Events
Upcoming Events
Lunchtime Learning: All About Podcasts
Hear from two special guests, Katie Sparks of The Audio Agency Ltd. and LeAnna Weller Smith of Weller Smith Design, as they share insights about how podcasts can benefit all members of the creative community.
Past Events
Industry Insider: Publishing Thought Leader Mike Shatzkin
If you are a book packager, work with book packagers, or are interested in becoming one, sign up for this essential Industry Insider event to hear Mike Shatzkin, founder and CEO of the Idea Logical Company, talk about publishing, changes, and how they impact book packagers.
Industry Insider: State of the Art Bookmaking
Learn from industry leaders as they share first-hand knowledge and best practice skills for working with major in-house production teams and international print operations.
Industry Insider: Graphic Novels 101
Hear from two experienced ABPA book producers at this informative Lunchtime Learning event as they share the unique way that graphic novels are created and how you can make them part of your world.
Industry Insider: An Inside Look at ReaderLink’s Publishing
Join Peter Norton, vice president and publisher, as he shares the latest news about this robust book program that includes seven imprints: Canelo U.S., Canterbury Classics, Dreamtivity, Portable Press, Silver Dolphin Press, Studio Fun International, and Thunder Bay Press.
ABPA Happy Hour (Members Only): Special Guest Jim Milliot, Publishers Weekly
On April 15th, Jim will return to discuss the changes the pandemic has wrought in our industry—some bad, some good, some temporary, and some that may just stick.
Industry Insider: A Publishing Conversation with Michael Cader of Publishers Lunch
Looking to better understand publishing today? Join Michael Cader, founder of Publishers Lunch and Publishers Marketplace, and ABPA board member Dinah Dunn as they discuss the state of the industry on October 18.
Watercooler Wednesday October 11
We hope you can join us for our next members-only Watercooler Wednesday on October 11th. We’ll continue to network, reinforce existing connections, and make new bonds.
Creating Winning Proposals
Please join the American Book Producers Association for an exciting and diverse line-up of publisher proposals from fellow ABPA book producers.
Industry Insider: The Ultimate Insider’s Take on Publishing
Please join the American Book Producers Association for a special ABPA Industry Insider event with special guest Jim Milliot, editorial director of Publishers Weekly on September 28 at 5pm Eastern
Lunchtime Learning: Trends and Opportunities in Spoken Audio
Please join us for Lunchtime Learning: Trends and Opportunities in Spoken Audio, on Wednesday, July 19th, from 2:00 – 3:00 pm ET
For members only, we’re hosting regular Happy Hours with special guests, giving you exclusive access to key industry players. The informal setting and limited audience provide an ideal forum for frank and engaging discussion. Happy Hour special guests are more likely to share candidly in this casual venue. Check your email for invitations to these private events.