Sheridan and KnowledgeWorks Global Ltd. | Volume 21, Issue 1
IN THIS EDITION:
The Next Era of Flexible Short-Printing
Publishing Predictions: What to Expect from 2026
Leading The Conversation on Digital & Distributed Print at The London Book Fair and ConTEXT
The STOP Rule: An Instant Stress-Reduction Technique for Busy Days
And more...
Working Smarter
Sheridan Launches Digital Select™ POD — The Next Era of Flexible Short-Run Printing
Sheridan introduces Digital Select™, a next-generation short-run printing solution built for modern publishers. Print from 1 to 2,500 copies with fast turnaround, consistent quality, and zero-inventory flexibility, all powered by Sheridan Select™ automation and dedicated support.
AI is reshaping roles, integrity tools are escalating, funding is uncertain, ADA accessibility deadlines are imminent, K-12 curricula are fragmenting, and literacy campaigns are rising. Here’s what these pressures mean for publishers in 2026 and where to focus first.
Leading The Conversation on Digital & Distributed Print at The London Book Fair and ConTEXT
Sheridan heads to London to lead discussions on digital and distributed print at ConTEXT and The London Book Fair. Join industry-leading publishers as they explore practical ways to manage inventory, reduce risk, and build more resilient global print supply chains.
Indie Publishing in 2026: Backlists, A10, and Building Your Own D2C Engine
Indies are winning where backlists, algorithm fluency, and D2C execution intersect. Discover how AI is being used to reactivate dormant backlist IP, what Amazon’s A10 ranking shifts mean for discoverability, and how to launch a storefront that captures customer data and repeat sales.
Inside Education Bridge: Doug Walter on How Connected Services Are Transforming Educational Publishing
Education Bridge connects content creation, print production, classroom materials, and fulfillment into one streamlined workflow. In this interview, Doug Walter explains how integrated services help educational publishers control costs, move faster, and manage multi-format learning materials with confidence.
The STOP Rule: An Instant Stress-Reduction Technique for Busy Days
Deadlines, inboxes, production schedules… It's a lot. The next time your day starts to spin, remember one simple acronym that can pull you back to center in less than a minute.
