Bookstores still exist and some are thriving, but for an independent author, approaching dozens of stores individually gets old pretty fast. Perhaps distributors might offer a way of making your book available for ordering from many bookstores? Beware the steep fees (70% or the retail price), but worth considering…
John Reed Books via membership with the Australian Society of Authors
Libraries are also worth considering. Companies servicing the thousands of Australian public libraries include:
Australian Library Services (ALS)
ALS partners with Australian Public libraries in book acquisition and collection development. The staff at ALS work to bring Australian-based and international publications into both schools in public libraries throughout Australia.
James Bennett Pty Ltd
Like ALS, James Bennett is library supplier that works to make print and digital publications available throughout both Australia and New Zealand. They are known for their print and digital acquisitions as well as their collection services.
Peter Pal Library Supplier
Peter Pal partners with libraries to assist them with meeting the needs of their customers. They provide help for selections, acquiring, cataloguing, processing, and distribution for a wide range of collections.
Westbooks
Westbooks is a Western Australian-based library supplier that provides quality library resources and services.
Smaller Suppliers (for schools)
St Georges Bookseller
Network Educational Australia
Endeavour Education
Boomerang Books