Best Independent Book Publishers Association Podcasts (2025)

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How to Create a Sensational Book Marketing Plan 43:00

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Do you have an organized, detailed, strategic marketing plan for every book that you publish? President and Founder of Media Kit Buzz Brian Feinblum joins “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to share expert tips about the most important aspects of a book marketing plan pre-publication, during publication, and post-publication, including wha…

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How Do You Set Up a Hybrid Publishing Company? 37:09

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Should you set up your publishing company as a hybrid publisher? To help answer that question, Broad Book Group’s co-founder Dr. Jennifer Dorsey joins “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to share details about how they formed their hybrid publishing business, including how they set up contracts with authors, how they handle book distributio…

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Savvy Strategies for Book Advertising on Google, Facebook, Instagram, & More 40:14

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Advertising on Google, Facebook, Instagram, and various social media sites can be exceptional exposure for your books and possibly lead to more sales, but which platforms are better for garnering sales as compared to visibility, and what types of images and copy work best for each site? Also, how long is the ideal time to run an ad? Ingram Content …

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Improve Book Marketing Strategies by Understanding Reader Habits 36:54

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Understanding reader habits can help independent publishers and author-publishers improve their book marketing strategies, hopefully boosting book sales. With over 550,000 readers on the popular digital review copy platform NetGalley, their team has collected invaluable data about reader’s preferences, so NetGalley’s Customer Success Manager Katie …

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How Independent Publishers Can Maximize Their Author’s Bookselling Reach 41:44

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The more independent publishers and their authors work together on their book marketing efforts, the better chance they have of selling more books. One of the main focuses of independent publisher Wordeee is figuring out how to leverage the relationships that their authors already have to maximize the reach of their book marketing efforts. Wordeee …

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Which Book Distributor is the Right Fit for Your Goals - IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, Or Another? 36:45

6M ago36:45

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To set your books and audiobooks up for the best chance at success, you need to make your titles available to purchase in as many retail outlets as possible. Author and book publishing consultant Erin Wright joins “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to share her expertise about the most effective methods to distribute books and audiobooks t…

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Amazon: How to Strengthen Book Sales & Discoverability 33:58

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Amazon is still the world’s largest bookseller, so naturally, many independent publishers and author publishers want to know how they can succeed on the platform. IBPA is always working to help indie publishers take their businesses to the next level, so we invited Firebrand Technologies’ Director of Sales and Education Joshua Tallent as a guest on…

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Increase Profits by Selling Clever Book-Related Products 35:04

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Publishing books is the main focus and source of revenue for independent publishers, but there are many alternative revenue streams that can be lucrative. President and Publisher for Gibbs Smith Books & Gift Suzanne Taylor joins “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to share tips about the sidelines they create, including how they decide what…

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Pitching for Publicity from Podcasts, Blogs, and More 35:21

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To garner as much attention for your books as possible, it’s important for independent publishers and author publishers to connect with audiences outside their network. Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi) Campaigns Manager Matty Dalrymple joins “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to share expert advice about how to land interviews on pod…

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Society of Young Publishers 20:00

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This episode of the podcast welcomes Eleanor Gaffney and Michaela O'Callaghan, who as well as being busy publishers are the current co-chairs of the Society of Young Publishers, the important industry group that celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2024. Eleanor and Michaela tell us about the purpose and activities of the SYP and how both young peopl…

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How Merging Independent Publishing Companies Leads to Greater Success 44:12

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Ambika Sambasivan and Suhani Parikh each had their own successful independent publishing company, Yali Books and Modern Marigold Books, but when they met in 2022, they realized that their companies had similar missions and that they could be even more successful if they combined their businesses. Ambika and Suhani join “Inside Independent Publishin…

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How Independent Publishers Can Build Successful Working Relationships with Their Authors 35:46

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One of the most important relationships independent publishers have is with their authors, so how can publishers ensure that it's a productive working relationship? American Academy of Pediatrics Senior Editor Kathryn Sparks joins “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to share advice about how publishers can successfully work with their autho…

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Preserving digital content 14:04

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The system of legal deposit has preserved print books for centuries, but how can publishers and authors make sure that the digital content they produce now can be accessed by future generations? Alicia Wise of the CLOCKSS project joins the podcast to talk about the scale of the issue and what publishers can do to establish good preservation strateg…

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Direct-To-Consumer Book Sales Strategies 39:55

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One of the most effective methods for independent publishers and author publishers to sell books is through direct-to-consumer sales. Motina Books Publishing Owner Diane Windsor joins "Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to share tactics that have worked best for her, including selling books directly through her publisher website, in-person …

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Creativity and publishing in the age of AI 18:35

1y ago18:35

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What does Artificial Intelligence mean for publishers and content creators? Nadim Sadek, founder of AI-powered book marketing specialist Shimmr and a published author, discusses its impacts on creativity and the role of publishers, and highlights the benefits of AI among the challenges.

