The Publisher's Coach

06/17/2026

Learn how you, too, as an indie publisher/author C**A member can participate at a C**A B&N Book Fair. More C**A B&N Book Fairs will be scheduled at different B&N locations.

06/17/2026

Visit with C**A member authors and support C**A ELF's education and literacy efforts at Barnes & Noble in Glendale, CO on Sunday June 28, 2026 from 10:00 to 5:00.
These eleven talented C**A member authors will have their books available for sale, and will happily provide a personalized autograph. Portions of all sales at Barnes & Noble during the C**A book fair will benefit the C**A Education and Literacy Foundation (C**A ELF) a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization - just use the code 12949830 when you check out. You can also use this code for online B&N purchases for 5 days, starting on June 28.
Barnes & Noble

Visit with C**A member authors and support C**A ELF's education and literacy efforts at the Barnes & Noble, 960 S. Colorado Blvd in Glendale, CO on Sunday June 28, 2026 from 10:00 to 5:00.

Ten talented C**A member authors will have their books available for sale, and will happily provide a personalized autograph. Portions of all sales at Barnes & Noble during the C**A Book Fair will benefit the C**A Education and Literacy Foundation (C**A ELF) a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization - just use the code 12949830 when you check out. You can also use this code for online B&N purchases for 5 days, starting on June 28.
Barnes & Noble

06/08/2026

She was an amazing photographer and poet during challenging times for women. Anne Brigman's Songs is available at Amazon and elsewhere. Published by James Rhem & Associates, LLC
https://www.amazon.com/Anne-Brigmans-Songs-Photographs-Poems/dp/B0G4NPVX24/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2BRIZFNTU18VL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.u6Z0BJQPz0sN4bw79eEaKWCBWtBcjXF0HPmiGbLB751DWmMz5y9IVqIj2qpztNiGGjwjjyHMsIGhPj-kFosyWfOvGzCbL_o0Ejit8SrmiTjsm-Pcbkjp7scxbyCx9ez9rBErcvw2823HF2wfXHpht1oaT0PmR3gpad9C2e9ZCwx3U2MeZJkIi_3YCVHXwmoa9XqigACHj9sbOYjF_YywHJH4fOgncmalvWbjC_y4tpE.RhMPzY25cX8gsgdQVkrUiYfUPynaNmqkibFg93kYX9I&dib_tag=se&keywords=ann+brigman+books&qid=1780947814&sprefix=ann+brigman%27s%2Caps%2C205&sr=8-2

06/07/2026

C**A's June 18th Monthly Meeting Program is on Book Distribution Options and Sales Models and C**A's membership will also hold the annual business meeting. Registration info will be posted shortly.

C**A's JUNE 18th MEETING PROGRAM IS ON BOOK DISTRIBUTION OPTIONS AND SALES MODELS. It's the last monthly meeting of C**A's 2025-26 season so it's also C**A's Annual Membership Business Meeting.
More information and registration link to be posted shortly.

05/23/2026

BECOME AN AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR, INCREASE YOUR BOOK'S CREDIBILITY AND ENHANCE YOUR PRESENCE IN THE MARKETPLACE!

05/23/2026

C**A Was Well-Represented at the PPLD Mountain of Authors Event!

Last Saturday, May 16th, several members of the Board of Directors from C**A and C**A ELF along with some C**A member authors and publishers were at our C**A tables at the annual Pike's Peak Library District's Mountain of Authors event in Colorado Springs displaying and selling members' books and providing information about C**A and the C**A Education and Literacy Foundation. Thanks to Diane Windsor of Motina Books Publishing, Ann Cunningham and Sara Frances for ensuring C**A was well-represented at the annual event.

05/05/2026

Another great opportunity for C**A member authors/publishers to promote and sell their books at Barnes & Noble with a percent of sales benefitting C**A ELF to support the organization's literacy programs.

A new partnership between C**A and Barnes & Noble brings a valuable opportunity to put your book directly in front of readers—inside a high-traffic retail environment.

C**A Member Book Fair at Barnes & Noble – Glendale, CO

This event is designed to give C**A authors increased visibility, direct sales opportunities, and a chance to connect with local readers.

Key Details:

* A percentage of all sales will benefit the C**A Education and Literacy Foundation (ELF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization.
* Participating authors must attend in person
* Books must be distributed through Ingram to qualify
* Space is limited and will be filled on a first-come basis

This is not just another listing opportunity—this is real shelf space, real foot traffic, and real sales potential.

Ready to participate?

Contact [email protected] to secure your spot.

If your book is properly distributed and market-ready, this is exactly the kind of exposure you should be leveraging.

Act quickly—availability is limited.

05/03/2026

GREAT OPPORTUNITY for C**A Members to Market and Sell Their Books! Collective of Independent Publishers and Authors - C**A
C**A will have two 6ft tables at the PPLD Mountain of Authors event on May 16th and C**A members can showcase their books and be there to sell them to attendees. There's no fee for C**A members to participate but they must contact C**A Board Member Diane Windsor to secure a spot. An announcement was emailed to members:
C**A members are invited to showcase their books at the upcoming Mountain of Authors 2026 hosted by the Pikes Peak Library District.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Location: Library 21c, 1175 Chapel Hills Dr., Colorado Springs, CO
Admission: Free (no registration required)
This well-attended annual event features panel discussions, author networking, and a public showcase of local authors.
C**A Member Opportunity (Limited Time):
Have your book displayed at the C**A table—at no cost.
* Deadline to participate: Contact Diane by Tuesday, May 12
* Book delivery deadline: Must be received by Thursday, May 14
* Limit: One book per author
Important:
If you want to sell your book at the event, you must be present and handle your own transactions. C**A will not sell books on your behalf.
For participation details, contact Diane directly:
Email: [email protected]

Calling all book lovers and aspiring writers!

Join us for the 2026 Mountain of Authors program, presented by Friends of The Pikes Peak Library District on Saturday, May 16, from 12–5 p.m. at Library 21c!

Enjoy an inspiring keynote from Randi Samuelson-Brown, explore the Local Author Showcase featuring 70+ talented writers, and don’t miss engaging panel discussions plus writing workshops designed especially for tweens and teens.

Come celebrate stories, creativity, and our amazing local author community! 📖💫