Publishing: New Award for Indie Authors from HNS
The distinguished historical novelist Helen Hollick who is both self-published and trade-published, announces a new award especially for indie authors…
Writing: How to Self-Edit Your Novel
Professional editor Jessica Bell, an Australian author and poet living in Athens, Greece, shares her top tips for polishing your…
Opinion: Friends, Glazed Eyes & Five Stars: An Indie Author’s Take on Book Reviews
In the run-up to the publication of her second novel The Labyrinth Year, the sequel to Baby, Baby, British indie…
Reaching Readers: Why You Need 1,000 Fans And How I’m Finding Mine
Hybrid novelist Jane Davis examines the theory that all any author needs is 1,000 superfans to help them reach more…
Publishing: How to Find a Cover Illustrator
British self-published author James Minter, who now writes from his new home in France, offers advice on how to find…
Writing: Do Novice Authors Really Need an Editor?
Having your book professionally edited is one of the most recommended, yet least understood, most ambiguous, and cost-prohibitive, steps in…
Opinion: Australia Must Open Up To Indie Authors
Australian indie author Rebecca Lang, who writes as R R Lang, shares her disappointment at the Sydney Writers' Festival dismissive…
Reaching Readers: Free Book Promotions for Indie Authors
In this really helpful post, English children's author Christopher Casburn, who self-publishes as Christopher Joyce, shares his data on his…
Watchdog: Is A Kirkus Review Worth The Price?
ALLi Watchdog Giacomo Giammatteo provides a balanced and objective appraisal of Kirkus, the paid review service used by some indie…
Successful Indie Authors Share Their Secrets. How I Do It by Terry Tyler
Over the last few years, British novelist Terry Tyler has built an effective and much-admired brand for her self-published novels,…
Reaching Readers: The Rise of the Indies at Crimefest 2014
Self-published thriller writer Tim (TJ) Cooke reports on the Crimefest 2014, offering top tips on reaching and engaging readers from…
Publishing: Price-Matching On Amazon
For authors who use 'price pulsing' (i.e. vary the price to stimulate sales) or discount their self-published books across multiple…