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Storywise, AI and the publishing slushpile 12:37

1y ago12:37

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Gavin Marcus and Jeremy Esekow of AI-powered start-up Storywise join the IPG Podcast to discuss their solution to a problem familiar to many publishers: the volume of submissions from authors. They discuss how Storywise helps reduce the slushpile of manuscripts, and argue for the positive applications of AI at a time when so much talk is of its thr…

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Audiobooks for people with print disabilities 12:44

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Kieran Potter joins the IPG Podcast to discuss how Calibre brings audiobook to people with a print disability. He tells us about the history, purpose and value of the charity and how it works for both users and publishers.

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Set Your Book Up for Success for the Library Market 52:52

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One of the most consequential topics among independent publishers is how they can get their books into libraries. IBPA is always looking for ways to set indie publishers up for success, so we invited Becky Spratford on the podcast who has been working with the library market in multiple capacities for over two decades. Becky shares expert tips abou…

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Tips to Increase Revenue & Run Your Indie Publishing Business More Successfully 46:14

1y ago46:14

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Bookselling profit margins can be tight for independent publishers, but with some ingenuity, publishers can create additional revenue streams. Agate Publishing President Doug Seibold has had great success with his publishing company, as well as various endeavors related to publishing, so he joins “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to discu…

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How Publishers Can Use Strategic Partnerships to Grow Book Sales 40:25

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In a saturated book market where the Big 5 publishers carry a lot of weight, independent publishers have come up with some clever tactics to garner attention for their books. One such publisher is Muse Incorporated. Founder and CEO Leah Hernandez joins "Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to share details about how she’s created strategic pa…

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Copyright, publishing and PLS 26:42

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Will Crook, head of policy and communications at Publishers' Licensing Services (PLS), is the guest on this episode of the IPG Podcast. He discusses the vital issue of copyright in publishing, especially as it relates to the threats of Artificial Intelligence, as well as the work that PLS is doing to make sure publishers' interests are represented …

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507: Unlocking Business Succession: The Power of ESOPs with Keith Butcher 24:48

1+ y ago24:48

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In an interview with Jason Hartman, Keith Butcher, founder of Butcher Joseph, discusses business succession and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). With many business owners approaching retirement, ESOPs offer a tax-efficient way to transition ownership to employees. This model enhances employee retention and loyalty, providing long-term retire…

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Solutions to Independent Publishers’ Challenges with Traditional Distribution 50:22

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Distribution continues to be one of the most consequential pain points for independent publishers, and with fewer and fewer distributors from which publishers can choose, it seems like major changes need to occur to fix the system. Microcosm Publishing’s Founder and CEO Joe Biel joins "Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to chat about ideas …

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Printing and the EU Deforestation Regulation 16:46

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The EU Deforestation Regulation comes into force at the end of 2024 and has some important implications for UK publishers operating in Europe. CPI's director of environment and sustainability Lisa Faratro joins the Podcast to introduce the EUDR, explain what publishers will need to do to comply with it, and share some useful resources for support.…

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Learn from Holloway’s Clever Direct-to-Consumer Sales & Discoverability Techniques 41:02

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Between traditionally published and self-published books, there are over 3 million books published per year, so in order for a book to stand out, sometimes independent publishers have to think outside the box. Independent publisher Holloway has a unique system with their publishing strategy in terms of discoverability and direct-to-consumer sales, …

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Advice to Sell Your Books’ International Rights 37:53

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There is a huge market for books outside the United States, so how can U.S. publishers break into the international market, and how do publishers know which markets are a good fit for their titles? Co-Founder and Managing Editor of Red Hen Press Dr. Kate Gale joins “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to share details about how her publishin…

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Costs and sustainability in printing 20:33

