Wholesale · For shops, museums & organizations
Carry Rally Takes the Train in your shop
A hand-painted watercolor picture book about a real corgi, a real coastal train ride on the Pacific Surfliner, and a dark tunnel that teaches little ones the dark always ends. Wholesale pricing is open to bookstores, gift shops, train museums, pet stores, hospitals, schools, and any business that wants to share it.
- Deep wholesale discount
- No minimum order
- Order 1 copy or 500
- Printed and shipped by IngramSpark
Why it sells
A picture book customers pick up, and come back for
It sits where several best-selling shelves meet: trains, dogs, grandparents, and gentle books about big feelings. That makes it easy to place, easy to recommend, and an easy add-on at the register.
Who carries it
Wholesale for every kind of shop and organization
If your customers love trains, dogs, little ones, or a story with heart, this book belongs on your shelf. Find your category below.
Independent bookstores
A picture book with a story behind it that booksellers love to hand-sell, and a strong fit for storytime, local author, and gift tables. It also anchors a train books for toddlers display.
Shelve with: train books, dog books, grandparent books
Gift shops and boutiques
A square, giftable book with a beautiful cover that sells itself next to cards, candles, and baby gifts. Customers often buy it as a baby shower book gift.
Pair with: greeting cards, plush, keepsakes
Train museums and heritage railroads
A true story of a real train ride, made for the families walking through your doors. Your museum may already be in our train museum directory.
Pair with: wooden trains, conductor hats, whistles
Holiday and themed train rides
Families searching our Christmas train rides and pumpkin and Halloween train guides are your riders. A picture book is the perfect ride souvenir.
Pair with: ornaments, tickets, photo packages
Train stations, depots, and visitor centers
The book's journey rides the Pacific Surfliner along the California coast. A natural fit for stations on Amtrak routes families ride.
Great for: Southern California and rail tourism
Airport, hotel, and travel shops
A lightweight, flat gift for travelers heading home to little ones, grandkids, or a first train trip of their own.
Great for: last-minute family gifts
Pet stores and pet boutiques
Starring a real corgi, it is the corgi children's book dog people buy for the little dog lovers in their lives.
Pair with: dog toys, treats, corgi gifts
Groomers, daycares, and boarding
A charming counter item for checkout, and a sweet thank-you gift for client families who love traveling with their dogs.
Great for: front-desk displays
Veterinary clinics
A friendly waiting-room book and a thoughtful gift for families welcoming a new puppy.
Great for: waiting rooms, new-puppy kits
Breeders, rescues, and dog clubs
Corgi breeders, breed clubs, and rescues use it as a puppy go-home gift, a raffle prize, or a fundraiser item.
Great for: go-home kits, events, fundraisers
Toy stores
Shelves easily with train sets and play vehicles, giving parents a story to go with the toy. Our free printable coloring pages make a great in-store giveaway.
Pair with: train sets, puzzles, plush corgis
Baby and children's boutiques
A go-to baby shower and first-birthday book, with soft watercolor art that fits a nursery.
Pair with: baby gift sets, nursery decor
Zoos, aquariums, and family attractions
Gift shops that serve families with toddlers need books that are short, sweet, and gift-ready. This one is all three.
Great for: family gift shops
Event planners and party favors
Baby showers, first birthdays, and grandparent celebrations. Order a stack and every guest goes home with a keepsake.
Great for: book-themed showers, favors
Hospital and children's hospital gift shops
A gentle, hopeful story that is easy to give to a child, a new parent, or a family going through a hard season.
Great for: gift shops, child life programs
Hospice, grief centers, and counselors
The tunnel scene gives families a soft way to talk with young children about scary moments. We also publish free guides on helping children with grief.
Great for: family support kits, lending libraries
Pediatricians, dentists, and therapists
A calm, colorful book for waiting rooms, and a kind take-home gift for young patients.
Great for: waiting rooms, patient gifts
Funeral homes and memorial services
A thoughtful gift for families with little ones, written by an author who knows what it is to lose a parent. Pairs with our guides on losing a parent.
Great for: family care packages
Schools, preschools, and daycares
Classroom sets for read-alouds about courage, travel, and family, with free classroom lesson ideas and a free teacher copy program.
Great for: classroom libraries, teacher gifts
Libraries and Friends of the Library
Library copies for storytime and circulation, and a popular pick for Friends of the Library sales.
Great for: storytime, book sales
Nonprofits, churches, and fundraisers
Buy at wholesale, sell at list, and keep the difference for your cause. Great for book fairs, auctions, and family ministries.
Great for: book fairs, auctions, outreach
Corporate and client gifts
Realtors, financial advisors, and family businesses give it to clients with new babies, new homes, or new grandkids.
Great for: closing gifts, client appreciation
Senior communities and grandparent groups
It is one of our favorite books about visiting grandparents. Residents love giving it to grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Great for: gift shops, activity programs
Markets, pop-ups, and subscription boxes
Craft fairs, holiday markets, and kids' book boxes. No minimum means you can order exactly what you need for each event.
Great for: seasonal and one-time orders
How ordering works
Wholesale in three simple steps
Ordering runs through IngramSpark, the same company that prints and distributes books for publishers worldwide.
- Tell us about your businessFill out the short form below. It takes about a minute.
- See your wholesale priceYou'll go straight to the wholesale pricing page with the per-copy price and an order link.
- Order any quantityCheckout through IngramSpark. Books are printed and shipped to you, with shipping calculated at checkout.
What readers say
Loved by reviewers and parents
"A delightful little watercolor adventure following a corgi and his human parents on a train ride."
Kathryn Bettendorf, Reedsy Discovery (Must Read)
"Lovers of trains and dogs alike will be delighted by Rally Takes the Train."
Reedsy Discovery
"...has become my go-to gift for baby showers and kids birthdays!"
Amazon customer review
Wholesale FAQ
Questions shops ask
Who can buy Rally Takes the Train at wholesale?
Any business or organization that wants to sell or give the book: bookstores, gift shops, museums, heritage railroads, pet stores, toy stores, hospitals, schools, libraries, nonprofits, event planners, and corporate gift buyers. Fill out the form and you'll see wholesale pricing right away.
Is there a minimum order?
No. You can order a single copy to try it, or a few hundred for a season. Each order is printed and shipped by IngramSpark.
How much is the wholesale discount?
The book lists at $16.99, and the wholesale price is a deep discount off list. You'll see the exact per-copy price on the pricing page after you submit the form.
How do I place a wholesale order?
After the form, you'll get a direct IngramSpark order link. Choose your quantity, check out with a card, and IngramSpark prints and ships the books to your address.
How much is shipping, and how long does it take?
Shipping is calculated by IngramSpark at checkout based on your quantity and address. Books are printed to order, so allow extra time before holidays and events.
Can bookstores order through Ingram with the ISBN?
Yes. Bookstores and libraries that already order through Ingram can search ISBN 9798182928151. The direct wholesale link on our pricing page is the simplest option for shops without an Ingram account.
Can I get images and copy for my store or website?
Yes. Our press and media kit has the cover, interior watercolors, an author photo, and ready-to-use descriptions you can use on shelf talkers, your website, and social media.
Do you offer signed copies or author visits?
Ask us. Email kelsey@rallytakesthetrain.com with your store, event, or quantity and we'll let you know what's possible.
Instant access
Get wholesale pricing
Tell us a little about your business and you'll go straight to the wholesale price and order link. No account or minimum required.
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