Resources for Publishers « Saskatchewan Publishers Group

Resources for Publishers

PaperCuts

Annual catalogue of members’ books, sent to all schools, libraries, government offices, and tourism centres in the province

SaskFacts

A monthly newsletter containing the latest in Saskatchewan publishing news.

SPG commissions Saskatchewan writers to review members’ books. The reviews are submitted to all the weekly newspapers in the province as well as to anyone who signs up to receive them. SPG also posts the reviews on the website.Archives of Book Picks from 2001 – 2008 are available at the Weekly Book Picks Archive Page.

SPG Members-Only Listserv

SPG moderates a members-only listserv, and sends publishing information, awards deadlines, and current events to members in a timely fashion.

Display Program

SPG takes travelling displays of members’ books to teacher and librarian conferences, trade shows, and gift markets. SPG has a permanent display at the office as well.

Professional Development Workshops and Annual Tri-Province Publishers Forum

Scheduled workshops for development of all aspects of publishing.

EcoKit

The EcoKit is “a compendium of tips, terms, resources, and papers for environmentally friendly publishing. The print EcoKit is a handy tool for publishers, production and marketing staff, and printers”. If you would like print copies for your staff or business partners, just let the SPG office know. The EcoKit was developed by the Association of Book Publishers of British Columbia. (2.6Mb download in PDF format)