October 18 and 19, 2024
  The Beverly Hilton. 9876 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles

From blank page to best seller, your indie author journey starts here.
LEARN FROM THE BEST

Our Keynote Speakers

Nancy Levin

Distinguished master life coach, podcast host, and bestselling author

David Hancock

Bestselling author and founder of Morgan James Publishing

Devrie Donalson

Storyteller and bestselling author of You’re Gonna Die Alone (& Other Excellent News)

Robin Cutler

President of LMBPN Worldwide Publishing and CEO of HowToPublishBooks.com

Amber Vilhauer

Founder and CEO, No Guts No Glory Ent. Leading digital marketing strategist

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    Empowering writers at every stage of their journey, the Indie Author Retreat is an immersive two-day program offering access to masterclasses, pitching sessions, and the opportunity to interact with industry experts, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to thrive as published authors.

    MEET THE EVENT HOST​

    Amy Collins​

    A seasoned professional with over three decades in the publishing industry, she currently serves as an agent at Talcott Notch Literary Services. Her expertise spans non-fiction, history, historical fiction, fantasy, and science fiction. Prior to this role, she gained extensive experience as a book buyer and Sales Director for a prominent non-fiction publisher. Collins is also the founder and president of New Shelves Books, one of the largest book sales and marketing companies in the United States. Additionally, she is a bestselling author, having earned accolades from both USA Today and the Wall Street Journal.

    SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS AND EXPAND YOUR NETWORK

    Our Lineup of Publishing Experts

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