Sponsors

These organizations are special financial supporters of SPAN.
We greatly appreciate them and ask that you let them know your patronage is because of their SPAN sponsorship.

Debi Flora
719-632-8226

DebiFlora @ about-books.com

www.about-books.com
1618 W. Colorado Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO, 80904

Since 1977, About Books, Inc. has offered consulting to authors and publishers. ABI provides manuscript evaluation, editing, custom cover design, interior design, printing, and marketing.

Cathy Purdy
888-537-6727, ext. 1132, fax: 419-281-0200
International: 419-281-5100

cpurdy @ bookmasters.com
www.bookmasters.com
30 Amberwood Parkway
Ashland, OH 44805

BookMasters, Inc. is the only full-service manufacturer with complete ONE-STOP SHOPPING capabilities. Design/Composition/Editorial; Printing/Binding; Storage/Fulfillment; Web Sales through AtlasBooks.com; E-Publishing; Pre-Publishing Services.

Phil Knight;
800-454-1916;
fax:616-245-5494

Pknight @ colorhousegraphics.com;
www.colorhousegraphics.com
3505 Eastern Avenue, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

Complete book manufacturing including digital short run and offset printing. Binding includes perfect, lay-flat, saddle stitched, hard cover, double-wire, spiral and plastic coil. Competitive prices and flexible schedules.

Linda F. Radke
1-866-471-0777;  fax: (480) 940-8787
info @ fivestarpublications.com

www.FiveStarPublications.com
P.O. Box 6698, Chandler, AZ 85246

With more than 25 years of publishing and marketing experience under its belt, Five Star Publications, Inc., a multi award-winning company, offers a vast array of services to booksellers and distributors, new and accomplished authors, and readers. Keeping pace with the electronic revolution, Five Star offers eBook conversion and distribution, as well as an eBookstore. Authors can also choose from several tiers of partnership or self-publishing plans, depending on desired amenities and budget, and traditional publishing is done on a limited basis. Marketing, public relations and consulting are also available, as are writing contests that award cash, recognition and certificates.

ForeWord Magazine

Victoria Sutherland
231-933-3699; fax 231-933-3899
victoria @ forewordmagazine.com

www.forewordmagazine.com
129 ½ E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49684

Showcasing the best books from independent presses with award-winning editorial excellence. See a digital version and find out how to get involved by visiting www.forewordmagazine.com.

Judith Peter, President
Toll Free: 1-800-345-6665,
Fax: 603-357-2073
pbs @ pathwaybook.com

http://www.pathwaybook.com
PO Box 89, 4 White Brook Road., Gilsum, NH 03448

Pathway Book Service is the only flat fee, full-scale fulfillment company in the field. Courteous and knowledgeable customer service, immediate shipment, accurate sales analyses and inventory reports, plus complete accounts receivable management are all provided at a flat fee based on net sales – no hidden charges, no surprises!

Keith Korhely;
800-599-2902 ext.2254
fax: 440-774-2823

www.partnership.com
500 E. Lorain Street, Oberlin, OH 44074

PartnerShip negotiates substantial shipping discounts with leading carriers on your behalf, providing vital savings for daily, weekly, or monthly shipments. Our customers enjoy personalized attention and unparalleled customer service, FREE.

PR Toolkit for Small Businesses
toolkit@prnewswire.com
http://www.smallbusinesspr.com/partner/spana.html

PR Newswire’s PR Toolkit is a comprehensive resource that provides small businesses and entrepreneurs the tools to develop an affordable public relations plan that helps them increase search engine rankings, generate interest from potential customers, engage with key audiences and grow their businesses.   The toolkit features relevant content such as informative white papers, interactive webinars and how-to articles and premium access to educational resources, as well as the opportunity to take advantage of special offers designed specifically for SPAN members. To request information on how PR Newswire can help your small business, click here.

Radio-TV Interview Report
Nick Summa
800-989-1400 ext 119,
Fax: 610-284-3704

nick @ rtir.com
http://www.rtir.com/index.html
PO Box 360 390 Reed Road, 1st floor, Broomall, PA 19008

Now you can promote your book, product, business or cause by advertising your availability for interviews in Radio-TV Interview Report (RTIR), the magazine 4,000 producers read to find interesting guests.

Sheridan Books, Inc.
Mary Heim
734-475-9145 x8405
fax: 734-475-7337

mary.heim @ sheridan.com
http://www.sheridan.com/books
100 N. Staebler Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Sheridan Books has been providing quality book manufacturing in short to medium runs for over 60 years. Featuring Sheet-fed and web offset printing. One through four color text and component printing capabilities. Digital on-demand printing and Electronic Content Services also available.

Thomson-Shore Book Manufacturing

Regional Sales Manager, West
Phone: 734-426-3939, Fax: 800-706-4545

daver @ thomsonshore.com
http://www.thomsonshore.com/people/
7300 W. Joy Road, Dexter, MI 48130 
 
 “Helping you put your best book forward!” Whether you're an up and coming author printing your first book or an established publisher printing your hundredth title this year, our team of experts is here to help you with our complete book production services.