BAIPA members are encouraged to submit posts for the BAIPA blog. Tell us about book signings, meet n’ greets at bookstores, book fairs, book conferences, tips about self-publishing, and experiences during the indie-publishing process that would enlighten (or amuse!) BAIPA members. The usual length for a blog post is 250-350 words. Send items to news@baipa.org.- If you are writing about an upcoming book signing or Meet & Greet, include the time and day of the event, the address, and the title and subject of your book. It is best to send your article to the blog editors at least two weeks before the event.
- Longer posts (possibly a 2-or-3-part article) might focus on the background of how a BAIPA author decided to write about a particular topic, what the writing process was like (easy/fun or challenging/hard), how the author found members of his or her team (publishing consultant, cover designer, layout designer, editor, proofreader, PR person, marketing advisor, etc.), and what a book signing and/or book tour is really like.
- Please include photos and/or images (for example, your book cover and headshot) if you have them, and links to events.
- Send your articles as Word documents (or, if very short articles, in the body of an email) to: news@baipa.org. Remember, you must be a BAIPA member to post on the blog.
Remember that Blog posts go out once a week in an e-mail blast on Sundays. Please submit several days in advance of when you hope your submission will be included.
The BAIPA blog will become more lively and interesting as more BAIPA members contribute articles. Thanks for participating!
Management of the BAIPA blog is a volunteer position. Would you like to help?
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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.