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Logistics for Publishers: From the Press to the Nightstand

Writing and marketing a book is a monumental journey. Don't let the final chapter—delivery—be the stumbling block. Whether you are an independent author, a growing publishing house, or a subscription book club, your readers expect pristine condition and timely delivery.

At Shipsquared, we operate as the silent partner in your publishing process. While you focus on hitting the best-seller lists, we handle the physical journey of your books with the care they deserve.

At Shipsquared, we build fulfillment processes specifically designed for beauty and skincare brands. Think precise lot tracking, controlled storage conditions, and full regulatory compliance. Our team is ready to work with you to develop a strategy that fits your brand.

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Why Us?

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Why Us?

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Why Us?

Why Booksellers Trust Shipsquared

We move beyond basic storage to offer a fulfillment strategy that protects your margins and delights your readers:

Optimized Shipping Rates (Media & Weight): Books are heavy, and shipping costs can eat up royalties fast. We leverage our volume to negotiate aggressive rates with carriers, ensuring you keep more profit per copy sold whether shipping domestic or international.

Book Club & Kitting Mastery: Running a "Book of the Month" box? We excel at complex kitting. We can bundle your latest release with bookmarks, stickers, or exclusive merchandise to create an unboxing experience that readers love to share on social media.

B2B & Retail Distribution: Scaling means selling everywhere. We handle both Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) orders and complex B2B shipments to bookstores, libraries, and major retailers, ensuring compliant routing and labeling.

Real-Time Inventory Control: Never let a hot release go out of stock unexpectedly. Our dashboard gives you a live view of your inventory, helping you time your reprints perfectly so you never miss a sale during a launch spike.

Scalability for Launches: From your first 100 copies to a viral sensation, our infrastructure stretches to meet demand. We handle the volume spikes of book launches without breaking a sweat.

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Book launches are time-sensitive. You can't afford bottlenecks in the warehouse when pre-orders pile up. The Impact: Brands that switched to us saw their internal order processing time drop by 50%. That means your books move from "Sold" to "Shipped" twice as fast, keeping your readers engaged and your reviews positive.

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Book launches are time-sensitive. You can't afford bottlenecks in the warehouse when pre-orders pile up. The Impact: Brands that switched to us saw their internal order processing time drop by 50%. That means your books move from "Sold" to "Shipped" twice as fast, keeping your readers engaged and your reviews positive.

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Book launches are time-sensitive. You can't afford bottlenecks in the warehouse when pre-orders pile up. The Impact: Brands that switched to us saw their internal order processing time drop by 50%. That means your books move from "Sold" to "Shipped" twice as fast, keeping your readers engaged and your reviews positive.

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Reduce Delivery Times by 20%

In an era of instant gratification, readers want their next story now. The Speed: Through smart inventory distribution across our network, we have successfully reduced shipping time by 20% for our partners. Faster delivery means fewer customer support tickets and higher customer lifetime value.

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Reduce Delivery Times by 20%

In an era of instant gratification, readers want their next story now. The Speed: Through smart inventory distribution across our network, we have successfully reduced shipping time by 20% for our partners. Faster delivery means fewer customer support tickets and higher customer lifetime value.

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Reduce Delivery Times by 20%

In an era of instant gratification, readers want their next story now. The Speed: Through smart inventory distribution across our network, we have successfully reduced shipping time by 20% for our partners. Faster delivery means fewer customer support tickets and higher customer lifetime value.

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Slash Domestic Shipping Costs by up to 19%

Books are heavy, and margins are tight. Every cent saved on postage is profit in your pocket. The Savings: We help growing brands scale internationally while saving up to 19% on domestic shipping costs. How? By optimizing carrier selection based on weight and destination, ensuring you never overpay for a shipment.

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Slash Domestic Shipping Costs by up to 19%

Books are heavy, and margins are tight. Every cent saved on postage is profit in your pocket. The Savings: We help growing brands scale internationally while saving up to 19% on domestic shipping costs. How? By optimizing carrier selection based on weight and destination, ensuring you never overpay for a shipment.

