Want to practice reading your book for an audience? Or maybe reciting some poetry? Get some good practice at the upcoming events below.
POETRY FARM – Led by Eric Baxter – Second Wednesday of the Month, 7-9pm at Dr. Insomniac’s Coffee Shop, 800 Grant Ave, Novato (corner of Reichert and Grant Avenue near the Whole Foods). Open mic signup is 6:45pm; contact Ericbaxtera1@gmail.com to be on Main Reader’s List. Open mic reading is 5-8 minutes; Main Reader is 10 minutes. To be on mailing list contact Eric Baxter. Poetry, prose, anything goes.
WEST END CAFE – Led by Charselle – First Wednesday of the Month, 7-9pm at West End Cafe, 1131 Fourth Street, San Rafael; Open Mic time is 5 minutes, more if main reader. To be on mailing list, contact kdickinson@bactrain.com. Poetry, Prose.
REBOUND BOOKS – Led by Noel and Toni – Last Wednesday of Month, 7-9pm at Rebound Bookstore, 1611 4th Street, San Rafael (west end of 4th St); (415)-482-0550. Contact Noel to be on Main Reader List (10-15 minutes mic time) Open mic time is 5 minutes. Poetry/Prose.
WU WEI TEA TEMPLE – Tracy Brien, Owner. (415) 516-2578. Every Sunday Evening 7-10pm, 1820 Sir Francis Drake, Fairfax. Open mic time 15 minutes. Poetry/Prose, Comedy, Music.
KALEIDOSCOPE COFFEE – Led by Cassidy, Owner. 109 Park Place, Pt. Richmond, (town square). Tuesdays, 9:30pm “Storytelling Open Mic” up to 15 minutes; Every Thursday 7-9:30 pm “General Open Mic” Music, Poetry/Prose, Comedy 5-8 minutes to express your art.
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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.