May 15, 2025 (Independent Book Publishers Assn. (IBPA) (via LinkedIn)) –
Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) posted 5 LinkedIn updates from May 8 to May 15, 2025. The organization's posts covered a range of topics relevant to independent publishers, including event participation, AI resources, social media engagement, industry advocacy, and member benefits. Let's explore the key areas of focus for IBPA during this period.
American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference Opportunity
IBPA is offering a valuable opportunity for independent publishers, self-published authors, university presses, and hybrid publishers to showcase their books at the ALA Annual Conference. This event provides exposure to thousands of librarians from across the country, potentially leading to increased visibility and sales for participating publishers. IBPA emphasizes the limited space available and the approaching deadline of May 15, 2025, urging interested parties to register promptly to secure their spot at the IBPA booth.
ALA Conference book display opportunity
AI Resource Center for Members
Recognizing the rapid impact of artificial intelligence on the publishing industry, IBPA has launched a new AI Resource Center exclusively for its members. This comprehensive hub, curated by the IBPA Legislation & Standards Committee, offers a wide range of resources including legal updates and practical tools. The center aims to help independent publishers navigate the use of AI in various aspects of their business, from content creation to back-office operations. This initiative demonstrates IBPA's commitment to keeping its members informed and competitive in an evolving technological landscape.
New AI Resource Center for members
Publishing University (PubU) Social Media Engagement
IBPA is promoting its upcoming Publishing University event in Saint Paul with a social media contest. Attendees are encouraged to share their experiences, insights, and favorite moments from the conference on social media platforms using a specific hashtag and tagging IBPA. This engagement strategy not only increases visibility for the event but also offers participants the chance to win one of two $50 gift cards from bookshop.org, sponsored by Bowker. The contest runs from May 15-17, coinciding with the event dates.
PubU social media contest announcement
Advocacy Against Funding Cuts to Literary and Cultural Institutions
IBPA is raising awareness about recent moves to terminate National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) literary grants and proposals to eliminate cultural institutions such as the NEA, National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). An IBPA board member explains the potential impact of these cuts on literary fiction and small presses, particularly those serving marginalized communities. The organization is encouraging its members to understand these developments and their implications for the publishing industry, highlighting the importance of advocacy in preserving support for literary and cultural initiatives.
Advocacy against cultural funding cuts
Enhanced Member Benefits with IngramSpark
IBPA has announced significant improvements to its member benefits through a partnership with IngramSpark. The enhanced package now includes doubled perks such as two free revisions per month and two free 30-minute IngramSpark Connect sessions monthly. Members continue to enjoy a 10% printing discount on Pub Direct orders of 50 or more copies, as well as a new 10% discount on the Title Discovery Program. These expanded benefits aim to provide more value to IBPA members, offering support in book production, strategy development, and increasing discoverability. The announcement also serves as an incentive for non-members to join the association.
Enhanced IngramSpark benefits for members
In conclusion, IBPA's LinkedIn activity during this period reflects its multifaceted approach to supporting independent publishers. From offering promotional opportunities and educational resources to advocating for industry interests and enhancing member benefits, IBPA continues to demonstrate its commitment to the success and growth of independent publishing. These initiatives collectively aim to empower publishers with the tools, knowledge, and opportunities needed to thrive in an increasingly complex and competitive industry landscape.
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