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 👇

The Book Trade Charity has appointed Andrew Franklin, founder of Profile Books, as president and Meryl Halls, MD of the Booksellers Association (BA) as chair. 👇

Andrew Franklin named Book Trade Charity president as Meryl Halls becomes chair

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The BBC's chief economics correspondent Dharshini David and academic and author Eleanor Drage will headline the Independent Publishers Guild’s 2026 Autumn Conference (@independentpublishersguild.com) in London on 10th September. 👇

Dharshini David and Eleanor Drage to headline IPG Autumn Conference

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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

This is an excellent read from one of the greats of the university press sector and a wonderful longtime supporter of the IPG. Thanks for all you've done Alison 👏

Bristol University Press@brisunipress.bsky.social · 6d ago

In this personal reflection, Alison Shaw shares lessons from 36 years of publishing for social justice – from building Policy Press and Bristol University Press to championing the role of evidence, accessibility and public good. Read on Transforming Society: https://ow.ly/V1uk50Zuzfj

📣 Bookings are open for the IPG’s 2026 Autumn Conference! Join us in London on Thursday 10 September for one of the biggest and best events of the publishing year. We've frozen prices this year so it's better value than ever! Book your place now 👉 buff.ly/uJyoHW6 #Publishing #booksky #IPGAC

Congratulations to @serpents-tail.bsky.social @grantabooks.bsky.social @fitzcarraldoeds.bsky.social who fly the flag for independent publishing on this longlist!

The Booker Prizes@thebookerprizes.com · last wk.

‘We are confident that our longlist of books has something for everyone’ We are delighted to reveal the Booker Prize 2026 longlist. Huge congratulations to the authors who make up this year's Booker Dozen. ➡️ Discover the full list: thebookerprizes.com/bp2026

Did you know that IPG members have access to around 30 exclusive deals on publishing products and services? Check out the latest discounts here bit.ly/4fJ22k3

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 welcome Just Bear With Us to the IPG membership. A creative studio and illustration house for children’s books, the team introduce their services and share some thoughts on independent publishing in this Q&A blog buff.ly/9yTT0jV #booksky #publishing

Meet the community: Just Bear With Us

Meet Just Bear With Us, a specialist children's book creative studio helping authors and publishers bring stories to life through illustration, design and publishing support

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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

We're delighted to welcome Beat Technology to the IPG membership and to find out more about how their digital solutions can help publishers connect with readers and grow audiences, check out their Q&A on our blog👉 buff.ly/HU7xiUI #booksky #publishing

Meet the community: Beat Technology

Meet IPG member Beat Technology and discover how its digital solutions help publishers connect with readers, grow audiences and unlock new opportunities in publishing.

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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 👇

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

Huge congrats to everyone featured on @thebookseller.com's Rising Stars 2026 list! Great to see so many of our members on there 🙌 #publishing #booksky

The Bookseller@thebookseller.com · last mo.

The 16th list of the trade’s up-and-comers sees a group united by talent, ambition – and a desire to shake up the industry.👇

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

Great evening at Parliament celebrating British Intellectual Property Day with my @independentpublishersguild.com hat on. Thanks to hosts Sir John Whittingdale, the Alliance for IP, @alcs.co.uk and @plslicensing.bsky.social.

ALCS@alcs.co.uk · last mo.

James Frith MP, speaking at Parliament for #BritishIPDay2026: "Whether you're a songwriter or artist, copyright is vital to ensure you are paid for your work. This Government wants to ensure that we continue to encourage and reward investment in human creativity."

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 👇

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

@plslicensing.bsky.social (PLS) has announced that over 250 UK publishers have opted in to its collective AI licensing scheme, launched earlier this year at London Book Fair (LBF). 👇

Over 250 UK publishers opt in to collective AI licensing scheme

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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

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 👇

IPG members - are you taking full advantage of your membership benefits? If you think you might be missing out on something, join us for a short webinar on 30 June for a reminder of all the resources, services and events available to you. Register your place here buff.ly/i2uVylj

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