Customizable insurance for booksellers at events, in-store, and online.
Insurance for booksellers is a type of liability insurance for book vendors, authors, and indie publishers who need coverage to sell books, magazines, or literary works at events or online. It helps cover third-party claims related to your business operations, helping you:
Cover your business with ACT Pro, a flexible policy that protects you wherever you sell.
Recommended for Booksellers
ACT Pro
365-day coverage
$31.59 / Month
Only need short-term coverage? Check out ACT Go for events!
ACT Pro is made for full-time artists and crafters who want enhanced protection for their entire business. With additional liability coverage for your products included, optional add-ons, and monthly payments, you can create confidently knowing we’ve got your back.
Annual Policy Limits of Liability
Optional Add-Ons
Additional Tools, Supplies, & Inventory Coverage limits available up to $10,000/$50,000.
Cyber Liability Coverage available up to $100,000
Professional Liability is available through the user dashboard with upfront payment.
Pricing
(Or $279 per year)
Extends ACT Pro coverage to makers who sell more than 20% pre-made or non-handmade elements in their products (Or $379 per year)
Coverage for Beauty & Cosmetics, Soap, and Candle Makers
ACT Go is craft vendor insurance built for on-the-go hobbyists who need quick coverage at events. This flexible general liability policy is like a pop-up tent, working when and where you do — making it ideal if you only attend a couple of craft shows a year. Plus, enjoy the option to add coverage for your tools, supplies, and inventory in case of theft or damage while you’re on the go.
Short-Term Policy Limits of Liability
Optional Add-Ons
Additional Tools, Supplies, & Inventory Coverage limits available up to $2,000/$2,000.
Pricing
Anyone selling books, print media, or book-themed products needs liability insurance, including authors, indie publishers, bookish crafters, and pop-up bookstores.
Wherever you sell the stories you love, booksellers liability insurance protects your booth and business at places like:
Booksellers, authors, and indie publishers need a combination of coverages to fully protect their business, books, and book-related products. These include:
Get quick, simple coverage for selling books year-round with ACT Pro starting at $31.59 a month. Enjoy coverage written for the way you sell, from pop-ups to bookstores and online shops, plus the option to customize your policy with add-ons like:
Need book vendor insurance for a pop-up bookstore or author event? ACT Go starts at $49 per event.**
*Theft and damage coverage is available with all plans. Other additional monthly coverages are only available with ACT Pro. Coverages shown are subject to policy exclusions.
Every great story has a twist. Insurance helps your business handle the unexpected ones, like event requirements, accidents, or claims.
While you’re helping readers turn the page, ACT works behind the scenes with simple, affordable coverage designed to protect your book business now and in your next chapter.
You typically need general liability insurance to sell books at book fairs, festivals, and events. Many venues and event organizers require it to cover claims involving third-party injury or property damage.
A Certificate of Insurance (COI) is a document that proves you have active general liability insurance.
Venues and event organizers often require a COI before authors or booksellers can participate in an event, book fair, or festival. Some venues may also require you to add them to your policy as an additional insured to protect them from accidents caused by your business.
Yes. If you sell books through your own website or another ecommerce platform, online booksellers insurance through ACT Pro can help protect you from certain liability claims related to those sales.
General liability insurance for booksellers does not cover damage to your books, inventory, or supplies. You’ll need to add theft and damage coverage to protect your books and other inventory if they’re stolen or damaged during events or while traveling.
Yes. ACT’s insurance for booksellers provides general liability coverage for authors who sell their books during book signings at bookstores, cafes, or libraries.
Have questions about purchasing booksellers insurance? See more FAQs here or speak with one of our licensed agents for help. Please give us a call at 844.520.6991.
