In this episode of the AskALLi Member Q&A podcast, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black delve into the often-confusing world of ISBNs and book distribution. Other questions include: How do I navigate using both Amazon KDP and Ingram Spark for wider distribution of my book? What are the best practices for selecting a font for print and eBooks? How can authors effectively use images in their books without risking copyright infringement? What should authors consider before translating their bo...
Feb 07, 2024•42 min•Ep. 511
My guest this episode is Sue Rovens, an author of suspense and horror who is all about making connections with her readers. Sometimes, that connection comes through events in her local community, and other times, it's through her stories, where she tries to entertain and surprise her audience. Sue worked at a library for thirty years before she decided to write tales of her own. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of 2,000+ b...
Feb 04, 2024•13 min•Ep. 510
On the Self-Publishing News podcast with Dan Holloway: As a novel whose text is 5 percent AI-generated wins a major award, where does that leave copyright and creativity? Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. And, if you haven’t already, we invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally. About the Host Dan Holloway i...
Feb 02, 2024•12 min•Ep. 509
Throughout this presentation, Joe Solari unravels the myriad advantages of a direct sales mindset for authors, in which you gain unprecedented control over your book's pricing and promotions, and enjoy an uptick in profits and personal connection. Discover the tools and strategies that can guide you in carving out your unique path in direct sales, where your bond with your reader becomes the foundation of your success. This is a post from SelfPubCon (The Self-Publishing Advice Conference), an on...
Jan 31, 2024•38 min•Ep. 508
Today on the ALLi Campaigns Podcast: Collaboration. The Alliance of Independent Authors runs certain core campaigns on an ongoing basis, as well as supporting other campaigns that reach out to us. A campaign doesn’t always have to be "yours" to be able to help. Collaboration is everything in campaign work, so here are some recent examples of how we are collaborating. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our self-publishing advice center . And, if you haven’t already, we invite you to join...
Jan 28, 2024•17 min•Ep. 507
On the Self-Publishing News podcast with Dan Holloway: New research says special editions and direct engagement may be the answer to stagnating book prices. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. And, if you haven’t already, we invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally. About the Host Dan Holloway is a novelist, ...
Jan 26, 2024•16 min•Ep. 506
This month on the Reaching More Readers podcast, Dale and Holly introduce Amazon Ads, including the jargon you need to know, the free accredited courses you can take to build your knowledge, key steps for quick and easy setup, and how to try out an Amazon Ad campaign even if you have a small budget to play with. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our self-publishing advice center . And, if you haven’t already, we invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally. Now...
Jan 24, 2024•26 min•Ep. 505
My guest this episode is C. Ruth Taylor, an authorpreneur from Jamaica who is trying to create conditions to put the Caribbean on the map for self-publishing. The trick is to convince authors that the book itself is only the beginning of their storyteller journey. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of 2,000+ blog posts, and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. We invite you to join our organization and ...
Jan 21, 2024•18 min•Ep. 504
The Writers Guild is ready to discuss a blanket license for artificial intelligence. Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Dan Holloway, bringing you the latest in indie publishing news and commentary. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. And, if you haven’t already, we invite you to join our organization and become a self...
Jan 19, 2024•13 min•Ep. 505
On today's podcast, Howard Lovy features Stuart Grant, who creates compelling websites for authors. He has some advice on what to do or not do when staking out your real estate on the web. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of 2,000+ blog posts, and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. We invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally. About the Host Howard Lovy has been a journal...
Jan 17, 2024•34 min•Ep. 503
My guest this episode is Wayne Kelly, an indie-published author of crime fiction. With a passion that spans songwriting, filmmaking, and novel writing, Wayne is a born storyteller who lives out his dream through multiple forms of media. In this conversation, Wayne opens up about his creative process and the unique journey that led him to where he is today. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of 2,000+ blog posts, and a handy ...
Jan 15, 2024•19 min•Ep. 501
It's been a record year for digital lending in libraries. Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Dan Holloway, bringing you the latest in indie publishing news and commentary. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. And, if you haven’t already, we invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally. About the...
Jan 12, 2024•12 min•Ep. 504
As we move into another year, Orna Ross and Joanna Penn discuss how they plan for the year ahead and some of the most important trends for indie authors, including the continued rise of direct sales, the impact of generative AI, and more. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our self-publishing advice center . And, if you haven’t already, we invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally. Now, go write and publish! About the Hosts Joanna Penn writes nonfiction for a...
Jan 10, 2024•58 min•Ep. 502
Nominate an outstanding indie author for the prestigious Royal Society of Literature's International Writers program. Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Dan Holloway, bringing you the latest in indie publishing news and commentary. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. And, if you haven’t already, we invite you to join o...
Jan 05, 2024•17 min•Ep. 500
In this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black: How many times should an editor review my work? Other questions include: How do I remove duplicates of my book from Goodreads? Do I need media liability insurance? What is the best verbiage to put on my copyright pages to protect my work against AI? Where is the best place to buy ISBNs? And more! Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-Publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 bl...
