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Behind the Scenes of the Editing Process: Self-Publishing with ALLi Featuring Matty Dalrymple

In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast, Matty Dalrymple talks with Kristen Tate of the Blue Garret editing service, a seasoned freelance editor, about the intricacies of editorial services and how authors can effectively engage with editors. The conversation provides insights into the editing process, the role of trust in the author-editor relationship, and how to navigate the often complex landscape of editorial pricing and contracts.

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Save the Date: Self-Publishing Advice Conference 2025 — #SelfPubCon25

The Self-Publishing Advice Conference (#SelfPubCon25) is back this October as we bring together leading voices from the self-publishing industry for another packed, practical and inspiring online event.

Self-Publishing | With ALLi | Creative | Self-Publishing | Orna Ross | Joanna Penn | Proudly | Sponsored By | Bookvault |…

How Creative Confidence Shapes Author Voice and Guides AI Use: Self-Publishing with ALLi Featuring Orna Ross and Joanna Penn

On the Creative Self-Publishing stream of the Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast, Orna Ross and Joanna Penn discuss creative confidence and the process of finding and sustaining an author voice. They talk about how life events, like grief or illness, can interrupt creativity, and how daily practices such as journaling or walking can help maintain a sense of continuity. The conversation also covers how recurring themes shape a writer’s voice, how AI tools like voice cloning are changing audiobook production, and how authors can decide when and how to use these tools without losing their individual style.

How to Market Your Book When It’s Between Genres

If Colleen Hoover’s chart-topping It Ends with Us had been released in 2010, booksellers would have shelved it as a romance and moved on. But ask an industry pro today where that book belongs and you might be in for a monologue on the complexity of trauma narratives, feminist reclamations of the “problem novel,” BookTok’s taste for ugly-cry catharsis, and more. For authors wondering how to market their book when it’s between genres, Hoover’s success raises both hope and questions.

Self-Publishing | With ALLi | Member Q&A | Proudly Sponsored By | Bookvault | SelfPublishingAdvice.org/podcast | Michael L…

Exploring Alternatives to Amazon and Meta Ads: The Self-Publishing Featuring ALLi Member Q&A Podcast Featuring Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black

In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi Member Q&A podcast, host Michael La Ronn discusses whether there are effective alternatives to Amazon and Meta ads for authors who want to reach readers but are reluctant to support those platforms.

Never Miss Your Chance: Why Great Books Win Awards Any Month of the Year

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains why there’s no single “award season” for books and how authors can take advantage of year-round opportunities to gain recognition.

Self-Publishing | With ALLi | Production & | Distribution | Anna Featherstone And Alex Smith | SelfPublishingAdvice.org/po…

Expanding Book Distribution with BookVault’s Global POD Services: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast Featuring Anna Featherstone

Recently, BookVault—a company familiar to many of our U.S. and U.K. listeners—expanded its print-on-demand services to Australia. In this episode, ALLi’s nonfiction advisor Anna Featherstone speaks with Alex Smith, BookVault’s brand manager, to learn what the company offers, how it operates globally, and whether it might be a good fit for authors looking to diversify how they produce and distribute their books.

The Long Road to Publication: When a Story Takes Decades to Write

In an industry that often celebrates speed—quick drafts, rapid releases, and fast turnarounds—it’s easy to forget the long road to publication some books must take. A story might begin with a spark of inspiration, only to sit untouched for years. Life intervenes. Confidence wavers. Priorities shift. But for certain authors, the pull of the unfinished manuscript never fades.

Radio Debut, Poetry Breakthrough, Book Launch, and More: ALLi Member Milestones May 2025

This regular post from the Alliance of Independent Authors celebrates ALLi member successes to inspire our indie author community. Our ALLi Member Milestones, April 2025, celebrate the successes of author members Janus Lucky, Russell Phillips, Michael Zajaczkowski, Jerry Vanschaik, Fay A. Klingler, Jeff Probst, C. Ruth Taylor, and Maria Iliffe-Wood. Congratulations to all those featured in this month’s roundup and to everyone in our community who has hit a milestone!

Self-Publishing | With ALLi | Branding, | Marketing, | & Promotion | Proudly | Sponsored By | Bookvault | Dale L. Roberts,…

The Power of Relationships in Author Marketing: Self-Publishing with ALLi Featuring Dale L. Roberts

In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast, Dale L. Roberts talks with Danica Favorite, community manager at PublishDrive, about what truly makes an author brand effective. They dive into how the power of relationships in author marketing, avoid the most common branding mistakes, and take real control of your marketing. Danica shares how wide distribution and authentic community-building can help authors stand out—and sell more—by owning their unique narrative.

Direct Selling in 2025: Higher Profits, Superfans, and More Freedom

In 2023, ALLi published a comprehensive guide to selling print books directly from your website, emphasizing author autonomy and the values of Self-Publishing 3.0. Two years later, the conversation has evolved. While print remains essential, today’s direct-selling landscape is increasingly defined by digital strategies, reader data, and deeper fan relationships.

May 5, 2025
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Profitable Publishing on Amazon KDP: Self-Publishing Conference Highlight

In this panel discussion, two high-achieving Amazon KDP authors, Sacha Black and J.M. Dalgliesh, reveal the most effective strategies and tactics they’ve used to maximize profitability in self-publishing. From smart pricing and advertising to leveraging data, this session is packed with actionable advice on how to turn writing books into a profitable, sustainable business. Learn how to make the most of Amazon’s tools and build a long-term, profitable publishing strategy that drives consistent income. This session is proudly sponsored by Amazon KDP.