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Slash Domestic Shipping Costs by up to 19%

Books are heavy, and margins are tight. Every cent saved on postage is profit in your pocket. The Savings: We help growing brands scale internationally while saving up to 19% on domestic shipping costs. How? By optimizing carrier selection based on weight and destination, ensuring you never overpay for a shipment.

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Best prices, quickest shipping

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Best prices, quickest shipping

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Best prices, quickest shipping

Slash Shipping Costs with Smart Logistics

Slash Shipping Costs with Smart Logistics

Slash Shipping Costs with Smart Logistics

In the book business, weight is the enemy of profit. Shipping hardcover books or heavy catalogs can drain your margins if you rely on standard courier rates.

At Shipsquared, we utilize specialized carrier relationships designed for printed matter to secure exclusive rates.

  • The Savings: By optimizing for "Media Mail" standards and leveraging our volume, we help you reduce book fulfillment expenses significantly often by over 30%.

  • Smart Packaging Technology: Stop paying to ship air. Our advanced algorithms scan your order's dimensions and automatically select the smallest, most efficient packaging size. This reduces dimensional weight (DIM weight) costs and minimizes waste, keeping your operation green and lean.

In the book business, weight is the enemy of profit. Shipping hardcover books or heavy catalogs can drain your margins if you rely on standard courier rates.

At Shipsquared, we utilize specialized carrier relationships designed for printed matter to secure exclusive rates.

  • The Savings: By optimizing for "Media Mail" standards and leveraging our volume, we help you reduce book fulfillment expenses significantly often by over 30%.

  • Smart Packaging Technology: Stop paying to ship air. Our advanced algorithms scan your order's dimensions and automatically select the smallest, most efficient packaging size. This reduces dimensional weight (DIM weight) costs and minimizes waste, keeping your operation green and lean.

In the book business, weight is the enemy of profit. Shipping hardcover books or heavy catalogs can drain your margins if you rely on standard courier rates.

At Shipsquared, we utilize specialized carrier relationships designed for printed matter to secure exclusive rates.

  • The Savings: By optimizing for "Media Mail" standards and leveraging our volume, we help you reduce book fulfillment expenses significantly often by over 30%.

  • Smart Packaging Technology: Stop paying to ship air. Our advanced algorithms scan your order's dimensions and automatically select the smallest, most efficient packaging size. This reduces dimensional weight (DIM weight) costs and minimizes waste, keeping your operation green and lean.

Inventory Intelligence: Never Miss a Best-Seller

Inventory Intelligence: Never Miss a Best-Seller

Inventory Intelligence: Never Miss a Best-Seller

Book sales can be unpredictable. A viral TikTok review or a media mention can drain your stock overnight. You need a system that moves as fast as the market.

Our cloud-based inventory platform acts as your command center, keeping you one step ahead of demand:

  • Live Visibility: Track every unit from the moment it arrives at our dock until it reaches the reader. You will see exact SKU counts in real-time.

  • Proactive Alerts: Identify trends early. See which titles are moving fast and get low-stock alerts so you can order reprints before you sell out.

Book sales can be unpredictable. A viral TikTok review or a media mention can drain your stock overnight. You need a system that moves as fast as the market.

Our cloud-based inventory platform acts as your command center, keeping you one step ahead of demand:

  • Live Visibility: Track every unit from the moment it arrives at our dock until it reaches the reader. You will see exact SKU counts in real-time.

  • Proactive Alerts: Identify trends early. See which titles are moving fast and get low-stock alerts so you can order reprints before you sell out.

Book sales can be unpredictable. A viral TikTok review or a media mention can drain your stock overnight. You need a system that moves as fast as the market.

Our cloud-based inventory platform acts as your command center, keeping you one step ahead of demand:

  • Live Visibility: Track every unit from the moment it arrives at our dock until it reaches the reader. You will see exact SKU counts in real-time.

