Distribution Client Services
Simon & Schuster offers a full range of services to independent publishers. Our client publishers benefit from all advantages of the S&S infrastructure, including sales, fulfillment, production, digital support services, and more.
S&S offers a broad range of services that are compatible with established publishing programs, and we encourage our clients to retain their autonomy and identity throughout the sales process. We value the insights our clients bring to the table, and believe no one knows their product better than the publisher themselves.
Our Services
S&S has a unique culture whereby it distributes its own product globally and distribution clients reap the benefits. Our global sales force is presented with all relevant titles that are published and distributed by S&S. With this structure in place, S&S maximizes global sales to a degree that is unrivaled in the industry. S&S views the client relationship as a partnership and welcomes publishers to bring their passion for their books to the sales process as an active participant.
S&S has a National Accounts team dedicated to selling client titles directly to key retail accounts such as Amazon, Baker & Taylor, Barnes & Noble, Books-a-Million, Ingram, and Readerlink. Our account managers present directly to buyers at major retailers, including, but not limited to, Costco, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Sam’s Club, Target, and Walmart.
The International sales force is committed to selling client titles everywhere S&S has rights. In support of global sales, S&S has sales organizations across the world through offices in Canada, UK, Australia, and India.
Independent bookstores around the United States are assigned to a sales representative in the Field group. Our sales group has built strong relationships throughout the independent bookstore community.
Special Sales & Gift Sales present your list to the right audience to maximize buys. Accounts in this channel include non-bookstore retailers such as Urban Outfitters, TJ Maxx, HomeGoods, and Hot Topic. Your titles are included in the S&S printed gift catalogs and are showcased at gift tradeshows as well as in gift showrooms.
Manage your publishing program as S&S does! Client publishers have access to the full range of S&S systems, informational reports, and financial reporting tools.
Visit the Publisher Portal to see a daily snapshot of your business. The user-friendly interface makes title entry easy and reports accessible.
Use the custom built Sales Analysis Tool for quick access to aggregated data by account, title, imprint, and sales channel. Includes US, UK, Canada, and AUS sales.
Metadata and digital assets are updated daily in our Digital Catalogs. Customize for US, Canada, UK, or AUS audiences.
Access POS, analytical sales, monthly financials, and consolidated statements through the reporting and financial tools.
Our state-of-the-art warehouse facilities are located in Riverside, NJ, and Milan, TN. Both locations are fully-equipped and staffed to address your customer service needs.
S&S provides full publishing operations support and systems training, including managing the ONIX feed to retailers and seasonal reviews of metadata to ensure data integrity. The Supply Chain and Inventory Management teams support clients with stock status, planning and forecasting, and market trend analysis.
Optional S&S services include print production and eBook conversion. S&S offers dedicated production teams to manage the process for client publishers as requested.
Global Sales
S&S has a unique culture whereby it distributes its own product globally and distribution clients reap the benefits. Our global sales force is presented with all relevant titles that are published and distributed by S&S. With this structure in place, S&S maximizes global sales to a degree that is unrivaled in the industry. S&S views the client relationship as a partnership and welcomes publishers to bring their passion for their books to the sales process as an active participant.
S&S has a National Accounts team dedicated to selling client titles directly to key retail accounts such as Amazon, Baker & Taylor, Barnes & Noble, Books-a-Million, Ingram, and Readerlink. Our account managers present directly to buyers at major retailers, including, but not limited to, Costco, BJ’s Wholsesale Club, Sam’s Club, Target, and Walmart.
The International sales force is committed to selling client titles everywhere S&S has rights. In support of global sales, S&S has sales organizations across the world through offices in Canada, UK, Australia, and India.
Independent bookstores around the United States are assigned to a sales representative in the Field group. Our sales group has built strong relationships throughout the independent bookstore community.
Special Sales & Gift Sales present your list to the right audience to maximize buys. Accounts in this channel include non-bookstore retailers such as Urban Outfitters, TJ Maxx, HomeGoods, and Hot Topic. Your titles are included in the S&S printed gift catalogs and are showcased at gift tradeshows as well as in gift showrooms.
Systems, Reporting, and Financials
Manage your publishing program as S&S does! Client publishers have access to the full range of S&S systems, informational reports, and financial reporting tools.
Visit the Publisher Portal to see a daily snapshot of your business. The user-friendly interface makes title entry easy and reports accessible.
Use the custom built Sales Analysis Tool for quick access to aggregated data by account, title, imprint, and sales channel. Includes US, UK, Canada, and AUS sales.
Metadata and digital assets are updated daily in our Digital Catalogs. Customize for US, Canada, UK, or AUS audiences.
Access POS, analytical sales, monthly financials, and consolidated statements through the reporting and financial tools.
Distribution
Our state-of-the-art warehouse facilities are located in Riverside, NJ, and Milan, TN. Both locations are fully-equipped and staffed to address your customer service needs.
Operations & Support
S&S provides full publishing operations support and systems training, including managing the ONIX feed to retailers and seasonal reviews of metadata to ensure data integrity. The Supply Chain and Inventory Management teams support clients with stock status, planning and forecasting, and market trend analysis.
Production Services
Optional S&S services include print production and eBook conversion. S&S offers dedicated production teams to manage the process for client publishers as requested.