If you're an independent publisher and would like to be part of our wonderful #publishing community then we'd love to hear from you! Drop us a DM to find out more about joining the IPG. #booksky

Are you looking for work in #publishing? Then do explore our popular jobs board, one of the industry's go-to destinations for publishing vacancies 👉 bit.ly/2Zt85SE You’ll find some great opportunities in a variety of roles, sectors and locations. See thread below for current vacancies #booksky 👇

Keynotes, case studies, breakouts, workshops and the best networking in publishing… the IPG’s Autumn Conference is an unmissable day out. Join us in London on Thursday 10 September 👉 buff.ly/uJyoHW6 #Publishing #booksky #IPGAC

We were very sorry to learn of the death of Adrian Driscoll and we send our condolences to Adrian’s family and his many friends & colleagues in publishing. Thank you to Dick Warner, Chairman at @classprofessional.bsky.social for providing more memories of Adrian in this obituary buff.ly/NvLtUFb

The IPG’s trade publishing correspondent Will Atkinson rounds up recent news of interest to publishers in his latest update, including the Reading for Pleasure report and book-to-film deals. Now available to read here👉 buff.ly/sLcGXFC #booksky #publishing

We’re delighted to report that the IPG’s Independent Publishing Awards has been shortlisted for Best Celebratory Event at the 2026 Association Excellence Awards! 🥳 We’re very grateful to all the members, supporters and judges who make the Independent Publishing Awards so special buff.ly/QApzt8S

The IPG’s policy correspondent @georgewalkley.com considers what a new Prime Minister and the rejigging of government departments and Cabinet could mean for publishers and businesses in his latest policy update. Available to read here👉 buff.ly/igagsxO #booksky #publishing

Nathan Hollier, chair of the Independent Publishing Network Australia, has filed his latest briefing for IPG members👉 buff.ly/6yrKExp Included is a round-up of news and issues, including sales trends, prizes, publishing controversies, bookselling, and the ban on social media for under-16s.

Our ‘Master AI in Publishing' online training with @georgewalkley.com has helped hundreds of our members turn AI from a threat into a strategic advantage and provides practical takeaways that can be applied straight away. The next date to attend is 15 July, for more info visit buff.ly/Q3G3iLZ

The IPG will host a collective stand at this year’s @gardnersbooks.bsky.social Trade Show on 20 Sept and publisher members are welcome to join it! The show provides a good opportunity to showcase your titles and make new retail contacts, email us for more info info@independentpublishersguild.com

The IPG’s trade publishing correspondent Will Atkinson looks at the booksmaxxing phenomenon and rounds up news around sales, audio, royalties, and more in his latest update. Now available to read here👉 buff.ly/8nhcPYn #booksky #publishing

We’ll be at the @plslicensing.bsky.social Conference next Thursday 2 July, do come by and say hello! (it's free to attend) You’ll also be able to hear from this year’s IPA AI Award winner @bdspublishing.bsky.social with a case study on AI in action. For more info visit buff.ly/Rrby2js #booksky

The IPG’s policy advisor @georgewalkley.com rounds up recent developments around social media, Google search services, Arts Council England funding and AI in his June policy update. He also examines likely impacts for publishers with a new Prime Minister. Read more 👉 buff.ly/q1ivsaV #booksky

Our People in Independent Publishing June newsletter is now live and has a special focus on three winners of the 2026 Independent Publishing Awards! There are some great insights from our members @magiccatpublishing.bsky.social, Colour Your Streets and @nosycrow.bsky.social 👉 buff.ly/NUvT15h

The IPG’s Carbon Calculator Club will be meeting online on 29 June where we’ll be sharing details of a new template to help publishers gather carbon emissions data relating to paper, printing and production. To find out more and register your place visit buff.ly/y3fqkxG

Looking to improve book discoverability and sales? Good metadata is essential to selling books online and our Skills Hub course offers a practical, realistic approach for prioritising metadata work and improving online sales performance. Find out more here buff.ly/FUqzYaP #booksky #publishing

Tomorrow marks the start of #IndieBookshopWeek and it’s an extra-special 20th anniversary occasion this year! This is a great opportunity to show support for our many friends in independent bookselling. Visit @booksaremybag.bsky.social website for more details buff.ly/6MtNRya #booksky

We'll be attending the @plslicensing.bsky.social ​(PLS) Conference on 2 July and we're thrilled that IPG member and winner of this year's AI award @bdspublishing.bsky.social will be delivering a publishing case study session on AI in action. You can sign up to attend for free here buff.ly/HwQiv9f

If you are seeking partners for audiobooks, IPG members can take advantage of a new directory of audio suppliers on the IPG Skills Hub👉 buff.ly/wavN5YQ Compiled by Jessica Barnfield of ZEBRALUTION, who gave a fantastic introduction to audiobook production and sales at our recent Summer Summit.

How can you decide if a company’s AI software is suitable for your business? Our checklist developed for IPG members by @georgewalkley.com provides a framework for evaluating products and services that use AI and helps you assess whether they fit with your needs and values buff.ly/uwO731w

There’s still time to book your place at a range of AI Short Courses between 10 - 23 June Led by @georgewalkley.com, these 90 min online sessions will provide focused, actionable insights to help reduce your workload and improve your output in five key areas. For more info visit buff.ly/FTEuVIK

The IPG’s trade publishing correspondent Will Atkinson reflects on AI legal cases and prize controversies and takes a look at publishing in translation and public funding for publishers in his latest update. Now available to read here👉 buff.ly/dkVBp0O #booksky #publishing

Huge congratulations to all those shortlisted for the 2026 Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing Prize! It's great to see so many independent publishers on the list 🙌 To find out more visit www.wilbur-niso-smithfoundation.org/index.php?p=... #booksky #publishing Image © The Book Photographer

At our recent Summer Summit we included an introduction to a new collective AI licensing opportunity to publishers developed by @plslicensing.bsky.social with @cla.co.uk and @alcs.co.uk To find out more, visit www.pls.org.uk/generative-a...

@ipsuk.bsky.social invites IPG members to a free Unlocking the Australian Book Market webinar on 3 June. Suitable for both those exploring Australia for the first time and those looking to strengthen their presence, it will provide insider insights and opportunities. More info here buff.ly/9M0KOql

Want to learn more about the world of independent #publishing? Join the SYP's online ‘Indie Press Panel’ event on 1 June featuring speakers from @averyhill.bsky.social, @swiftpress.bsky.social and @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social For more info and to book your place visit buff.ly/xb8Tbwx #booksky

It's Global Accessibility Awareness Day so what better way to mark it than by booking onto our Accessibility and Publishing training on 18 June. Led by Simon Mellins, this course will help you ensure your content is fully accessible and legally compliant. For more info visit buff.ly/4zUxUQg #GAAD

The IPG’s policy advisor @georgewalkley.com analyses the likely impacts of the King’s Speech, compares issues facing UK and US publishers, and rounds up developments in AI litigation in his May policy update. Read more here👉 buff.ly/8iUtmcP #booksky #publishing

Will you be joining us at our online Summer Summit on Wednesday? We’ll be covering four big issues: AI, accessibility, sustainability and workplace wellbeing. The event is free to attend for all IPG members (with a modest charge for others). To book your place visit buff.ly/oWwdGpp #booksky

What does it take to start up your own publishing company? In our latest People in Independent Publishing newsletter. Kirstin Howgate, founder of @howgatepublishing.bsky.social discusses the rollercoaster ride of life as a small military specialist publisher. Read more here buff.ly/BOPGdfo