If you’ve come to more than a few BAIPA meetings, you already know that if you want to learn about self-publishing, there’s no better person to learn from than Ruth Schwartz, book midwife, self-publishing consultant, and, we’re thrilled to say, BAIPA board member once again.

She’ll be presenting “Best Practices for Self-Publishing with KDP and IngramSpark,’ February 23 at Book Passage. It’s the monthly meeting of the California Writers Club-Marin. It’s only $5 for CWC members, and $10 for non-members.

Ruth Schwartz

Ruth will explain the basics of how to get the most self-publishing juice from using KDP and IngramSpark efficiently and in the right order, including

  • How to set your book up on KDP, and why to do your paperback first.
  • How KDP makes it easy to add your Kindle edition once the paperback is set up.
  • How to order proofs from KDP.
  • Why to set up your book with IngramSpark — and why you may not need to bother.
  • How to avoid paying any fees to IngramSpark.

Find out more at cwcmarin.com

Author

Becky Parker Geist, BAIPA President, CEO of Pro Audio Voices Inc and AMPlify Audiobooks

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.

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