Just HOW do you do it . . . get from manuscript to marketplace? Find out at the next BAIPA meeting on June 13 from 9am to 4pm.
Morning Session
In the morning program, you will hear the travels, travails, and tips from a panel of fellow BAIPA members who have successfully navigated the Road to Publication.
First-timer John Brooks wrote a memoir about his daughter called The Girl Behind the Door. It won the IBPA Silver Award in the Parenting and Family category.
Karin Fisher-Golton wrote My Amazing Day: A Celebration of Wonder and Gratitude, which was a finalist in the Foreword Reviews‘ 2013 INDIEFAB Book of the Year Award, Picture Book, Early Reader category.
Laurie King wrote Lost, Kidnapped, Eaten Alive! True Stories from a Curious Traveler, which Kirkus Reviews called “An engaging, meticulously observed journey that brings other cultures alive.” Author Michael Shapiro called it a “rollicking ride” from start to finish. Laurie has also won “Best essay/story” awards from the Bay Area Travel Writers, as well as a number of other recognitions.
Lee Foster wrote Minnesota Boy: Growing Up in Mid-America, Mid-20th Century. Lee has won eight Lowell Thomas Awards, the highest awards in his chosen field of travel publishing. He has been named Travel Journalist of the Year.
Bill McGinnis wrote Whitewater: A Thriller as well as Whitewater Rafting, a bible for the sport. He is founder of Whitewater Voyages.
The speakers will also be available in the afternoon, when they will conduct short workshops on these topics: Planning a Book Launch; How to Crowdfund; EBook Publishing Strategies, Twitter . . . and more.
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.