Our BAIPA President, Becky Parker Geist, will be presenting at this event. And it’s a great learning and networking opportunity.
Registration is now open for PPN’s 2025 conference Fast Forward: Staying Grounded in the Changing Landscape of Book Publishing featuring a keynote address by author and digital marketing and AI expert Fauzia Burke to kick off the day. It will be Friday, April 25, 2025, at the David Brower Center in downtown Berkeley. This is an in-person-only event.
Register now to take advantage of our early bird discounts (early bird rates end soon! just extended to 3/28): PPN Conference 2025
Join us for a day of exciting conversations, networking, and wisdom from industry experts from Bay Area publishers and organizations including Transit Books, Center for the Collaborative Classroom, North Atlantic Books, ODDUA AUDIO, Thinking Ink Press, Asia Pacific Offset, UC Press, BR Printers, VIZ Media, Sagawa River Press, and Hemlock Printers, to name a few.
The conference will offer practical sessions to help you navigate the ever- and fast-changing world of book publishing. Topics covered will include innovation on a tight budget from indie publishers; digital marketing; AI strategies; international rights and book translation; neurodiversity; the production, distribution, and marketing of audiobooks; trends and challenges in printing and manufacturing; the freelance landscape; and more. A light breakfast, full lunch, and afternoon snacks will be served.
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There are some sponsorships available. Apply by 4/7/25.
Author
One of my favorite things about BAIPA is its culture of generosity, the willingness — even eagerness — to share what we have each learned in the process of bringing stories to life. We provide educational programs, networking, marketing opportunities, encouragement, and information on industry vendors and services. And lots of one-on-one advice and mentoring.
We welcome all who have an interest in making connections within the world of independent publishing and learning more about how to publish and sell their work successfully. Together we are raising the standard of independent publishing and helping our members thrive.
Do join us!
—Becky Parker Geist, BAIPA Board of Directors, President
Quick Resources
Current BAIPA members do not need to register for our monthly meetings. The night before the meetings, they will receive the Zoom info. For workshop registration, members can buy a member ticket and will receive the Zoom info the night before the meetings, as well as in the confirmation email.
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