Are you an Author &

Deserve Recognition...

Finally a best seller award thats not just based off an algorithm you cant control or from just one website but get recognized for actually selling across multiple platforms

Are you an Author &

Deserve Recognition...

Finally a best seller award thats not just based off an algorithm you cant control or from just one website but get recognized for actually selling across multiple platforms

Become an Official International

Independent Bestselling Author!

This association is for you if:

  • You’re an independent or small-press author

  • You sell your books on more than one platform

  • You want your true numbers to count – not just one chart for one day

  • You’re ready to use “International Independent Bestselling Author” to open more doors in your business

What Is the International Association of Independent Bestselling Authors?

The International Association of Independent Bestselling Authors (IAIBA) is a new global recognition body for authors who:

Publish independently or through small presses

Actively sell their books online and offline

Want a trusted, trackable way to claim “bestselling author” status

Backed by BookRich Profits Club, IAIBA will be the go-to place where:

Backed by BookRich Profits Club, IAIBA will be the go-to place where:

Your status is recognized

Your impact is celebrated at our quarterly live and virtual events

Why This Matters for You

As an independent author, you already know:

  • Your readers don’t care what “list” you hit. They care that your book changes lives.

  • But the right title and recognition opens more doors – stages, media, and higher-paying clients.

IAIBA helps you:

  • Combine sales from multiple platforms (Amazon, direct sales, events, other retailers, etc.)

  • Use those numbers to qualify for independent bestseller recognition

  • Get spotlighted at our quarterly events where we honor and feature qualified authors

Check Out Our Founders

Brian Johnson

Brian Johnson is a 6-Time Emmy Award–winning storyteller, producer, and media strategist who has mastered the art of crafting stories that sell, inspire, and connect. With decades of experience in television and digital media, Brian has helped major networks, brands, and entrepreneurs develop powerful narratives that move audiences to action. Now, he empowers authors and creators to turn their life stories into marketable, media-ready brands that attract opportunities, drive revenue, and leave a lasting legacy.

Taurea Avant

Taurea Vision Avant is the founder of Book Profits Club™ (Now the BookRich Profits Club™) and Author Allstars Magazine™, known nationwide as the Queen of Author Visibility. She has helped thousands of authors, speakers, and coaches get seen, get celebrated, and get remembered through powerful PR, media, and branding strategies. With over a decade of experience, Taurea’s mission is to help creators transform their stories into profitable platforms that build impact, influence, and legacy.

Ash Cash

Ash Exantus, known as Ash Cash, is a nationally recognized financial educator, bestselling author of 40+ books, and host of the top-ranked business podcast Inside the Vault. Called “The Hip-Hop Financial Advisor,” he blends money, mindset, and culture to teach practical wealth-building. As founder of MindRight Money Management and creator of The Abundance Community, he helps people align faith, finances, and purpose while turning their stories into books, brands, and multiple income streams.

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