Author Nation (formerly Author Expo)
Nov 10, 2026 - Nov 13, 2026
IBPA Publishing University 2027
May 20, 2027 - May 22, 2027
Baltimore, United States
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About IBPA Publishing University
A vital event for independent publishers, featuring sessions that provide practical advice and industry insights to help indie publishers grow and succeed.
IBPA Publishing University 2027
IBPA Publishing University 2027 runs 20–22 May 2027 in Baltimore, Maryland.
IBPA Publishing University is the Independent Book Publishers Association's educational event for independent, hybrid, university, nonprofit and self-publishing professionals, rotating cities each year with multi-track, faculty-led programming.
Key Topics
- Independent and self-publishing
- Book marketing and distribution
- Publishing business operations
- Author-publisher education
Upcoming Book Fairs
All book fairs →Miami Book Fair International
Nov 15, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026
Guadalajara International Book Fair
Nov 28, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026
Frequently asked questions
When is IBPA Publishing University 2027?
IBPA Publishing University 2027 runs May 20, 2027 – May 22, 2027.
Where is IBPA Publishing University 2027 held?
IBPA Publishing University 2027 takes place in Baltimore, United States.
How do I register for IBPA Publishing University 2027?
Registration is handled by the organizer, Independent Book Publishers Association — details and passes are on the official website.
Before you go to IBPA Publishing University 2027
For Attendees & Exhibitors · 5 min read
What to Wear to a Trade Show: Exhibitor & Attendee Dress Code Guide
By role and by industry — what reads as professional, what reads as out-of-place, and what your feet will thank you for at hour eight.
For Exhibitors · 6 min read
First-Time Trade Show Exhibitor Checklist
A 90-day countdown, on-site survival, and 30-day post-show follow-up — the things first-time exhibitors forget until it's expensive.
For Attendees · 4 min read
Trade Show vs Convention vs Conference vs Expo
What actually separates a trade show from a convention, conference, or expo — and how to figure out which one you're attending.