The Colorado Independent Publishers Association (CIPA) is a nonprofit statewide cooperative of authors, independent book publishers, and publishing professionals. For over 25 years, CIPA has set the industry standard for independently published books. We provide education in current best practices and connect members to professional industry resources. Together, we navigate the ever-expanding world of indie publishing. Our mission: To encourage cooperative efforts and the free exchange of information, experience, and expertise to help our members achieve and prosper, while also assisting the writing and marketing of their books through cooperative ventures, education, and networking. Do it yourself without doing it alone! Accelerate your publishing dreams with CIPA.