The Book Industry Study Group regularly releases new and updated guidelines for industry best practices in areas that address metadata, rights, subject codes, supply chain, and workflow issues. Our posts address these and other issues across five topic categories.
As he prepares to retire, BISG Executive Director Brian O'Leary reflects on a decade of service, celebrating the volunteers, ideas, and shared commitment that continue to shape the future of publishing. Continue Reading
The Book Industry Study Group (BISG) is pleased to welcome Bridgeport National Bindery (BNB) as its newest member. Continue Reading
BISG's AI In the Book Industry Survey 2026 survey will provide an updated view of how organizations and individuals are responding to new opportunities and challenges. Continue Reading
The Book Industry Study Group (BISG) is pleased to welcome Cynren Press as a new member. Cynren Press is an independent publisher of history, culture, and experience. Through its imprints, it curates human stories that deepen readers’ understanding of us. Continue Reading
BISG Policy 11-01, written in 2011 and last updated in 2013, has been revised to articulate how files with different accessibility profiles should be identified. Continue Reading
BISG maintains a suite of curated resource pages designed to provide practical, industry-informed guidance for book publishing professionals Continue Reading
The Book Industry Study Group (BISG) is pleased to welcome Pace University’s MS in Publishing Program as a new member, marking a continued investment in supporting the next generation of publishing professionals. Continue Reading
The Book Industry Study Group has hired Allison Belan to become the organization’s ninth executive director. Belan will replace Brian O’Leary, who retires from the role on June 30. Belan joins BISG after a 22-year career at Duke University Press, where she has served most recently as... Continue Reading
BISG and BookNet Canada have released a new white paper on AI in the book industry, offering data-driven insights into adoption, use cases, and key concerns. Continue Reading
Tickets now available for BISG's 50th Anniversary Celebration on September 16, 2026. Continue Reading
In a milestone year for the Book Industry Study Group, we’re doing things a little differently. This year marks 50 years of bringing the publishing industry together to solve shared challenges. But before we celebrate, it’s time to connect, reflect, and help shape what comes next. On... Continue Reading
BISG is delighted to welcome several new members who joined BISG between January and March 2026. Continue Reading
