Consignment Application
We love supporting independent authors and bringing unique voices to our shelves. Our consignment program offers a way for local and indie writers to showcase their work in our store.
How It Works
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Consignment Term: 90 days (extensions possible if the book is selling well).
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Split: 60% to author, 40% to store (based on retail price).
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Payments: Issued quarterly(second month) for books sold in the previous quarter.
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Returns: Unsold copies will be returned to the author at the end of the term at the author’s expense unless both parties agree to extend.
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Liability: While we take care to keep books in good condition, Fog & Fiction Booksellers is not responsible for loss, theft, or damage of consigned books.
What We Accept
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Professionally printed, bound, and edited books (no spiral-bound or homemade binding).
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Genres that fit our store’s audience and vibe — literary fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, poetry, and more.
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Books with ISBNs and scannable barcodes preferred.
What You Provide
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3 to 5 copies of your book to start.
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A short book description and author bio for our records.
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Optional: marketing materials (postcards, bookmarks, etc.).
What We Provide
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Shelf space in our store for at least 90 days.
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Staff hand-selling and recommending your book when it’s a good fit for customers.
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Feature opportunities in our social media, newsletters, and displays (based on availability).
How To Apply
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Complete our Consignment Application Form below.
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We’ll review your submission and get back to you within 2–3 weeks.
📧 Questions? Email us at fogandfictionsf@gmail.com