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Indigo: editing, design, and more Indigo is a firm of publishing professionals dedicated to strengthening the voice and presentation of each manuscript. Indigo: editing, design, and more

Indigo has been providing the best in publication services for traditional publishers and independent authors since 2006. Our services include:

Developmental Editing
Line Editing
Proofreading
Reader's Responses
Writing Consultations
Proposal Development
Publication Management
Cover Design
Interior Book Design
Ebook Conversion
Marketing Materials

📚️ A truly tall and towering   stack from Third Street Books in McMinnville, OR!Find more from Third Street Books here: ...
06/10/2026

📚️ A truly tall and towering stack from Third Street Books in McMinnville, OR!

Find more from Third Street Books here: https://thirdstreetbooks.com/

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Indigo Client Spotlight: Phil SimonPhil Simon is an author, frequent keynote speaker, recognized collaboration and techn...
06/09/2026

Indigo Client Spotlight: Phil Simon

Phil Simon is an author, frequent keynote speaker, recognized collaboration and technology authority, and college professor.

Here's a sampler of some of Phil's titles that we've worked on:

--Project Management in the Hybrid Workplace
" [...] In his inimitable style, Simon adeptly fuses critical research and concepts from a slew of diverse and seemingly unrelated fields, including Agile software development, human resources, supply chain management, organizational behavior, cognitive psychology, and labor economics. Brimming with detailed case studies, penetrating insights, and practical advice, Simon's twelfth book is a tour de force. Product owners, new and seasoned PMs, service providers, freelancers, small business owners, and students taking PM classes will benefit from Project Management in the Hybrid Workplace."

--The Nine: The Tectonic Forces Reshaping the Workplace
"[...] In The Nine: The Tectonic Forces Reshaping the Workplace, award-winning author and world-renowned workplace tech expert Phil Simon answers that question in spades. He peers into the dizzying and chaotic future of work. Simon slices through the hype surrounding nascent trends and newfangled technologies...."

--Low-Code/No-Code: Citizen Developers and the Surprising Future of Business Applications
"[Phil Simon's] thirteenth book deftly illustrates how, thanks to powerful new tools and a new breed of employees, organizations are finally fulfilling critical business needs and reducing their reliance on pricey software developers. Low-Code/No-Code is an invaluable treasure trove of insightful analysis, synthesis, examples, and advice that has arrived at the perfect time."

Learn more about Phil's work here: https://www.philsimon.com/

[PD: A graphic, "Indigo Client Spotlight: Bard Press," top left. Below are book covers for the three titles listed above.]

Looking to add some poetry to your summer plans? On June 25–27, the Bigfoot Poetry Festival returns to venues throughout...
06/08/2026

Looking to add some poetry to your summer plans? On June 25–27, the Bigfoot Poetry Festival returns to venues throughout Portland!

"The Bigfoot Poetry Festival is a three-day poetry event that happens in early summer in downtown Portland, OR. While changing from year-to-year, typically this festival offers such features as poetry open mics, writing / performance workshops, poet showcase(s), a poetry market, and a poetry slam tournament."

Learn more about the festival here: https://www.bigfootpoetryfestival.com/

[PD: An image of the Bigfoot Poetry Festival logo with wobbly, bubble text appearing in the shape of a large foot with toes on top.]

Taking part in this year's Portland Book Week festivities? Why not have even more fun along your bookstore crawl...and m...
06/05/2026

Taking part in this year's Portland Book Week festivities? Why not have even more fun along your bookstore crawl...and maybe win some prizes too!

Find full rules, guidelines, and download your own PBW bingo card here: https://www.portlandbookweek.com/bingo

You can also get your card at participating bookstores beginning today! And don't forget, our sister business BOLD Coffee & Books has all kinds of fun events, promotions, and other treats for PBW. Find event listings here: https://boldcoffeeandbooks.com/events

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"In publishing, we talk about book proposals. These are typically for nonfiction books and are basically project proposa...
06/04/2026

"In publishing, we talk about book proposals. These are typically for nonfiction books and are basically project proposals that we write in order to pitch the idea to agents and publishers. They help the publishers evaluate the book idea, the author’s credentials, and the market readiness for this book. A book proposal is an incredibly valuable business tool.

"The industry standard is that we only write book proposals for nonfiction. To that, I say poo-poo.

"Proposals are not just for nonfiction. And proposals are not just for publishers.

"No matter your book idea, your genre, or your publishing path, write a book proposal for YOU.

"Why?

"A book proposal is essentially a business plan. And a book—if you want it to sell and meet its readers—is essentially a business. So plan it like a business. A book proposal helps you do that.

"Here are the main components of a book proposal, no matter..."

In, "Making Money from Your Book: My Best Piece of Advice," this blog article from the Indigo archives, Executive Editor Ali Shaw offers organizational help to enhance a book's earning potential.

Read the full piece here: https://indigoediting.com/making-money-from-your-book-my-best-piece-of-advice/

[PD: A gradient graphic showcases the aforementioned blog post. An image of a planner, paper, pens, and a calculate on a wooden table is center. The author's headshot appears in the bottom lefthand corner next to her byline.]

