WHERE IT ALL STARTED
The IPPY Awards kicked off in 1996 with a simple mission: to recognize and promote independently published books. Over 25 years later, that mission is still going strong. While the publishing landscape has changed dramatically, we’re still dedicated to shining a spotlight on the best indie titles each year.
When we first started, small presses struggled for media attention, and self-publishing was often seen as a last resort. Fast forward to today, and indie publishers are thriving like never before, while self-publishing has exploded with countless authors taking charge of their own stories.
Amid all the noise and new services out there, we’re here to remind you why we do what we do: to celebrate those deserving but often unsung titles and connect them with booksellers, librarians, and readers worldwide.