Essential Links for Authors and Publishers

Literary Market Place (LMP) has been the go-to directory for American and Canadian book publishing for more than 50 years. It is the trusted resource for publishing professionals, authors, industry analysts, and newcomers looking for publishing industry data and contacts.

This platform is the industry’s largest web-based bibliographic resource, widely used by publishing professionals for comprehensive book data and listings.

A free resource offering valuable information on book marketing, selling, publishing, self-publishing, free publicity, e-publishing, selling e-books, print-on-demand (POD) publishing, writing, internet marketing, online book publishing, website promotions, novel writing, and book promotion.

The IBPA, also known as the PMA, is a trade association dedicated to advancing the professional interests of independent publishers. The PMA provides cooperative marketing programs, educational opportunities, and advocacy services within the publishing industry.

The SPAWN offers guidance on writing and publishing, including links to research sources, publishers, printers, and media outlets.

The APSS is committed to improving the reputation and profitability of independent publishers and authors through education and marketing opportunities.

Adobe is best known for its cross-platform PDF format and the free Acrobat® Reader. It also develops leading desktop publishing software, including:

• Adobe InDesign®: Professional page layout design with advanced graphics and typography features.
• Adobe Illustrator®: Creation of vector graphics and color artwork.
• Adobe Photoshop®: Digital image editing, color correction, and enhancement tools.

Quark is the developer of QuarkXPress®—a professional page layout software widely used to design complex documents with integrated graphics and typography.

Microsoft offers two desktop publishing tools commonly used by self-publishers:

• Word: Best-selling word processing software used globally by tens of thousands of authors to draft book manuscripts.
• Publisher: An affordable and user-friendly page layout program ideal for brochures, cards, catalogs, and other works requiring precise placement of text and images.

The Organized Writer website provides practical tools and resources designed to support the business side of writing, helping authors manage the editing, writing, and publishing process efficiently.

This curated list of resources connects authors and publishers with the essential information, tools, and organizations needed for successful book production, marketing, and rights management.