With over 3,500 members, IBPA is the largest publishing trade association in the United States.
It is the most established and recognized book award dedicated to the craft of independent publishing.
Prizes are given in a number of categories including Bill Fisher Award for Best First Book.
[5][6] Over 190 judges including IBPA members, as well as librarians, reviewers, editors and bookstore owners choose the winners and provide feedback to the authors about their books.
Hosted annually, the program includes learning labs and a book-award ceremony.