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With costs rising and pressure growing to reduce the carbon footprint of books, this episode of the IPG Podcast looks at what publishers can do to become more sustainable, both financially and environmentally. Our guest is Vicky Ellis-Duveen of Clays, who has some excellent advice for making many areas of print, production and supply more cost-effe…

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PLS and Tom West 20:28

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Publishers' Licensing Services is at the heart of publishing in the UK, distributing millions of pounds a year via collective licensing and supporting publishers with rights management and permissions. This episode of the IPG Podcast welcomes chief executive Tom West to talk about its history, purpose and future, as well as some of the big issues f…

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Tips to Level Up Your Independent Publishing Business 50:17

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No matter where you are in your publishing journey—whether you're just starting out or you’ve been publishing books for decades—you're always hoping to level up your business.Fruition Publishing Concierge Services Founder and CEO Alesha Brown joins “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to share advice about the best artificial intelligence (A…

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People in publishing with Suzanne Collier 23:16

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Suzanne Collier, founder of the Bookcareers service, joins the podcast to talk about people-related issues in publishing in 2024. She discusses subjects including recruitment, retention, wellbeing, redundancies and more, and shares some good advice for both employers and employees.

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Independent Publishing’s Biggest Challenges & Opportunities in 2024 47:16

1+ y ago47:16

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With a new year comes all kinds of new possibilities for publishers to thrive! IBPA’s mission is to set up independent publishers and author publishers for publishing success, so CEO Andrea Fleck-Nisbet joins "Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to discuss the major issues that publishers are sure to face in 2024, and ways that publishers ca…

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S4E1: Publisher-Author Dialogue 34:09

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An ongoing "Publishing Basics" series with Emerald Lake Books publisher Tara Alemany Hosted by Charlotte PIerce, Pierce Press, in collaboration with Independent Publishers of New England As a publisher, what are the best practices for onboarding an author and sustaining a productive relationship? And as an author, how can you best prepare for this …

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Important Lessons Learned from TOKYOPOP’s Incredible Resurgence of Success 36:14

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In the last few years, TOKYOPOP has had incredible success, leading Publishers Weekly to declare them one of the fastest growing independent publishers of 2023. It’s always helpful for indie publishers to learn from each other, so TOKYOPOP’s COO and Publisher Marc Visnick joins “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to discuss the achievements…

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African Books Collective 15:12

1+ y ago15:12

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Stephanie Kitchen, co-director of the African Books Collective, joins the podcast to chat about the story and work of the organisation in improving the profile and availability of books from across Africa. She also talks about the visibility of African books in general in the UK now, and about what more can be done to get African voices heard on a …

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506: Navigating the Storm: A CEO's Tale of Business Triumph in Turbulent Times 20:45

1+ y ago20:45

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Jason interviews Johnny Serpilla, former President of Camping World, about his book, "Life is Hard, but I'll be Okay", and his experiences in leadership and business. Johnny emphasizes the importance of approaching life with one heart and mind, the role of gratitude in leadership, and the impact of personal problems on work. Johnny also discusses t…

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Chris Hamilton-Emery, Salt Publishing 23:38

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Chris Hamilton-Emery, co-founder of poetry and literary fiction publisher Salt, tells us the highs and lows of his journey in publishing. He also chats about the value of independence and community in publishing and shares some of the lessons he's learned over nearly 25 years in the industry.

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Selling in Europe 14:47

2y ago14:47

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Brexit has led to major issues for UK publishers selling books in Europe. In this episode of the IPG Podcast, James Dunphy of Durnell Marketing discusses the big problems and shares some advice to help publishers make their sales and distribution easier and more effective.

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Solutions to Common Challenges that Independent Publishers Run Into 52:19

2y ago52:19

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Independent publishers run into many of the same challenges with publishing, so the best way to figure out how to overcome those challenges is to learn from other publishers’ achievements and missteps. Taevo Publishing Founder and CEO Tamara Mayo joins “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to discuss the best methods she’s learned about how t…

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Simon Liebesny, Saqi Books 14:43

2y ago14:43

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This episode of the IPG Podcast looks at the value of specialist and purpose-driven independents to publishing and the cultural life of the UK. Our guest is Simon Liebesny, formerly of Pluto Press and now associate publisher at Saqi Books. Simon also talks about his career in publishing, plans for Saqi and the importance of communities like the IPG…

