Starry Ferry Books Inventory Consignment Program

Welcome to Starry Ferry Books!

We’re excited to explore the possibility of featuring your book in our store. We’re dedicated to supporting a diverse range of authors, especially those from Hong Kong, Asia, and the Chinese-English speaking community. Here’s how our inventory consideration process works, along with some tips to help you navigate our system.

Inventory Consideration:

• What We’re Looking For: We’re particularly interested in books from independent authors, especially those connected to Hong Kong, Asia, and the Chinese-English speaking community. However, we’re open to considering any genre or subject matter, as long as it meets our criteria.
• Book Requirements: To be considered, your book must be new, with a valid ISBN and a high-quality cover image. We do not accept books with damaged covers or non-standard bindings. Your book should be bound professionally, with clear and legible title and author information.
• Submission Process: To submit your book for consideration, please fill out our online inventory consignment form below.
• Response Time: You can expect to hear back from us within 4 to 10 business days. During peak times, such as the holiday season, responses may be delayed.

Pricing and Listing:

• Pricing: The consignment price is determined as follows: Book Cost Price (the price the consigner wishes to receive per copy) + Consignment Fee = Starry Ferry Books Sale Price. Starry Ferry Books reserves the right to set the final retail price.
• Display Period: Your books will be displayed for a minimum of 6 months. Based on sales performance, we may request additional copies.
• Inventory: Please provide a minimum of 5 copies and a maximum of 50 copies per title.
• End of Consignment Period: At the end of the consignment period, you will be notified to pick up any unsold books within 30 days. Books not collected within this timeframe may be donated to a local charity or given away.

Payment and Reporting:

• Sales Reports: We will send quarterly sales reports via email to keep you informed about your book’s performance.
• Payouts: Payments will be issued within 30 days following the end of each quarter, based on the number of copies sold.
• Payment Method: To minimize costs, payments will be made primarily via direct bank transfer. PayPal is available upon request, but any associated transaction fees will be deducted from the payout.

Marketing and Promotion:

To maximize your book's visibility, we recommend the following promotional strategies:

• Marketing Materials: You may provide marketing materials, such as bookmarks, stickers, or posters, to be included with your consigned books. All materials must be approved by Starry Ferry Books.
• Author Spotlights: Share your story through blog posts or social media takeovers. This is a great way to connect with readers and build your audience.
• Special Promotions: Consider offering limited-time discounts, bundles, or participating in giveaways. We can help feature these promotions on our platform.
• Social Media Campaigns: Promote your book on social media, and be sure to tag us for additional exposure.
• Book Signings and Virtual Events: Engage directly with readers by participating in events hosted by Starry Ferry Books.

Tips for Success:

• Book Presentation: Ensure your book is professionally proofread, with attractive cover art and competitive pricing. A well-presented book is more likely to catch the eye of readers and our team.
• Promote Your Book: Leverage your personal and professional networks to spread the word about your book’s availability at Starry Ferry Books. Social media, local groups, and community events can be great ways to generate interest and drive sales.
• Be Considerate of Our Store: If you have a website or social media presence, don’t let Amazon or other big online stores be the only links available. Starry Ferry Books often retweets tweets we’re tagged in, but we cannot retweet anything that mentions or links to Amazon or any other bookseller.

Thank you for considering Starry Ferry Books for your book. We look forward to the possibility of working together and supporting your literary journey. If you have any questions or need more information, please reach out to us at consignment@starryferrybooks.com.

Best wishes,

The Starry Ferry Books Team

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