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Together, We're Stronger

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Featuring hands-on sessions, in-depth workshops, and the in-person magic you can’t duplicate on Zoom, IBPA Publishing University 2026 will empower you and your publishing program!

  • Celebrate and live IBPA’s motto of "helping each other achieve and succeed!"

  • Educational tracks: Friday's tracks will include "Start Strong Indies," "Established Indies," and "Author Publishers". Saturday's tracks will include "Start Strong Indies," "Author Publishers," and "Hot Topics."

  • Friday breakfast (now included) will be a group "Ask the Experts" opportunity! 

  • Participate in fun networking events built to connect you with other publishers and service providers who offer helpful solutions for publishers like you. And make sure to sign up for IBPA’s ever-popular one-on-one "Ask the Expert" mentoring sessions!

  • Attend a gala dinner and awards ceremony where we'll celebrate the Gold and Silver winners of the 38th annual IBPA Book Awards – come for the reception, enjoy the inspirational speeches, and stay for the after-party!

Preconference Workshops: Four options, To Be Announced.​
 

Networking events, games, and incredible keynotes — we're building the schedule for you now. In the meantime, you can see last year's 2025 schedule here.

Refund Policy. Full refunds available through January 31, 2026.  After January 31, 2026, tickets are non-refundable, but can be transferred to IBPA Publishing University 2027. To request cancellation or a change to your ticket, contact our events team at info@ibpa-online.org.

Five Different Registration Options for IBPA Publishing University 2026:

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​Please note that separate Tickets are required for:

  • IBPA Book Awards™ dinner & ceremony ($90/ticket, which helps offset the cost of food. Our ceremony sponsor, Ingram Content Group, is subsidizing the cost for all attendees. First come, first served until seats sell out. Registration link to come)

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