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Hybrid Publishing: Hype, Hope, Harm, or Handy? The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast with Anna Featherstone

Some publishers claim to be in the hybrid publishing space when they’re, in fact, service providers or little more than vanity publishers. So, what is hybrid publishing really, and what are the potential upsides and downsides for authors bringing books out under this model? Listen to Anna Featherstone, ALLi’s nonfiction adviser, and Christopher Locke, director of Membership and Member Services for the Independent Book Publishers Association, as they explain what authors need to be aware of when dealing with operators in this space.

October 9, 2024
ALLi Editorial
Podcast
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Planning for Retirement: Financial Strategies for Indie Authors

When you're an indie author, planning for retirement isn’t usually top of mind. Between writing, marketing, and managing everything that comes with self-publishing, thinking about long-term security often gets pushed aside. But as self-employed creatives, indie authors face unique challenges. Unlike traditional jobs with pensions and automatic retirement savings, authors have to take control of their financial future.

Are Blog Tours Still Effective, Navigating ISBN Updates, Pre-Orders, and More: The Member Q&A Podcast with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black

In this episode of the AskALLi Member Q&A podcast, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black discuss whether blog tours are still an effective marketing tool for authors and how they compare to other promotional strategies.

October 6, 2024
ALLi Editorial
Podcast
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TV Appearance, Publishing Debuts, Faith-Based Books, and More: ALLi Member Milestones October 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 Russell Phillips, Donna Galanti, Shamim Yusuf Kalarikkal, Fay A. Klingler, L. S. Westhoff, S. G. Fessel, Sara Sartagne, Rose O'Keefe, and J. A. Cox. Congratulations to all those featured in this month’s roundup and to everyone in our community who has hit a milestone this month!

How to Use Tropes to Sell Your Story Without Losing Creativity: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast

In this episode of the Advice on Editing & Design stream of the Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast, Campaigns Manager Matty Dalrymple talks with Jennifer Hilt, USA Today bestselling author of the “Trope the Sorrows” series, about how indie authors can effectively use tropes to sell their stories without sacrificing creativity. They explore the difference between tropes and clichés, how to leverage tropes for marketing, and the role they play in meeting reader expectations across genres.

October 2, 2024
ALLi Editorial
Podcast
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Seven Red Flags in Serialized Fiction Contracts

Learn the seven red flags to watch for in serialized fiction contracts, including waiving moral rights and unfair payment structures, to protect your rights as an indie author.

September 30, 2024
ALLi Editorial
Watchdog
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Announcing the Best Book Blurb Competition – Entry Now Open

We’re thrilled to announce that entry to the Best Book Blurb Competition is officially OPEN! Showcase your marketing skills and compete for fantastic publishing prizes, all leading up to our Publishing for Profit Self-Publishing Advice Conference (#SelfPubCon24).

How to Market and Promote Your Book When Publishing Wide: The Reaching More Readers Podcast with Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland

In this month's episode of Reaching More Readers, Holly Greenland and Dale L. Roberts discuss the best practices for marketing and promoting your book when publishing across multiple platforms. They cover how to communicate to your readers in a clear and concise way that gets hits, along with the hidden benefits of creating a universal book link (UBL) for your book when publishing wide.

September 25, 2024
ALLi Editorial
Podcast
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Should Indie Authors Comply with Apple’s EU Personal Information Request?

At the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi), we recognize the dilemma Applie's EU request for personal information presents for authors: balancing compliance with emerging regulations while protecting your personal privacy. In this post, we’ll dive into the implications of Apple’s request, explore whether you should comply, and provide practical tips for navigating this situation.

Engage Readers Without Selling Out — Diane Vallere’s Approach to Promotion: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast

On the Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast’s Branding, Marketing, and Promotion stream, Dale L. Roberts talks to best-selling mystery author Diane Vallere about how she leverages social media to boost book visibility and engage readers without the hard sell. Dale and Diane discuss strategies for maintaining consistent and engaging content and creative ways to connect with an audience.

September 18, 2024
ALLi Editorial
Podcast
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Planning and ‘Pantsing’: How to Blend Structure and Spontaneity

Planning and pantsing are often seen as opposites, with planners carefully outlining every chapter and scene, while pantsers prefer to "fly by the seat of their pants," discovering the story as they write. However, many authors find that a hybrid approach—combining elements of both planning and pantsing—works best, offering a balance between structure and creative freedom.

From Longlist to Winner: Understanding the Stages of Book Award Competitions

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains the stages of book award competitions, from longlist to winner, and how each stage presents a unique marketing opportunity. She also offers practical tips on how authors can leverage every step to build buzz and connect with readers.