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How Independent Publishers Can Land Distribution with Simon & Schuster 40:50

2y ago40:50

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Many independent publishers feel a great divide between them and the Big 5 publishers. One of the biggest issues is access to various sales markets, such as bookstores, retail stores, and more. The good news is that there are new ways that these major publishers and indies can work together to the betterment of both. One such way is through distrib…

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S3E11: Finding Your Audience, with Jennia D'Lima 1:14:52

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Jennia D'Lima will present at this year's 12th Annual IPNE Publishers & Authors Conference on finding and marketing to your book's audience. To learn more about her and to see a sample of her portfolio, please visit: https://jenniaedits.com. Jennia is also a senior editor at Sword & Silk Books. Updated show notes & links at https://piercepress.com/…

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S3E10: Ukrainian volunteers crowdfund for victory 1:14:52

2y ago1:14:52

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In this episode, author Oleg Veretskiy joins Ukrainian wine exporter Tanya Kagitina. Neither had any idea the turn their lives would take on Feb. 24, 2022. In this podcast, we explore how Tanya and her sister pivoted their lives to support the country's struggle for freedom. Tanya is joined by Pierce Press author, Oleg Veretskiy, who likewise gave …

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S3E9: Impact of Video in Book Marketing with Edie Clarke 20:29

2y ago20:29

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Today we preview this exciting session at the IPNE Conference on Nov. 3-4 with Edie Clarke, an experienced, and can we say gifted, video producer and YouTube strategist. Edie works with client to how how they can use video to grow organically, how different video types can highlight expertise and engage audiences. She demonstrates YouTube's potenti…

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AI in publishing 17:14

2y ago17:14

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As Artificial Intelligence begins to transform some aspects of publishing, this episode of the IPG Podcast gets an expert overview of the subject from Nadim Sadek, founder and CEO of AI marketing specialist Shimmr, and author of 'Shimmer, Don't Shake', a guide to embracing AI in our industry. Nadim shares his views on the opportunities and challeng…

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Large print in publishing 15:43

2y ago15:43

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Large print books help millions of people to read content they couldn't otherwise access—but it's a format that doesn't always get the attention it deserves. In this episode of the IPG Podcast Ingram's Laura Dolan shares some great advice for publishers on production, pricing, discoverability and more, and flags useful resources to help.…

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S3E8: The Power of the Story, with Leon Conrad 13:41

2y ago13:41

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All the way from London, award-winning author & IPNE Conference speaker Leon Conrad previews his presentation for the Nov 3-4 Conference. Conrad looks at story from a different angle - exploring the deep structure of story - seeing how thinking about life as story can inform and enhance the quality and joy in the way we live our lives. Conrad discu…

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Reach Readers Through LibraryReads’ Top 10 Books List 36:15

2y ago36:15

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Independent publishers and author publishers are always seeking effective ways to promote their books, and one great way to do so is through LibraryReads. The Executive Director, Rebecca Vnuk, joins "Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to explain how LibraryReads creates a widely read list of must-read, new books based on library staff recom…

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S3E7: DO NOT WRITE A BOOK! (Until you attend this session.) 19:51

2y ago19:51

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You don’t want to miss this high-energy session at the IPNE Conference on Nov. 3-4 with writing and publishing experts Alyssa Berthiaume and Bridgett McGowen-Hawkins. You’ll receive insider secrets on how to avoid some of the biggest writing and publishing mistakes. In short, do not write a book … until you attend this session! Alyssa Berthiaume: A…

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S3E6: LIVE from Ukraine: Author & Frontline Volunteer, Oleg Veretskiy 1:00:58

2y ago1:00:58

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Our new author, Oleg Veretskiy has made the time to come on our livestream to answer your questions and talk about his writing and his work supporting the frontline in Ukraine.We hope you’ll join us for this special opportunity to gain insight into the life of this committed volunteer and writer in Ukraine, Oleg Veretskiy. With this episode, we're …

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S3E5: Emily Enger on "Minimalist Marketing" 18:41

2y ago18:41

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Emily Enger previews her IPNE Conference presentation on how authors can gain visibility, connect with readers, and make industry partnerships without hustling or being constantly overwhelmed. In fact, she says, a "minimalist marketing" strategy is actually better for long-term success. Here workshop will help authors understand why that slow appro…