: \nRegistration and Welcome Breakfast — 9:00 – 9:30 am \n\nIcebreaker: “Your favorite book and how would you sell it?”\nOverview of objectives for the day\n\nSession 1: Understanding Today’s Book Buyer — 9:30 – 10:30 am \n\nWho’s buying books in 2025? Trends & demographics\nConsumer behavior post-pandemic\nWhat drives purchases: price\, platform\, genre\, social proof\n\nMorning Break – 10:30 – 10:45 am \nSession 2: Sales Channels Deep Dive — 10:45 am – 12:30 pm \n\nRetail (independent bookstores\, chains\, online retail)\nDirect-to-consumer (DTC) sales strategies\nLibraries & educational markets\nInternational & rights sales\n\nNetworking Lunch – 12:45 – 1:45 pm \nSession 3: Pitching to Buyers — 2:00 – 3:15 pm \n\nHow to craft a compelling pitch for different types of buyers\nTailoring messaging for various audiences (booksellers vs libraries vs DTC customers)\nMock pitch breakout groups and peer feedback\n\nSession 4: Leveraging Metadata & Discoverability? — 3:30 – 4:30 pm \n\nWhy metadata matters\nTips for optimizing keywords\, BISAC codes\, and book descriptions\nCase study: The impact of metadata on sales\nQuick audit exercise: Fix the metadata on a sample book\n\nWrap-Up & Action Planning — 4:45 – 5:15 pm \n\nRecap key takeaways\nQ&A and feedback survey\nHappy Hour\n\n\nRSVPs are now closed URL:https://newyorkbookforum.org/event/publishing-bootcamp-103/ LOCATION:Macmillan Publishing\, 120 Broadway\, 25th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10271\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newyorkbookforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/special_event_banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="New York Book Forum":MAILTO:info@newyorkbookforum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T130636 CREATED:20251114T150302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T195854Z UID:2018-1776276000-1776279600@newyorkbookforum.org SUMMARY:Greener Pages: Alternate Materials and Measuring Emissions DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 15th at 6:00 PM for a virtual event exploring sustainability in print and publishing. At this session featuring Susan Lee\, Vice President of Environmental Health & Safety at Lakeside Book Company\, we will discuss how publishers can engage with vendors to minimize carbon footprints\, methods for measuring scope 3 emissions\, product emissions and life-cycle assessments\, and the use of alternative eco-friendly materials and design practices. \nJoin us to gain valuable insights and actionable ideas to help drive meaningful change in the industry. \nThis program will be moderated by Claudia Pilcher\, Sustainability Manager at Scholastic Inc. \n\nRSVPs are now closed. URL:https://newyorkbookforum.org/event/greener_pages/ LOCATION:Google Meet CATEGORIES:Virtual Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newyorkbookforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/virtual_program_banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="New York Book Forum":MAILTO:info@newyorkbookforum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T130636 CREATED:20260213T110135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T185819Z UID:2159-1777483800-1777492800@newyorkbookforum.org SUMMARY:Bingo Book Bash 2026 DESCRIPTION:Back for our THIRD YEAR!\nNew York Book Forum wants to acknowledge the ongoing support of its members by hosting this special Members-only social event! Light refreshments will be provided followed by a few rounds of Bingo with book prizes! \nAdmission is open to and free for active NYBF members\, but space is limited so you must RSVP to attend. If you are unsure of your membership status\, please email info@newyorkbookforum.org. \n\nRSVPs are now closed. We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow night! URL:https://newyorkbookforum.org/event/bingo-book-bash-2026/ LOCATION:Macmillan Publishing\, 120 Broadway\, 25th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10271\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newyorkbookforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/special_event_banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="New York Book Forum":MAILTO:info@newyorkbookforum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T130636 CREATED:20251114T150159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T145451Z UID:2016-1779298200-1779307200@newyorkbookforum.org SUMMARY:AI Has Entered the Chat: Artificial Intelligence in Publishing DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging and forward-looking conversation on the evolving role of artificial intelligence in the publishing industry\, featuring industry expert Keith Riegert. \nWe’re excited to discuss with Kieth how AI is reshaping the way content is created\, edited\, produced\, and distributed—from automated workflows\, optimization of marketing\, to data analytics and audience insights. We hope to uncover and share practical perspectives on how publishers can thoughtfully integrate AI into their processes while maintaining editorial integrity\, creativity\, and ethical standards. \nKeith Riegert is the President of The Stable Book Group\, which includes Ulysses Press\, She Writes Press\, VeloPress Books\, Trafalgar Square Books\, and Skybox Press\, as well as Stable Distribution (in partnership with Hachette Book Group). Keith is also CEO of Perfect Bound Technologies Corporation and a co-founder of the book publicity and digital marketing firm\, Pacific & Court. Keith is a member of the board of advisors at NYU’s School of Professional Studies in the Center for Publishing where he also teaches Analytics and Consumer Insights. Keith also serves on the board of the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA). \n\n\n\n \n \n In-Person Program RSVP and Payment\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n PhoneCompany/Organization/InstitutionNYBF Members Attending Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $25.00\n \n \n Quantity \n NYBF Non-Members Attending Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $50.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Students Attending Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $10.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n \n Other/Additional AttendeesIf you are purchasing multiple admissions and/or purchasing admission for someone other than yourself\, please supply attendee names and emails below.You will be brought to Stripe's website to complete your payment\, then brought back here. Note you may cancel your reservation and request a refund no later than 24 hours before the event. Email info@newyorkbookforum.org URL:https://newyorkbookforum.org/event/ai-has-entered-the-chat/ LOCATION:Macmillan Publishing\, 120 Broadway\, 25th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10271\, United States CATEGORIES:In-person Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newyorkbookforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/in_person_program_banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="New York Book Forum":MAILTO:info@newyorkbookforum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T130636 CREATED:20260311T181808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T131505Z UID:2194-1781719200-1781730000@newyorkbookforum.org SUMMARY:Sunset Social on the Hudson Fundraiser 2026 DESCRIPTION:Back for our THIRD year!\nPlease join us for a wonderful evening of food\, drinks\, and conversation while taking in the spectacular views of the Hudson River in support of the New York Book Forum\, Inc. \nProceeds from this event will ensure NYBF’s continued sponsorship of programs\, events\, and literacy advocacy. \nAdmission is $100 per person\, which includes two drink tickets for beer & wine and served hors d’oeuvres and appetizers. A cash bar will be available. \n\n\n \n \n Sunset Social RSVP and Payment\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n PhoneCompany/Organization/InstitutionAttendees Quantity(Required)\n \n \n Price:\n $100.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Total\n \n Other/Additional AttendeesIf you are purchasing multiple admissions and/or purchasing admission for others\, please supply attendee names and emails below.You will be brought to Stripe's website to complete your payment\, then brought back here. URL:https://newyorkbookforum.org/event/sunset-social-on-the-hudson-fundraiser-2026/ LOCATION:The Baylander\, West Harlem Piers\, New York\, NY\, 10027\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newyorkbookforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/special_event_banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="New York Book Forum":MAILTO:info@newyorkbookforum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T130636 CREATED:20251114T150415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T161905Z UID:2020-1792603800-1792612800@newyorkbookforum.org SUMMARY:Battle of the Specs: A Picture Book Publishing Panel DESCRIPTION:Program info TK! URL:https://newyorkbookforum.org/event/battle-of-the-specs/ LOCATION:Macmillan Publishing\, 120 Broadway\, 25th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10271\, United States CATEGORIES:In-person Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://newyorkbookforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/in_person_program_banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="New York Book Forum":MAILTO:info@newyorkbookforum.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR