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Publishing Professionals Network is for anyone in book publishing—from those just entering the industry to full-fledged publishers seeking to stay abreast of current trends. Whether you’re a self-employed freelancer/contractor or a full- or part-time employee—or just a publishing enthusiast—ours is a membership-driven organization that helps you hone your skills while growing your professional network.
If you meet any of the criteria above, consider joining PPN today. Members benefit from strategic monthly programs and unique networking opportunities:
- Discounted registration (Annual Conference)*
- eNewsletter (monthly)
- Job listings
- Meetups (in-person & virtual networking events)
- First access to Noon Zooms (professional development webinars, featuring our new Best Practices series)*
- Picnic (annual get-together, including other publishing-related groups, like BAWiP and EFA)
- Premium content* (coming soon!)
- Reduced fees (Book Awards)*
- Resources library (best-of-the-best recommended publishing tools)
- Service provider listing (a directory for freelancers & owner-operated businesses)*
- Unique eligibility (Distinguished Service Award)*
* Member benefit only
In addition to the benefits above, company sponsors take advantage of:
- Recognition at all major PPN-hosted events
- Linked logo representation on website
- Job posting callouts in our monthly newsletter
- Book Awards catalog inclusion (in hosted years)
Membership Dues
ATTENTION: PPN membership fees will increase August 15, 2026. Become a member (or renew) today!
Membership dues apply to a one-year period from the date of registration (or renewal). An automatic email renewal notice with online payment instructions will be sent prior to membership expiration.
- $35 – individuals
- $175 – individual sponsors & sponsoring companies (up to 9 employees)
- $400 – sponsoring companies (10 or more employees)
Questions? Contact operations@pubpronetwork.org.
Note: PPN is a 501(c) (6) nonprofit organization that relies on membership dues, sponsorships, conference registrations, and Book Award submissions to cover the expenses of events, promotions, and operating costs.
Engage in Educational Opportunities & Social Networking
PPN hosts monthly professional development sessions, called Noon Zooms, featuring industry experts who engage members in conversations on industry trends, technical advancements, and other career-related topics. As part of this programming, we’re now offering a new Best Practices series that targets specific areas of publishing, like production, editing, sales & marketing, publicity, and more!
Visit PPN’s YouTube channel to view previous presentations.
We also offer social events, including monthly in-person and virtual Meetups. These are great opportunities for members to connect with other publishing professionals in safe, supportive environments and further build their networks.
Develop & Promote Your Business
Members who operate as freelancers or run owner-operated businesses have the exclusive opportunity to promote their print and digital publishing-related services in our free public service directory.
Additionally, these members can represent and promote themselves one-on-one at exclusive events, such as the PPN Annual Conference.
With all these membership benefits—not to mention the fun and supportive community you’ll join—can you afford not to become a PPN member?