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11.25.24
How Merging Independent Publishing Companies Leads to Greater Success
by Ambika Sambasivan and Suhani Parikh
Ambika Sambasivan and Suhani Parikh each had their own successful independent publishing...
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10.31.24
How Independent Publishers Can Build Successful Working Relationships with Their Authors
by Kathryn Sparks
One of the most important relationships independent publishers have is with their authors, so...
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09.26.24
Direct-To-Consumer Book Sales Strategies
by Diane Windsor
One of the most effective methods for independent publishers and author publishers to sell books...
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08.29.24
Set Your Book Up for Success for the Library Market
by Becky Spratford
One of the most consequential topics among independent publishers is how they can get their...
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07.25.24
Tips to Increase Revenue & Run Your Indie Publishing Business More Successfully
by Doug Seibold
Bookselling profit margins can be tight for independent publishers, but with some ingenuity,...
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06.27.24
How Publishers Can Use Strategic Partnerships to Grow Book Sales
by Leah Hernandez
In a saturated book market where the Big 5 publishers carry a lot of weight, independent...
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05.30.24
Solutions to Independent Publishers’ Challenges with Traditional Distribution
by Joe Biel
Distribution continues to be one of the most consequential pain points for independent...
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04.25.24
Learn from Holloway’s Clever Direct-to-Consumer Sales & Discoverability Techniques
by Andrew Savikas
Between traditionally published and self-published books, there are over 3 million books...
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03.28.24
Advice to Sell Your Books’ International Rights
by Dr. Kate Gale
There is a huge market for books outside the United States, so how can U.S. publishers break...
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02.28.24
Tips to Level Up Your Independent Publishing Business
by Alesha Brown
No matter where you are in your publishing journey—whether you're just starting out or...
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01.25.24
Independent Publishing’s Biggest Challenges & Opportunities in 2024
by Andrea Fleck-Nisbet
With a new year comes all kinds of new possibilities for publishers to thrive! IBPA’s...
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12.27.23
Important Lessons Learned from TOKYOPOP’s Incredible Resurgence of Success
by Marc Visnick
In the last few years, TOKYOPOP has had incredible success, leading Publishers Weekly to declare...
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11.30.23
Solutions to Common Challenges that Independent Publishers Run Into
by Tamara Mayo
Independent publishers run into many of the same challenges with publishing, so the best way to...
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10.26.23
How Independent Publishers Can Land Distribution with Simon & Schuster
by Keith Parent
Many independent publishers feel a great divide between them and the Big 5 publishers. One of...
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09.28.23
Reach Readers Through LibraryReads’ Top 10 Books List
by Rebecca Vnuk
Independent publishers and author publishers are always seeking effective ways to promote their...
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08.31.23
Grab the Attention of Librarians through a Booklist Review
by George Kendall
Are you hoping to sell your books to libraries? If so, trade reviews are a...
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07.27.23
Learn How Distribution Sales Teams Sell Your Books to Amazon, Bookstores, and More
by David Dahl
Landing traditional distribution can be a major help in garnering exposure and sales for books...
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06.29.23
How Publishers Can Maximize An Author’s Brand & Avoid Book Marketing Burnout
by Jeniffer Thompson
Book marketing isn’t just about selling books, it’s about building a reputation and...
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05.25.23
How to Build Book Buzz with Social Media Influencers
by Emily Lyman
Social media can be an excellent tool for publishers to build brand awareness and garner...
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04.27.23
Tips to Sell Your Books to the Education Market
by Jane R. Wood
There are thousands and thousands of schools in the United States, so getting your books into...
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03.30.23
Understanding the Importance and Benefits of Trade Reviews
by Patti Thorn
Garnering a trade review can provide multiple benefits for a book, but how can you make the most...
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02.22.23
How To Maximize Your Success Working with a Book Publicist
by Olivia McCoy
Hiring a book publicist can lead to excellent exposure for your titles, but there are techniques...
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01.25.23
Independent Publishing's Biggest Challenges and Opportunities
by Andrea Fleck-Nisbet
2023 is upon us, so in this episode of “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA),”...
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12.29.22
Strategies for Indie Publishing Success in the New Year
by Tieshena Davis
Now that 2022 has come to a close, it’s a great time for independent publishers and author...
