D. X. Varos, Ltd. is pleased to announce the pending release of “We Have Met the Enemy” by Felicia Watson. There is already Hugo and Nebula Award buzz about this title. One review explaining why is athttp://www.midwestbookreview.com/mbw/mar_19.htm#donovan The views expressed herein are not those of Colorado Independent Publishers Association, its officers or directors. They are
December 2018 CIPA PRESIDENT’S LETTER By: Bob Schram Wishing You Holiday Traditions that Warm Your Heart! “Our many different cultures notwithstanding, there’s something about the holidays that makes the planet communal. Even nations that do not celebrate Christmas can’t help but be caught up in the collective spirit of their neighbors, as twinkling lights dot
November 2018 CIPA PRESIDENT’S LETTER By: Bob Schram What Are You Grateful For? “Gratitude is a powerful catalyst for happiness. It’s the spark that lights a fire of joy in your soul.” –Amy Collette, The Gratitude Connection November Program We have much to be thankful for as members of CIPA. This month for our final
Shaping Your Book: 3 Tips to Create Order from Disarray By Alexandra O’Connell If you are struggling with organization—your book doesn’t have the flow you want, the pieces don’t seem to fit together, your points are muddy—you are not alone. The good news is that, once we fix the organization, other revisions tend to flow
What Makes a Quality Writing Retreat? By Annalisa Parent Opportunities for writers to convene and to create seem almost endless: workshops, classes, library writing groups, and, of course, retreats. There can be so many appealing events, it sometimes seems nigh impossible to choose one that will help to move your writing forward, to help you
October 2018 CIPA PRESIDENT’S LETTER By: Bob Schram What Can I Do for CIPA? Established in 1992, we now celebrate our 26th season as the Colorado Independent Publishers Association. Twenty-six years of serving authors, self-publishers, and professional service providers through the free exchange of information, experience, and expertise. A collaborative effort contributing to successful independent