Jan 03, 2024•46 min•Ep. 499
The year 2023 was one of change for writers and readers. Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Dan Holloway, bringing you the latest in indie publishing news and commentary. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. And, if you haven’t already, we invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally. About the ...
Dec 29, 2023•22 min•Ep. 498
This month on the Reaching More Readers podcast, Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland demystify book genre category selection, share tips for picking the right categories to increase your book findability, and offer a quick reminder of the new Amazon category selection process. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our self-publishing advice center . And, if you haven’t already, we invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally. Now, go write and publish! About the Ho...
Dec 27, 2023•25 min•Ep. 497
Is reading in print "better?" Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Dan Holloway, bringing you the latest in indie publishing news and commentary. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. And, if you haven’t already, we invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally. About the Host Dan Holloway is a nove...
Dec 22, 2023•15 min•Ep. 496
On today's podcast, Howard Lovy features Edward Ferrari-Willis, executive editor of The History Quill, whose aim is to provide historical fiction writers with expert support at every stage of the writing journey. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of 2,000+ blog posts, and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. We invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally. About the Host Howard...
Dec 20, 2023•25 min•Ep. 495
My guest this episode is Adeena Mignogna, an aerospace engineer who also uses her science background to craft stories of sentient robots and other fantastic tales. So, while she was working her science day job, she let her imagination run away through science fiction. And she found that indie publishing is the perfect way to get these stories from her head and out to the public. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of 2,000+ b...
Dec 17, 2023•18 min•Ep. 494
What the words of the year tell us about the year in words. Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Dan Holloway, bringing you the latest in indie publishing news and commentary. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. And, if you haven’t already, we invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally. About t...
Dec 15, 2023•13 min•Ep. 495
Today on the Publishing for Profit Podcast, ALLi Director Orna Ross and author Anna Featherstone discuss how to bake marketing in with your writing process. This proactive approach is about more than just organic development; it's a strategic method of laying the groundwork early on. By integrating marketing elements into your manuscript from the start, you create a seamless transition from pen to promotion. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our self-publishing advice center . And, if ...
Dec 13, 2023•46 min•Ep. 493
Orna Ross hosts an enlightening discussion on the twenty-one creative planning principles that underlie her creative planning program and extends an invitation to listeners to participate in her big annual creative planning workshop and workbook launch on January 4, 2024. Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights to enhance your creative process and apply it to publishing as well as writing. Tune in to start the journey toward having your most p...
Dec 10, 2023•25 min•Ep. 492
Hotsheet launches indie bestseller lists. Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Dan Holloway, bringing you the latest in indie publishing news and commentary. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. And, if you haven’t already, we invite you to join our organization and become a self-publishing ally. About the Host Dan Hollow...
Dec 08, 2023•14 min•Ep. 491
In this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black: How do I increase my productivity? Other questions include: How do I get started with dictation? How do I get Amazon to merge my IngramSpark hardcover with my ebook and paperback? How can I keep publishing books if self-publishing is so expensive? And more! Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-Publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts and a handy search box to find ...
Dec 06, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 490
My guest this episode is Sarah Ziegel, who has four children with autism. Sarah successfully navigated through the educational system to get the best care for her kids. It's that success that brought questions from other parents. So, to answer the many questions they had, she's published two books on navigating through the emotional, educational, and legal landscape of autism. Find more author advice, tips, and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of 2,000+ blo...
Dec 03, 2023•17 min•Ep. 489
The Selfies Awards are open for 2024 with a new general nonfiction category. Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Dan Holloway, bringing you the latest in indie publishing news and commentary. Find more author advice, tips and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts, and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. And, if you haven’t already, we invite you to join our organization and become a self-publish...
Dec 01, 2023•19 min•Ep. 491
In this empowering session, ALLi member Nick Kotar, who recently ran his first successful crowdfunder, interviews USA Today bestselling author and ALLi’s crowdfunding advisor Russell Nohelty, about the world of crowdfunding and its growing role in the success of indie authors. This session will explore how adopting the right mindset is necessary to drive successful crowdfunding campaigns and create a thriving author business built around the crowd-funding model. Essential strategies, practical t...
Nov 29, 2023•58 min•Ep. 488
This week Orna Ross and Campaigns Manager Melissa Addey discuss the second campaign in their roundup of ALLi's advocacy work: SelfPub3. This author business campaign aims to raise the average income for authors and poets through good publishing practices and lobbies and supports the literary and creative industries in providing more publishing skills support and education for authors. You can support this campaign by spreading the truth about self-publishing, and our research surveys and data ro...
Nov 26, 2023•23 min•Ep. 487
Wattpad increases its offering to paying subscribers, and the Baillie Gifford Prize offers an insight into the real value of awards. Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Dan Holloway, bringing you the latest in indie publishing news and commentary. Find more author advice, tips and tools at our Self-publishing Author Advice Center , with a huge archive of nearly 2,000 blog posts, and a handy search box to find key info on the topic you need. And, if you haven’t already, we invit...
Nov 24, 2023•16 min•Ep. 486
