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Member Milestones September 2024

Author Speaker Guide Published, Full-Cast Audiobook Released, New Literary Magazine Launched, Oasis (Yes, the Band!) Mystery Drops, and More: ALLi Member Milestones September 2024

This regular post from the Alliance of Independent Authors celebrates ALLi member successes to inspire our indie author community. Our Member Milestones for August 2024 celebrates the successes of author members Matty Dalrymple, M.L. (Michael) La Ronn, Franke James, Anne Beall, Phillip Mottaz, Dawn Downey, Derek Farmer, Jay Ann Foley, Toni Cabell, John Daniel, and Michele Howarth. Congratulations to all those featured in this month’s roundup and to everyone in our community who has hit a milestone this month!
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Inspirational Indie Author Interview: Anna Davidson

Inspirational Indie Author Interview: Anna Davidson. Editor Turns Long COVID Experience into a Moving Poetry Collection

My ALLi author guest this episode is Anna Davidson, who, after years of working as an editor and managing editor, began writing poetry during her recovery from long COVID. She decided to self-publish her debut poetry collection, Poetry for Life and Other Chronic Conditions, to maintain creative control and ensure her work reached readers quickly.
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Condé Nast

OpenAI’s Deal with Condé Nast Sparks Concern; Plus, Rising Kindle Unlimited Payouts: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses the new deal between OpenAI and Condé Nast, noting that editors and authors were not consulted, sparking concern. He also covers a lawsuit against Anthropic over using pirated works in AI training, highlights Draft2Digital's survey on authors' views about AI, and introduces a blockchain startup called Story, aimed at tracking digital works. Dan wraps up with positive news about rising Kindle Unlimited payouts, signaling a strong outlook for indie authors.
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Marketing Investments

Best Marketing Investments for Indie Authors: The Reaching More Readers Podcast with Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland

In this month's episode of Reaching More Readers, Holly Greenland shares new research suggesting that financial investments in marketing do pay off for many self-published authors. But where should you make those marketing investments, and how can you ensure you're spending wisely? Dale L. Roberts and Holly discuss their views and experiences, offering practical tips to help you make informed decisions.
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Blockchain

Can Blockchain Solve AI’s Copyright Problem? Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway

Sometimes it feels like tech is eating itself, and this week’s AI news, including a new blockchain initiative, is no exception. The AI news this week comprises several eyebrow-raising stories (when doesn’t it?). Recently, I have been talking about a maturing landscape. You could be forgiven, this week, for thinking that maturity has already developed exponentially to the point where several sharks have already been jumped.
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Creating Courses

Creating Courses from Nonfiction Books

Creating courses from nonfiction books is a growing strategy for authors to expand their reach and impact. Advances in online learning tools and platforms have made it easier for self-publishers to transform their books into engaging educational experiences, generating additional income and fostering deeper connections with readers. Success depends on a clear understanding of the new technologies and best practices that have emerged since we last covered this topic in 2017.
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Condé Nast

Condé Nast Partners with OpenAI as Creatives Push Back: Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway

The weekend news brings a mix of interesting updates, starting with a major partnership between Condé Nast and OpenAI. Condé Nast, one of the largest and most high-profile publishers of magazines like The New Yorker and Vogue, announced a deal with OpenAI that will allow the AI giant to train ChatGPT on Condé Nast publications while benefiting from increased visibility for their stories. They also publish Wired, which is interesting because Wired was one of the first publications to take a very high-profile “never written by AI” stance.
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Fake Reviews

FTC Cracks Down on Fake Reviews, Plus New Sustainability Efforts in Publishing: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway covers the FTC's new measures against fake reviews, which could impact indie authors relying on genuine reviews for visibility. He outlines key points like the ban on AI-generated and paid reviews, along with potential fines. Dan also discusses the latest sustainability efforts in publishing and the addition of a gaming category to the Sunday Times Rich List, highlighting the growing link between gaming and storytelling.
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Frankfurt Book Fair

Frankfurt Book Fair Focuses on AI Challenges and Opportunities: Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway

Book fairs love themes, and the Frankfurt Book Fair, in particular, has tended to dive into the pursuit of the zeitgeist with enthusiasm. I still regularly reference the BookTok takeover that managed to capture the excitement of that fledgling influencer scene. This year’s fair promises a deep dive into an equally zeitgeisty and utterly expected area. The response of the creative world to the challenges and opportunities of AI is still a relatively new conversation, even if it feels like it’s been with us forever.
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Book Award Pro

Hannah Jacobson of Book Award Pro on Leveraging Awards and Reviews for Author Success: The Creating Better Books Podcast with Howard Lovy

In the latest episode of the Creating Better Books podcast, ALLi Content and Communications Manager Howard Lovy interviews Hannah Jacobson, founder of Book Award Pro, a company dedicated to helping authors gain recognition through book awards. Hannah discusses the challenges indie authors face in navigating the award landscape, the importance of ensuring the legitimacy of awards, and how her company leverages AI to match books with the right opportunities. She also highlights the growing acceptance of indie authors in the awards industry.
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