PubWest is a vibrant, dynamic trade association of small- and medium-sized book publishers, printers, editors, proofreaders, graphic designers, binderies, and related editorial and service companies. Established in 1977 as the Rocky Mountain Book Publishers Association, PubWest is now dedicated to helping member book publishers succeed and has grown to include members in 31 states and 4 countries. PubWest serves its members by: **helping members exchange ideas and contacts, *conducting professional development and educational programming, * improving access to new opportunities in publishing, *advancing publishing careers through service to the industry, * recognizing outstanding achievements in publishing.