What I Learned at IBPA University 2013 – Part 1

In two words? A. LOT. The Independent Book Publishers’ Association (IBPA) is for anyone in the independent book industry: printers and graphic sources; logistics and shipping; converter and subscription services; and of course, publishers, writers, and illustrators.. If you are in any way associated with the industry this is YOUR learning and networking opportunity. If you’ve ever sat in on … Read More

Book Review APE: Author, Publisher, Entrepreneur by Guy Kawasaki & Shawn Welch

[amazon_link id=”0988523108″ target=”_blank” container=”” container_class=”” ][/amazon_link]As many readers know, I wear several hats. One of them is the founder of The Reading Tub, a family literacy nonprofit I created in 2003. Our primary mission is to connect families with books that are engaging and meet their interests. My usual reading is books written for a youth audience. In fact, I my … Read More

IBPA Publishing University: Will I see you in Chicago?

The Mom’s Choice Awards will be in the Windy City! On April 26-27, 2013, I will be attending and speaking at IBPA Publishing University 2013. Many of our award-winners in the book categories are self- and independently published authors, so I am excited about the prospect of meeting MCA Honorees! I’m am also quite humbled to be part of a … Read More

New Marketing Opportunities for Authors & Publishers

The foundation of the Mom’s Choice Awards is its commitment to helping individuals – authors, illustrators, entrepreneurs, and business owners – expand their networks and hone their business acumen. It is the least we can do given that they are so committed to helping families grow emotionally, physically and spiritually. They provide products and services that morally sound, promote good will, … Read More