Thank you for your interest in having your work featured at The Midnight Chapter! We love supporting and showcasing local and independent authors, artists, and makers. Our consignment program is designed to give talented local creators a way to showcase their work to our community of readers and art lovers.
Below, you’ll find all the details on how our program works, our terms, and our expectations for a successful partnership.
Consignment Program: Terms & Guidelines
Pricing: You set the retail price for your items. We ask that your prices match what you charge elsewhere.
Payout Schedule: Payouts are processed monthly by the 15th of the month by check or deposit for all items sold during the previous month. You will receive an itemized breakdown of your sales.
Consignment Period: The arrangement will be evaluated monthly. If your items are a hit, we may lengthen our term. If your products have not found their audience after 90 days, we will ask you to pick up your remaining stock so we can cycle in new creators.
Service Fees
Consignment requires individual labor for record-keeping, inventory management, and marketing.
- One-time Service Fee: A non-refundable fee of $25.
- Local Fiction: A non-refundable fee of $25 per title.
- Local Poetry: A reduced fee of $10 per title.
The Basics
We love filling our space with beautiful art and gifts that match our aesthetic.
Special Guidelines for Artists & Makers
The Vibe: We like items that are directly related to the books we love, or that feature botanical elements, candlelight themes, or cozy reading vibes.
Packaging & Display: All items must arrive retail-ready.
Art Prints should be backed with sturdy board and wrapped in a clear protective sleeve.
Earrings/Jewelry should be on professional display cards.
Candles/Ceramics must have clear safety labeling if applicable.
Inventory Limits: Space is carefully budgeted. We will agree on a specific quantity of items during your approval process.
How do I apply?
All submissions must go through our Consignment Application Form. Please do not bring physical samples or books into the shop unless we have specifically requested a review copy.
Can I just drop off my books/art to show you?
To ensure our team can focus on serving customers and running the shop, we strictly do not accept walk-in submissions or unsolicited drop-offs. Unsolicited items left at the store will unfortunately not be reviewed or returned.
Who is responsible for lost or damaged items?
While we treat your creations with the utmost care and respect, The Midnight Chapter is not responsible for items lost to theft, accidental damage, or natural wear-and-tear while on display. We highly recommend having your own hobbyist or business insurance if this is a concern.
Do you accept items shipped to the store?
If your application is approved, we prefer local drop-offs by appointment so we can meet you! However, if you are a regional author or maker who cannot easily drive to Albion, we can arrange for mailed inventory. Creators are responsible for all shipping and return shipping costs.
How do returns work at the end of the contract?
If our contract ends or an item is being retired, we will send you a notification. You will have 30 days from the date of the email to pick up your unsold inventory. Items not picked up within 30 days become the property of the store and may be donated or liquidated. If you require items to be mailed to you, you are responsible for covering the return shipping costs.
Ready to share your work with us?
We review applications on a rolling basis and will get back to you if your work is a match for our current inventory and shelf space.
