Indie Author Day 2025: Schedule of Events

Indie Author Day 2025

We’re thrilled to share the lineup for this year’s virtual celebrations, taking place on Friday, November 14th. Whether you’re tuning in from your library, your local writers’ group, or your cozy home workspace, join us for a full afternoon of inspiring panels, expert sessions, and the much-anticipated 2025 Indie Author Project Awards Ceremony, where we’ll reveal this year’s Indie Author of the Year!

All sessions are completely free and open to authors, librarians, and readers alike. Check out the schedule below and register to save your spot in this celebration of indie creativity and community.

Schedule of Events

Note: All events are scheduled in Eastern Time.

12:00PM
Indie Author Project 101: How to Get Your Book Into Libraries
Curious about how indie authors get discovered by libraries? This session will walk you through the Indie Author Project from start to finish: how submissions work, what librarians look for, and how accepted titles are shared with readers through library ebook platforms. We’ll also hear directly from a participating librarian and an IAP author about the impact it has had on their work and community.

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1:00PM
Book Marketing Demystified: A Beginner’s Guide with IAP Winner Irene Te
Feeling overwhelmed by marketing? You’re not alone. In this approachable session, author Irene Te shares how she promoted her self-published book, without a massive platform or big budget. Learn how to position your book, connect with readers online, and market yourself consistently (without burning out). Perfect for indie authors who want guidance, not jargon.

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2:00PM
Indie Author of the Year Lightning Round: Quick Wins from Award-Winning Authors
Get ready for a rapid-fire burst of inspiration! In this high-energy lightning round, past Indie Author of the Year winners will each take the mic for just a few minutes to share their most powerful publishing lessons, unexpected wins, hottest takes, and wildest mistakes. No long lectures, just punchy insights, real talk, and the kind of motivation only award-winning indie authors can deliver. It’s fast. It’s chaotic. It’s full of “wait, I need to write that down!” moments. Whether you’re just starting out or deep into your author journey, this is your chance to learn from the best, fast.

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3:00PM
And the Winner Is… 2025 Indie Author Project Celebration!
It’s finally time! Join us as we unveil the official winners of the 2025 Indie Author Project Contest—plus the moment everyone’s been waiting for: the announcement of the new Indie Author of the Year. From unexpected debuts to genre-defying veterans, this year’s lineup showcases the very best in independent publishing. Cheer on your favorites, discover incredible new reads, and be part of indie lit history as we crown this year’s top storyteller.

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IAD 2026 Date Announced!

Mark your calendars! The 10th annual Indie Author Day has been announced for Friday, November 13, 2026! Registration for the 2025 event opens Monday, November 18, 2025. We look forward to celebrating another year with this incredible community!

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