  • Proactive Alerts: Identify trends early. See which titles are moving fast and get low-stock alerts so you can order reprints before you sell out.

Protecting the Story (and the Spine)

Protecting the Story (and the Spine)

Protecting the Story (and the Spine)

There is nothing worse for a reader than opening a highly anticipated book only to find a bent cover or a cracked spine. Damaged deliveries lead to 1-star reviews and costly returns.

At Shipsquared, we treat every book like a collector's item.

  • Precision Packing: We don't just throw books in a box. We use calculated dunnage (protective filling) and tight-fitting packaging to ensure zero movement during transit.

  • The Unboxing Standard: Our goal is a pristine arrival. By eliminating shipping damage, we protect your brand’s reputation and ensure your customers’ first physical interaction with your book is pure joy, not disappointment.

There is nothing worse for a reader than opening a highly anticipated book only to find a bent cover or a cracked spine. Damaged deliveries lead to 1-star reviews and costly returns.

At Shipsquared, we treat every book like a collector's item.

  • Precision Packing: We don't just throw books in a box. We use calculated dunnage (protective filling) and tight-fitting packaging to ensure zero movement during transit.

  • The Unboxing Standard: Our goal is a pristine arrival. By eliminating shipping damage, we protect your brand’s reputation and ensure your customers’ first physical interaction with your book is pure joy, not disappointment.

There is nothing worse for a reader than opening a highly anticipated book only to find a bent cover or a cracked spine. Damaged deliveries lead to 1-star reviews and costly returns.

At Shipsquared, we treat every book like a collector's item.

  • Precision Packing: We don't just throw books in a box. We use calculated dunnage (protective filling) and tight-fitting packaging to ensure zero movement during transit.

  • The Unboxing Standard: Our goal is a pristine arrival. By eliminating shipping damage, we protect your brand’s reputation and ensure your customers’ first physical interaction with your book is pure joy, not disappointment.

Stop Letting Shipping Costs Eat Your Royalties

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How ShipSquared Works

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How ShipSquared Works

Engineered to Cut Publishing Costs by 37%

Engineered to Cut Publishing Costs by 37%

Engineered to Cut Publishing Costs by 37%

Margins in the publishing world are tight. Don't let inefficient packing eat away at your royalties. We leverage exclusive high-volume carrier rates and smart technology to lower your fulfillment costs immediately.

Margins in the publishing world are tight. Don't let inefficient packing eat away at your royalties. We leverage exclusive high-volume carrier rates and smart technology to lower your fulfillment costs immediately.

Margins in the publishing world are tight. Don't let inefficient packing eat away at your royalties. We leverage exclusive high-volume carrier rates and smart technology to lower your fulfillment costs immediately.

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Custom Packaging & Unboxing

In the age of "BookTok" and Instagram, the unboxing experience is marketing. Your Brand, Front & Center: Create an unforgettable experience that matches your brand identity. We can wrap your books in custom tissue, add bookmarks, or use branded boxes to turn every delivery into a fan moment.

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Custom Packaging & Unboxing

In the age of "BookTok" and Instagram, the unboxing experience is marketing. Your Brand, Front & Center: Create an unforgettable experience that matches your brand identity. We can wrap your books in custom tissue, add bookmarks, or use branded boxes to turn every delivery into a fan moment.

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Custom Packaging & Unboxing

In the age of "BookTok" and Instagram, the unboxing experience is marketing. Your Brand, Front & Center: Create an unforgettable experience that matches your brand identity. We can wrap your books in custom tissue, add bookmarks, or use branded boxes to turn every delivery into a fan moment.

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Transparent Pricing

Publishing budgets require precision. You shouldn't have to guess your costs. No Hidden Fees: We offer complete clarity on what you pay. You get a simple fee structure without surprise charges, allowing you to calculate your exact profit per copy sold.

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Transparent Pricing

Publishing budgets require precision. You shouldn't have to guess your costs. No Hidden Fees: We offer complete clarity on what you pay. You get a simple fee structure without surprise charges, allowing you to calculate your exact profit per copy sold.

