The Book Strategy Session Every Indie Publisher Should Have with Their Team & Authors
In this episode of “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA), PTP Press Publisher Joylynn Ross explains why one of the most important conve...
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"Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)" wants to make you a smarter publisher by giving you access to powerful ideas, strategies, and tools for success. Our interview guests are independ...
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20 of 127 episodesHow to Build Sustainable Business Growth through Niche Publishing
In this episode of “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA),” AdventureKEEN Publisher and COO Molly Merkle shares advice about the power o...
The Book Editing Roadmap: Every Stage Your Book Needs
The Editorial Freelancers Association’s Director of Professional Development Asher Rose Fox demystifies what it really takes for independent...
An Insider’s Guide to Selling Your Books to Schools and Educators
Breaking into the education market can transform your publishing business—but many independent publishers and author-publishers don’t know w...
From Local to Global: How Independent Publishers Land International Rights Deals
Want to take your books beyond the U.S. and into global markets—but not sure where to start? In this episode, Gryphon Publishing Consulting...
Live Events, Real Results: Marketing, Logistics & Sales Tips for Independent Publishers
In a crowded marketplace, a well-executed in-person event can do more than sell books—it can elevate a publisher’s brand, build lasting read...
Funding 101 for Independent Publishers: Grants, Fellowships, and Other Creative Ways to Raise Money
Running an independent press on a tight budget? You’re not alone — and you’re not out of options. This episode of Inside Independent Publish...
Unlocking AI: Expert Tips Every Independent Publisher Needs Now
Every single day, there are news stories about artificial intelligence (AI)—most notably, controversies about unethical practices by compani...
Audiobooks: Insider Tips to Produce & Sell Titles More Profitably
Audiobook sales have been on the rise for many years, and they show no signs of stopping; so many independent publishers are hoping to take...
Best (and Worst) Book Marketing Strategies
The question that IBPA staff probably gets asked the most by publishers is: How do I sell more books. We’re always happy to help, so IBPA’s...
How to Find Your Book Publishing Niche to Thrive
Canadian publisher Page Two found their publishing niche early on, honed it to perfection, and have had great success since then. It’s alway...
How to Create a Sensational Book Marketing Plan
Do you have an organized, detailed, strategic marketing plan for every book that you publish? President and Founder of Media Kit Buzz Brian...
How Do You Set Up a Hybrid Publishing Company?
Should you set up your publishing company as a hybrid publisher? To help answer that question, Broad Book Group’s co-founder Dr. Jennifer Do...
Savvy Strategies for Book Advertising on Google, Facebook, Instagram, & More
Advertising on Google, Facebook, Instagram, and various social media sites can be exceptional exposure for your books and possibly lead to m...
Improve Book Marketing Strategies by Understanding Reader Habits
Understanding reader habits can help independent publishers and author-publishers improve their book marketing strategies, hopefully boostin...
How Independent Publishers Can Maximize Their Author’s Bookselling Reach
The more independent publishers and their authors work together on their book marketing efforts, the better chance they have of selling more...
Which Book Distributor is the Right Fit for Your Goals - IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, Or Another?
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 out...
Amazon: How to Strengthen Book Sales & Discoverability
Amazon is still the world’s largest bookseller, so naturally, many independent publishers and author publishers want to know how they can su...
Increase Profits by Selling Clever Book-Related Products
Publishing books is the main focus and source of revenue for independent publishers, but there are many alternative revenue streams that can...
Pitching for Publicity from Podcasts, Blogs, and More
To garner as much attention for your books as possible, it’s important for independent publishers and author publishers to connect with audi...