Affiliates & Industry Associations
Starry Field Press values connection, professional standards, and shared purpose within the wider publishing community. We recognize key organizations that support authors, independent publishers, booksellers, and the broader ecosystem of ideas and access. Our work aligns with these associations’ missions to strengthen the craft of publishing, expand audience reach, and uphold quality and equity in the exchange of ideas.
Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA)
The Independent Book Publishers Association is the largest association for independent publishers in the United States. IBPA serves traditional indie presses, hybrid publishers, university and nonprofit presses, and author‑publishers through advocacy, education, and industry tools that help publishers succeed.
IBPA offers valuable resources such as cooperative marketing programs, educational events, and the IBPA Industry Standards Checklist, a benchmark for professional publishing quality.
At Starry Field Press, we share IBPA’s commitment to professional publishing practices, meaningful editorial support, and author empowerment. We believe that meeting recognized industry standards helps our authors’ work gain visibility and credibility while reflecting the integrity of independent scholarship.
Learn more about IBPA:
https://www.ibpa-online.org/
American Booksellers Association (ABA)
The American Booksellers Association represents and supports independently owned bookstores across the United States. ABA provides its members with education, advocacy, and business resources while championing the role of independent bookstores in promoting literacy, community culture, and diverse voices.
Independent bookstores play a vital role in connecting readers with authors and facilitating local cultural engagement. At Starry Field Press, we value that connection and support ABA’s efforts to sustain vibrant local bookselling communities, which are essential partners in bringing meaningful work to readers.
Explore the American Booksellers Association:
https://www.bookweb.org/
Association of American Publishers (AAP)
The Association of American Publishers is the leading trade association representing book, journal, and education publishers in the United States. AAP advocates for public policy and industry standards that support creativity, scholarship, and the circulation of ideas. Its members include major and independent publishers committed to advancing publishing’s contribution to learning, culture, and economic growth.
Starry Field Press aligns with AAP’s mission to advance the publishing industry’s role in education and expression. While our focus is independent and author‑centered publishing, we share a commitment to protecting creators’ rights, encouraging access to high‑quality work, and supporting policies that sustain a diverse and vibrant literary ecosystem.
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