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Transparent Pricing

Publishing budgets require precision. You shouldn't have to guess your costs. No Hidden Fees: We offer complete clarity on what you pay. You get a simple fee structure without surprise charges, allowing you to calculate your exact profit per copy sold.

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Kitting & Bundling Mastery

Increase your average order value without the logistical headache. Complex Sets Made Simple: Whether you are selling a trilogy box set, a "Book of the Month" subscription, or a limited edition signed copy with merchandise, we handle the assembly for you. We pick multiple SKUs and bundle them into one pristine package, ready for your fans.

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Kitting & Bundling Mastery

Increase your average order value without the logistical headache. Complex Sets Made Simple: Whether you are selling a trilogy box set, a "Book of the Month" subscription, or a limited edition signed copy with merchandise, we handle the assembly for you. We pick multiple SKUs and bundle them into one pristine package, ready for your fans.

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Kitting & Bundling Mastery

Increase your average order value without the logistical headache. Complex Sets Made Simple: Whether you are selling a trilogy box set, a "Book of the Month" subscription, or a limited edition signed copy with merchandise, we handle the assembly for you. We pick multiple SKUs and bundle them into one pristine package, ready for your fans.

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B2B & Wholesale Mastery

Getting into bookstores requires strict adherence to rules. Retail Ready: We provide ready-made playbooks to get your products on retail shelves. Whether shipping to a major distributor like Ingram or a local indie shop, we handle the complex labeling and routing requirements for you.

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B2B & Wholesale Mastery

Getting into bookstores requires strict adherence to rules. Retail Ready: We provide ready-made playbooks to get your products on retail shelves. Whether shipping to a major distributor like Ingram or a local indie shop, we handle the complex labeling and routing requirements for you.

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B2B & Wholesale Mastery

Getting into bookstores requires strict adherence to rules. Retail Ready: We provide ready-made playbooks to get your products on retail shelves. Whether shipping to a major distributor like Ingram or a local indie shop, we handle the complex labeling and routing requirements for you.

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Why partner with Shipsquared?

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Why partner with Shipsquared?

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Why partner with Shipsquared?

Focus on Your Readers, We’ll Handle the Rest

You’ve done the hard work of writing and publishing. Now let us handle the logistics. Shipsquared is the preferred partner for book brands because we combine the scale of a major 3PL with the personal touch of a local bookstore.

Here is why authors and publishers switch to us:

1. Dedicated Account Success Manager

You are never just a ticket number in a queue. You get a dedicated point of contact who knows your catalog, understands your release dates, and is available when you need them.

  • The Benefit: Never wait days for an answer during a critical launch week. We are an extension of your team.

2. Masterful Kitting & Bundling

Books often come with extras. Whether it’s a "Book of the Month" subscription box, a trilogy set in a slipcase, or a signed copy bundled with exclusive merchandise, we handle the complexity with ease.

  • Custom Projects: From barcode tagging to inserting marketing flyers and bookmarks, our team executes your custom vision perfectly.

3. An Unboxing Worth Sharing

In the era of social media, the unboxing experience is your best marketing tool.

  • Brand Elevation: We support fully custom branded packaging. We make sure that when your reader opens the box, the presentation is as compelling as the story inside.

4. Transparent, Line-Item Pricing

Royalties are calculated down to the cent, and your fulfillment costs should be too.

  • No Hidden Fees: Get a detailed line-by-line breakdown for every order. You’ll always know exactly what you are paying for storage, picking, and shipping—no vague surcharges, ever.

5. Same-Day Dispatch Speed

When a reader buys a book, they want to start reading it immediately.

  • Maintain Momentum: We offer same-day or next-day fulfillment for orders placed before our cutoff time. This keeps your delivery promises sharp and your customer reviews 5-star.

6. Strategic North American Network

Reduce the distance between your books and your readers.