Indigo Recommends: Summer Story Fest 2026 / Sat., June 27–Sun. June 28 / 12:00–5:00 p.m. / Happening throughout Sonny's ...
06/03/2026

Indigo Recommends: Summer Story Fest 2026 / Sat., June 27–Sun. June 28 / 12:00–5:00 p.m. / Happening throughout Sonny's House, Atomic Garage's parking lot, and New New Crusher Courtyard (2504 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland.)

Summer Story Fest is a book and zine fair put on by and in Portland, Oregon.

Learn more about the event and participants here: https://sonnyshouse.com/pages/summer-story-fest ..and/or follow for more info here /

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Jeff Stookey, Indigo client and author, will be part of several reading events along with partner Ken Barker for "Crossi...
06/02/2026

Jeff Stookey, Indigo client and author, will be part of several reading events along with partner Ken Barker for "Crossing Paths: Q***r Moments That Changed Everything" throughout the month of June. Jeff and Ken will be reading an excerpt from their story “How We Met” from the new anthology edited by Paul Iarrobino. Other writers from the anthology will also be reading.

🗓️ Mark your calendar: 🗓️
--Friday 6/5 1-3 PM Friendly House, 1737 NW 26th Ave, Portland, OR
Learn more here: https://www.ourboldvoices.com/event/crossing-paths-book-tour-friendly-house-elder-pride-portland/
--Monday 6/8 6-8 PM Jan’s Books, 4838 SW Scholls Ferry Rd, Portland, OR
Learn more here: https://www.ourboldvoices.com/event/crossing-paths-book-tour-jans-books-portland/
--Saturday 6/13 1:30-3 PM Vancouver Pride, 109 W 7th St, Vancouver, WA
Learn more here: https://www.ourboldvoices.com/event/crossing-paths-book-tour-vancouver-pride-block-party-vancouver/
--Monday 6/15 7-9 PM McMenamin's History Pub, Kennedy School, 5736 NE 33rd Ave, Portland, OR
Learn more here: https://cascadetickets.com/event/history-pub-queer-moments-that-changed-everything-presented-by-paul-iarrobino-and-friends/mcmenamins-kennedy-school/portland-oregon/

[PD: A promo graphic, "Indigo client events" at top, beneath an image of the book cover for "Crossing Paths: Q***r Moments That Changed Everything." Headshots of writers Jeff Stookey, top, and Ken Barker, below appear above dates and event titles listed in order.]

🌈 Happy Pride Month! There are so many ways for writers to celebrate the season here in Portland. May we suggest the upc...
06/01/2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month! There are so many ways for writers to celebrate the season here in Portland. May we suggest the upcoming June Write-In: Pride on 6/23 at Literary Arts?

"Write-ins are community gatherings where writers come together to share space, write, and make connections. Whether you’re here to hit word count or make a new friend, we’re here to support you!"

Learn more here: https://literary-arts.org/event/june-write-in-pride/

[PD: A promo graphic for the event listed above. A graphic in the top half displays a handmade rainbow design, art supplies, and writing/cutout letters: "Pride Write-In June 23, 5:30 p.m.." Below is text: the event title, "Write in community and enjoy this month's specialty drink, June 23 at 5:30 p.m. and the Literary Arts logo beneath.]

How many Little Free Library locations are in your neighborhood or town? Want to have some fun surveying your local book...
05/29/2026

How many Little Free Library locations are in your neighborhood or town? Want to have some fun surveying your local book depository wonders and do some reading along the way? The folks at Little Free Library have put together this fun bingo activity, great for late spring walks and sunny day reading!

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Learn more about Little Free Library's mission and find locations near you here: https://littlefreelibrary.org/

[PD: A Little Free Library bingo card with 25 squares. Text and descriptions from top left to bottom right square: 1. Download the Little Free Library app. 2. Share a book in a Little Free Library. 3. Tidy up the books inside a Little Free Library. 4. Create an account on the Little Free Library app. 5. Find a Little Free Library with an add-on box. 6. Make a route of at least 3 Little Free Libraries in the app. 7. Walk, bike, or drive to your route. 8. Find a Little Free Library that matches the home behind it. 9. Read for 30 minutes. 10. Leave a comment in the Little Free Library virtual guest book. 11. Share your favorite Little Free Library on social media via the app. 12. Say hi to a neighbor. 13. (Free box, a book illustration.) 14. Check in at a Little Free Library using the app. 15. Find a Little Free Library with a dog treat box. 16. Check out our Read in Color recommended reading lists. 17. Support a local bookstore. 18. Find a Little Free Library with a "Needs Books" app tag. 19. Finish a book from your TBR pile. 20. Find a "new to you" Little Free Library on the map and visit. 21. Get a library card. 22. Leave a note of thanks in a Little Free Library. 23. Take a friend to your favorite Little Free Library. 24. Find a Little Free Library that's your favorite color. 25. Follow Little Free Library on social media.]

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