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Pivot Or Quit

Successful Authors Share When to Pivot or Quit on a Project to Boost Profit and Creative Growth: Self-Publishing Conference Highlight

The Alliance of Independent Authors hosts a discussion on the decision-making process behind whether to pivot or quit on a project. Eight indie authors share strategies for recognizing when a project may not be working and provide guidance on pivoting to optimize both profit and creative potential. This session offers practical advice to help authors navigate indie publishing challenges and turn creative setbacks into financial success.
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Self-Published Titles

Self-Published Titles Surge as Traditional Publishing Declines; AI Artwork Sells for Over $1 Million: Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway

Like many other commentators on such things, I often criticize publishing figures who proudly claim they provide a full picture of the state of the industry while not including statistics for self-published titles. So, of course, I welcome the publication of figures that double down on self-published titles.
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Mike Shatzkin

Amazon Ends Kindle Vella, Tech Leaders Push AI as a Creative Tool, and Remembering Mike Shatzkin: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway reflects on the passing of publishing influencer Mike Shatzkin and his impact on the industry. He also discusses Amazon’s decision to close its Kindle Vella serial fiction program and what it means for authors, and examines the tech industry’s stance on AI and creativity as shared at TechCrunch's Disrupt Conference. With tech startups promoting AI as a democratizing force, Dan explores the tension between creative freedom and the potential impact on traditional creative livelihoods.
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AI-Assisted

The Beatles’ AI-Assisted Grammy Nomination, Potential US AI Regulation Shifts, and Tech’s Take on Creativity: Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway

You might think literary and other creative industry conferences dominate the discussion of how AI-assisted creation will affect the future of the arts. Looking through schedules, it can certainly feel that way. But the uneasy relationship between creatives and tech firms is also a subject of conversation on the other side of that binary.
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Todd Fahnestock

Unlock the Secrets of Author Branding with Todd Fahnestock: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast Featuring Dale L. Roberts

Award-winning indie author Todd Fahnestock reveals the secrets to building a successful personal brand and connecting with readers in this insightful interview. From mastering in-person sales to harnessing the power of storytelling, Todd shares key strategies for branding and promoting your books. Curious how email marketing and newsletters can boost your reader loyalty? Todd breaks down his best practices while emphasizing the importance of authenticity and learning from failure. Discover what it takes to craft a compelling author journey in today's competitive landscape.
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SelfPubCon24

Self-Publishing Advice Conference 2024 (SelfPubCon24): Publishing for Profit Highlights

This year’s Self-Publishing Advice Conference (#SelfPubCon24) delivered fresh insights and tools for indie authors under the theme “Publishing for Profit.” With a focus on maximizing earnings and exploring innovative paths in self-publishing, the event provided valuable strategies for authors aiming to boost their publishing success.
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X. Ho Yen

Inspirational Indie Author Interview: X. Ho Yen. Aerospace Engineer and Neurodivergent Writer Redefines Science Fiction with Realism and Hope

My ALLi author guest this episode is X. Ho Yen, a science fiction author whose work challenges traditional genre boundaries. X draws on a career in aerospace engineering and his own experiences with neurodivergence to create what he calls 'realism-based' science fiction. He avoids typical tropes in favor of narratives grounded in complex human challenges.
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AI Audio

ElevenLabs Expands AI Audio Capabilities, Microsoft Pushes Back on AI Regulation: Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway

Only a year or so ago, publishers were raging at what they saw as rights grabs by tech firms using AI audio and other technologies to convert books from the medium in which they were purchased to another medium, usually sold separately and considered subject to a different set of rights. AI companies now seem to be performing these medium transformations as a matter of course, and I am hearing barely a whisper of dissent amid the wider battles over copyright and AI.
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