  • Faster & Cheaper: By utilizing our network of fulfillment centers across North America, you reduce transit times and offer affordable shipping options to customers, regardless of their location.

7. Smart Returns Logic

Returns happen, but they shouldn't be a headache.

  • Asset Recovery: We work with you to develop a specific protocol for returned books. We inspect for damage (bent covers, spine creases) and restock pristine copies quickly, keeping your inventory healthy.

8. Plug-and-Play Tech Integrations

You don't need to be a developer to work with us.

  • Seamless Sync: Our onboarding team ensures your SKUs flow accurately from your sales channel (Shopify, Amazon, WooCommerce, etc.) to our dashboard. We handle the data connection so you can focus on selling.

Book Fulfillment FAQ

1. Does Shipsquared handle book returns and reverse logistics? Yes, absolutely. We treat returns as an opportunity to protect your inventory health. Our team works with you to establish a custom inspection protocol checking for bent corners, cracked spines, or other damage before determining if a book should be restocked or discarded. We make the process seamless for your readers and cost-effective for you.

2. What is Media Mail and can it save me money?Media Mail is a specialized, cost-effective shipping service offered by USPS for educational materials. It is a massive cost-saver for authors and publishers.

  • What Qualifies: Books (at least 8 pages), manuscripts, sound recordings, and printed sheet music.

  • Our Approach: Our system automatically identifies eligible shipments to utilize Media Mail rates, ensuring you get the lowest possible shipping cost per order without lifting a finger.

3. Where are your fulfillment centers located? Our network is strategically positioned to cover the majority of North American readers within 1-4 days. We operate fully owned facilities in key logistics hubs like Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Toronto, and Chicago.

  • Why this matters: These locations are chosen for their proximity to major carrier distribution hubs, meaning your orders are injected into the shipping stream faster, reducing wait times for your customers.

1. Does Shipsquared handle book returns and reverse logistics? Yes, absolutely. We treat returns as an opportunity to protect your inventory health. Our team works with you to establish a custom inspection protocol checking for bent corners, cracked spines, or other damage before determining if a book should be restocked or discarded. We make the process seamless for your readers and cost-effective for you.

2. What is Media Mail and can it save me money?Media Mail is a specialized, cost-effective shipping service offered by USPS for educational materials. It is a massive cost-saver for authors and publishers.

  • What Qualifies: Books (at least 8 pages), manuscripts, sound recordings, and printed sheet music.

  • Our Approach: Our system automatically identifies eligible shipments to utilize Media Mail rates, ensuring you get the lowest possible shipping cost per order without lifting a finger.

3. Where are your fulfillment centers located? Our network is strategically positioned to cover the majority of North American readers within 1-4 days. We operate fully owned facilities in key logistics hubs like Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Toronto, and Chicago.

  • Why this matters: These locations are chosen for their proximity to major carrier distribution hubs, meaning your orders are injected into the shipping stream faster, reducing wait times for your customers.

1. Does Shipsquared handle book returns and reverse logistics? Yes, absolutely. We treat returns as an opportunity to protect your inventory health. Our team works with you to establish a custom inspection protocol checking for bent corners, cracked spines, or other damage before determining if a book should be restocked or discarded. We make the process seamless for your readers and cost-effective for you.

2. What is Media Mail and can it save me money?Media Mail is a specialized, cost-effective shipping service offered by USPS for educational materials. It is a massive cost-saver for authors and publishers.

  • What Qualifies: Books (at least 8 pages), manuscripts, sound recordings, and printed sheet music.

  • Our Approach: Our system automatically identifies eligible shipments to utilize Media Mail rates, ensuring you get the lowest possible shipping cost per order without lifting a finger.

3. Where are your fulfillment centers located? Our network is strategically positioned to cover the majority of North American readers within 1-4 days. We operate fully owned facilities in key logistics hubs like Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Toronto, and Chicago.

  • Why this matters: These locations are chosen for their proximity to major carrier distribution hubs, meaning your orders are injected into the shipping stream faster, reducing wait times for your customers.

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