General FAQ
Find answers to common questions about our books, publishers, distribution, and more.
We offer a 30-day return policy for all unused items in their original packaging. Please contact us at info@stablebookgroup.com to initiate a return.
Standard shipping typically takes 3-5 business days. Express shipping options are available for faster delivery.
Yes, we ship to most countries worldwide. International shipping rates and delivery times vary by destination.
The Stable has offices in Petaluma, California, and Brooklyn, New York. (We also have staff in Arizona, Florida, Minnesota, Utah, and Vermont.)
Authors can submit their manuscript via our submission portal or email a query letter, book synopsis, and sample chapters to info@stablebookgroup.com. Each submission is reviewed by our editorial team.
Yes, we do. Please follow the submission guidelines below:
- Your e-mail address
- A brief (1-2 page) synopsis of the project
- The Stable publisher you would like to publish with
- An annotated table of contents
- One to two sample chapters
- An author biography, including publishing credits
- Market research, including:
- A description of your target audience - A brief comparison with competitive titles, demonstrating how your project fills a need and covers new groundEmail your submission to acquisitions@stablebookgroup.comAcceptances, rejections, and other correspondence will be conducted via e-mail.
Our dedicated marketing team, with decades of experience, works to amplify your book’s reach through targeted digital campaigns on platforms like Amazon, Facebook, and Instagram, as well as expert publicity through our sister company, Pacific & Court.
FAQ for Retailers
Find out how you can purchase books from The Stable and partner with us.
We publish a wide range of books, including fiction, nonfiction, business, self-help, memoirs, and children’s books. Each of our imprints specializes in specific categories to serve diverse audiences.
Our books are available from online retailers, direct from The Stable Book Group's publishers and at bookstore throughout the U.S.A., Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the U.K.The Stable Book Group is distributed world-wide by Simon & Schuster.Click here for information on ordering in bulk directly from Simon & Schuster.
Products from The Stable Book Group can also be ordered from Faire. Books are also available through major distributors such as Ingram and Baker & Taylor (libraries).
We encourage you to support the bookstores in your local community.
As of January 1, 2026, The Stable Book Group will be distributed by Hachette Book Group.
Retailers looking to purchase directly from Simon & Schuster can set up a wholesale account through their website or by contacting their sales representatives. For additional help, we’re happy to connect you with the right resources.
Stable also offers wholesale accounts directly through Shopify as well as Faire.com.
As of January 1, 2026, Stable Book Group will be distributed by Stable Distribution in partnership with Hachette Book Group.
Yes! Our books are available at standard industry wholesale discounts through our distribution partners. Bulk order discounts may also be available for large purchases.
While we primarily distribute through our distributor and Ingram, independent bookstores looking for special orders, signed copies, or exclusive promotions can contact us at info@stablebookgroup.com.
In some cases, we may consider consignment arrangements with independent bookstores or specialty retailers. If interested, please reach out to info@stablebookgroup.com for details.
Absolutely. Through our robust global distribution network, our titles are available to retailers worldwide, ensuring easy access for customers in every market.
Yes, our titles follow standard book industry return policies when purchased through our distribution partners. Retailers should check the terms with their distributor for specific return guidelines.
Absolutely. We offer co-op advertising opportunities, social media promotion, and cross-promotional partnerships for retailers who stock our books. Contact us for more details on how we can collaborate.
We actively support indie bookstores and events. Retailers interested in hosting author signings, virtual events, or stocking signed copies can contact us to coordinate special opportunities.
Our seasonal catalogs are available through Edelweiss and can also be requested by emailing us at info@stablebookgroup.com.
FAQ for Publishers
Questions and answers about joining The Stable.
Yes! We are always looking for new independent publishers looking to join The Stable. If you are interested, please email us at info@stablebookgroup.com
No, The Stable Book Group is a collective of independent publishers and is financed by the founding members and a select number of individual investors.
The core philosophy of The Stable is that publishers can become more efficient and profitable by sharing key resources like design, production, marketing, and accounting. Each individual house continues to operate autonomously, but has access to all these shared departments.
Yes, The Stable is looking for publishing partners that create high-quality, audience-specific titles. We are open to publishers focusing on any category or genre and consider partnerships on a case-by-case basis.
The Stable provides shared resources in design, production, marketing, and accounting. Additionally, through a partnership with Simon & Schuster, members benefit from top-tier global distribution.
Yes, The Stable is committed to preserving the unique brand identity of each publishing house, ensuring that books remain under their original imprint.
The Stable's dedicated marketing team executes targeted digital campaigns on platforms like Amazon, Facebook, and Instagram. We also provide expert publicity through our sister company, Pacific & Court.
As of January 2026, The Stable offers robust global distribution in partnership with Hachette Book Group, ensuring that member publishers' titles reach readers worldwide.
Absolutely. The Stable values the creative process and collaborates closely with authors and publishers to honor their vision while providing support and resources to enhance each book’s success.
For more information or to express interest in joining, please email info@stablebookgroup.com.