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11.28.22
CEO Angela Bole’s Fond Farewell to IBPA
by Angela Bole
IBPA’s former CEO Angela Bole discusses the highlights of her time at IBPA, comments on some of...
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10.23.22
How Independent Publishers Can Turn Social Media Followers Into Book Buyers
by Matt Briel
Social media platforms can be a great way to build your independent publishing brand and garner...
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09.27.22
Enhancements & Drawbacks of Artificial Intelligence in Publishing
by Alessandra Torre
Artificial intelligence has created many helpful improvements such as improving discoverability...
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08.22.22
Tips for Selling Books to the Government, Education, and Healthcare Markets
by Karen Pavlicin
There are many considerations for independent publishers wanting to sell books in the...
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06.27.22
How to Optimize Your Books for Amazon & Run Successful Amazon Ads
by Chelsea Richards
If independent publishers and author publishers optimize their books properly for Amazon, it...
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05.24.22
Profitable & Creative Book Distribution Tips for Independent Publishers
by Rachel Noorda, Rachel Done
IBPA partnered with PubWest and Portland State University’s Graduate Program in Book Publishing...
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04.26.22
How to Persuade Bookstores to Carry Your Independently-Published Books
by Chloe Hovind, Paul Hanson
Village Books & Paper Dreams' Paul Hanson and Chloe Hovind share expert tips about how indie...
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03.29.22
Dependable Marketing Strategies and the Results Publishers Should Expect from Them
by Julie Broad
Book Launchers founder Julie Broad goes over some of the best book marketing tactics available...
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02.22.22
How to Get Libraries to Carry Your Books
by Mitchell Davis
How does an indie publisher get libraries to carry their books? Founder and former CEO at...
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01.25.22
BookTok, Bookstagram & BookTube – The Latest Sensations to Market Your Books
by Alexa Bigwarfe
Founder and CEO of Write|Publish|Sell Alexa Bigwarfe gives you the inside scoop on some of the...
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12.21.21
How Can Independent Publishers Get the Most Out of Amazon’s A+ Content?
by Ian Lamont
Amazon has a feature called A+ Content, which, can be a helpful tool for publishers. i30 Media...
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11.22.21
Advice for Landing Film & TV Deals for Your Books
by Andreas John
Selling the film or TV rights to a book can be a lucrative endeavor, but how does an independent...
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10.26.21
Improve Your Direct-To-Consumer Book Sales with These Digital Marketing Tactics
by Jason Kutasi
Independent publisher Puppy Dogs & Ice Cream has had incredible success acquiring book sales...
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09.28.21
How Independent Publishers Can Set Up Their Authors for Book Marketing Success
by Diane Windsor
If a book is going to be successful, it is imperative that authors take an active role in...
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08.24.21
IngramSpark: All Your Burning Questions Answered!
by Josh Floyd
Want to learn how to get the most out of IngramSpark, Ingram Content Group’s publish-on-demand...
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07.27.21
How to Get Your Books into Retail Stores
by Angela Engel
Independent publishers focus a great deal of time and energy trying to get their books sold in...
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06.22.21
Get the Scoop on Book Consumer Buying Habits for Helpful Marketing Insights
by Rachel Noorda
What encourages people to buy a book? How do people discover books? Knowing book consumer buying...
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05.25.21
Expert Advice for Landing Media Opportunities to Market Your Books
by Fauzia Burke
Marketing books is one of the most important (and difficult!) tasks for publishers. Book...
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04.20.21
Should Independent Publishers Jump on the Audiobook Bandwagon?
by Michele Cobb
Should independent publishers make audiobooks an essential part of their business model? What...
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03.23.21
Tips for How Independent Publishers Can Land Traditional Distribution
by Richard Williams
Independent Publishers Group’s Vice President of Publisher Development Richard T. Williams...
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02.23.21
How Independent Publishers Can Support DEI & Be Antiracist
by April Powers
SCBWI’s Chief Equity & Inclusion Officer April Powers discusses actions independent publishers...
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01.27.21
The Controversy & Ethics of Hybrid Publishing, with Wonderwell CEO Maggie Langrick
by Maggie Langrick
What are some of the ethical conundrums that hybrid publishers fall victim to, and how can they...
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