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Literary Alliance of Independently Published Authors

Promoting the interests of independent authors worldwide

OUR MANDATE

The Literary Alliance of Independently Published Authors (LAIPA), founded in 2018, is an independent, non-profit, volunteer-led organization promoting the artistic efforts of independent authors. LAIPA Association has a mission to provide information and education about independent publishing, to advocate for independent authors' rights with the government and industry, as well as to work with both government and industry to resolve issues that are facing the industry.

About LAIPA Organization

MISSION

To represent and articulate the best interests of independent authors through continuous recognition as the trusted voice of the independent authors' coalition, as well as promote the growth and vitality of literature

GOAL

Ensuring Independent Authors Have a Voice!

COMMITMENT 

LAIPA is committed to finding solutions that will help independent writers overcome the issues and challenges they face in the ever-changing global industry. A major focus of LAIPA is the representation of independent writers and authors in the literary publishing industry.

Hype, Advocacy, Community

We're a membership-based organization established in Canada, and supporting INDEPENDENT WRITERS all over the world

HYPE

We do our part to promote and support our members, which is why we've established the indie press, the independent authors publication, and the independent author's awards to continue to encourage the efforts of independent authors.

ADVOCACY

It is the association's goal and what every independent author should strive for to build momentum and raise the bar for literary excellence and outstanding quality. Therefore, we deserve the acclaim we've worked for and our mandate is to ensure we get it. 

COMMUNITY

If you are an independently published author and would like to continue to develop professionally, this is the community for you.

LAIPA is a member-based organization for independent writers and authors at every stage in their journey.

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