How to Get Book Reviews That Count: Looking For Love in All the Right Places BAIPA 7.8.23 chat 20-year veteran book review editor Patti Thorn offers a lively discussion on book reviews from A to Z. In an age where people count on reviews for everything from refrigerators to restaurants, book reviews are key to an author’s success. But how to get them? In this presentation, attendees will learn why reviews are important, as [...]
Audiobooks: From Pre-Production to Distribution What you Need to Know Now BAIPA President and CEO and founder of Pro Audio Voices, Becky Parker Geist There are big changes in the audiobook world as well as new production and distribution options (including AI). What does it mean for authors with an audiobook already or for those considering an audio? How can you guarantee yourself a return on your audiobook investment? Is there a way to actually [...]
What Do Authors Need to Know About Amazon NOW? with Ruth Schwartz Apologies that due to SO much going on with the hybrid meeting, that we didn't remember to hit Record until we were well into the presentation. Learn the essentials of publishing with Amazon in 2023. Ruth will cover the latest changes and news from Amazon/KDP etc., including what “new” formats and color options are available through KDP, Amazon Author pages, Kindle Unlimited, and more. [...]
How to Be Memorable: A PR & Marketing Expert shares tips to transform your author business Dave Farrow BAIPA 4.1.23 cht Dave Farrow is a Guinness Record Holder for Memory turned PR Expert. He will be sharing his tips for memorable marketing and business success. In this session, Dave will teach you mnemonic marketing secrets to transform your business and make your author brand unforgettable! Key Takeaways include: Explore different ways to align your story [...]
How to Sell More Books Using Metadata Shelley Adina BAIPA 3.4.23 chat BAIPA 3.4.23 meeting_saved_chat Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple, Kobo, and Google Play all run on algorithms, but each of them is different. Each provides their own tools to authors to help them become more visible to the right readers. But how is an author or small press to know what works best where? And how do you even decide whether to publish on [...]
Writing Can be so “Taxing” Chris Morris, CPA Presentation Slides BAIPA 2.18.23 chat Most writers and authors don’t exactly get excited about taxes or accounting. Actually, it probably stresses you out…but it doesn’t have to. Get answers to the most commonly asked questions from a CPA who specializes in authors. This workshop will cover the following topics: What you can and cannot write off When it makes sense to hire a CPA When you have [...]
Due to a communication glitch, our planned speaker was not able to attend. So, we instead had this fascinating conversation about AI, Translation and Language. BAIPA chat 2.4.23_1 More chat that the website wouldn't let me upload as a txt: 09:07:53 From Pauline Wiles | Websites for Authors to Everyone: Excellent site for all things SEO, and for leveraging your blog posts: https://loveatfirstsearch.com/ 09:08:54 From Arlene Miller to Everyone: I have had a weekly blog [...]
Using Short Works to Grow Your Author Business Matty Dalrymple, The Indy Author Slide Presentation BAIPA 1.7.23 meeting_saved_chat Related article Matty wrote on this topic Matty Dalrymple discusses Using Short Works to Grow Your Author Business, including using non-fiction books as calling cards to other income streams and using short fiction to interest readers in longer works. On the non-fiction front, Matty uses her own experience with her short non-fiction works (Taking the Short Tack: Creating Income and [...]
You CAN Tell a Book by Its Cover: How to make sure your book cover is doing its job — regardless of medium or genre with David Kudler: author, publisher, and expert provider of design and editorial services to independent publishers You may not be able to judge a book by its cover — but that doesn’t mean that people don’t every day. Your cover has a very important job to do, so are you [...]
The Three-Step Formula for Building an Author Platform Fauzia Burke, Founder and President FSB Associates Every author’s online platform is his or her biggest asset, and creating one is vitally important for your long-term success. However, there have never been more demands on an author’s time than today. In this session, you will learn which efforts are worth your time and which ones are a distraction. Whether you’re just starting out in your marketing efforts [...]
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
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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.