Do Genre Categories Work for Indie Authors? We Need to Talk About… Genre
ALLi member Steve Shahbazian has questions to raise about genre categories. Have we got it right? Are they too restrictive? Hear his views...
Special Editions and Direct Engagement May Be the Answer to Stagnating Book Prices: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway
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.
Self-Publishing News: Is SelfPub3’s Emphasis on Direct Reader Relationships the Answer to Stagnating Book Prices?
Analysis by Enders say that the selling price of bookshad risen from £7.81 to £8.97 from 2001 to 2023. If the price had gone up in real terms, it would now be £13.80. This comes at a time when the cost of producing books has risen sharply...
How to Get Started with Amazon Ads: Reaching More Readers Podcast, With Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland
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.
Self-Publishing News: New Organization Highlights AI Copyright-Friendly Practices but will Consumers Notice?
Values-driven marketing, and investment in companies that can demonstrate those values has increased greatly, led by a perception that this approach demonstrates a real understanding of a new breed of consumer, often associated with Gen Z. Fairly Trained is clearly aiming to position itself in this space with a new AI copyright-friendly stamp proposition.
How to Self-Publish an E-book for Free: A Step-By-Step Guide
For those starting out, see this as a guide of the key steps you need to consider if you are looking to self-publish an ebook for free. And for those of you who have been with us for a while, this post is ideal to share with friends and contacts asking for tips on how to get started – just send on the link!
Inspirational Indie Author Interview: C. Ruth Taylor. Jamaican Authorpreneur Wants to Put Caribbean on the Map for Self-Publishing
My ALLi author 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.
Self-Publishing News: What Difference Would a Guaranteed Basic Income Make to Your Art?
Ireland was trialing paying a basic income to about 2000 creative people, the survey results are now rolling in with some interesting lessons to learn.
Book Award Update For Indie Authors – January 2024: Book Cover Design
Most authors don't know that there are award programs dedicated to evaluating and honoring excellence in book cover design. Find out more about book cover design awards and what benefit they can offer to indie authors.
Writers Guild is Ready to Discuss Blanket License for AI: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway
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.
Self-Publishing News: Overdrive Reveals our Digital Borrowing Habits in Detail
Digital Borrowing - Europe-wide movement of creating enormous flagship libraries. The other story highlights an evolving cultural role of libraries.
Stuart Grant Designs Compelling Websites for Authors: Creating Better Books, with Howard Lovy
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.