10 Myths and Misunderstandings about Amazon
Popular myths about Amazon policies could cost you royalties, or even your Amazon account. Have you been misled?
An Indie Author Gives Thanks
Whether you're celebrating Thanksgiving or a routine Thursday, this is a perfect time to reflect on how fortunate we are to be indie authors today.
Replacing Pronoun
Now that Pronoun is closing, where should authors turn for distribution? ALLi's Watchdog Desk compares ebook distributors to see how they stack up to Pronoun.
Partner Spotlight: PJ Boox
Meet Patti Brassard Jefferson, proprietor of PJ Boox, an exciting and innovative bookstore that features only indie and small press authors.
AMS Rules Roundup
Amazon Marketing Services (AMS) is one of this year's hottest venues for book advertising, but to take advantage of the…
Partner Spotlight: BooksGoSocial
Read the first in our new series spotlighting valued ALLi Partner Members who help indie authors self-publish their books successfully - meet Laurence O'Bryan of BooksGoSocial.
Running the Gauntlet: The Value of Criticism
Harsh criticism can be uncomfortable, but it can take your work to the next level. Learn how to solicit, accept, and use criticism
Reactions to the Amazon Clickfarming Scandal
When David Gaughran exposed clickfarming scams that were manipulating the sales rank of books on Amazon, authors expressed a wide range of reactions.There's a lot to unpack here. Let's wade in.
Increase Your Visibility With Google’s Knowledge Panel
Google's Knowledge Panels are eye-catching features that summarize the information people are most likely searching for. They are available for corporate brands, local businesses, celebrities, authors, books, movies, and more. Here's how to get one.
Identifying and Managing Online Trolls
If you have ever used the internet, you've likely encountered the ubiquitous troll. Trolling has, unfortunately, become an indelible part of the internet landscape. But are all trolls the same?
Best Selling Book Descriptions: A Visual Analysis
I've been dog-paddling through Amazon's sea of data quite a bit lately, and book descriptions have repeatedly caught my attention.…
Watchdog Advisory: ProofProfessor
During the first quarter of 2017, ALLi's Watchdog Desk received several complaints about a company known as ProofProfessor. The complaints…