Genre-Bonding: What it is and Why it’s the Indie Author’s Best Marketing Move
Genre-Bonding: What It Is and Why It's the Indie Author's Best Marketing Move Writing is solitary. Publishing doesn't have to…
Meet ALLi at The London Book Fair 2026: Panels, Author Talks, and Drinks Party
In 2026, the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi) returns to The London Book Fair for a week of insightful panel…
2026: AN EXCITING YEAR FOR ALLI MEMBERS
From new ways for readers to discover your books, to practical learning opportunities and deeper support for author wellbeing, here…
AI for Authors: Ethical & Practical Guidelines
When you hear the words "artificial intelligence" it usually evokes one of two responses, either excitement and curiosity at the prospect of new technologies, bringing more books and products to the world, or fear because the only experience of you have of AI are movies like I, Robot, the Matrix and the Terminator. But the Alliance of Independent Authors is here to show you the plethora of opportunities AI brings authors and how to work with AI ethically. This article is brought to you by Orna Ross. With thanks to Joanna Penn, Laurence O'Bryan of BooksGoSocial, Amit Gupta of Sudowrite, JD Lasica of Authors AI.
Award Wins, Audiobook Completion, a Special Edition Launch, and More: ALLi Member Milestones December 2025
This regular post from the Alliance of Independent Authors celebrates ALLi member successes to inspire our indie author community. Our ALLi Member Milestones, December 2025, celebrate the successes of author members William Brinkman, John C. A. Manley, Kevin Hwang, Ann Fairway, Brian Thompson, and Jennilynn Wyer. Congratulations to all those featured in this month’s roundup and to everyone in our community who has hit a milestone!
Indie Author Deals – Black Friday and Cyber Monday ALLi Partner Discounts 2025
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are upon us again, with bargains on offer across the internet. Here at the Alliance of Independent Authors, we love an indie author deal and this year is no different. Read on for a stack of deals from ALLi partner members. There's something for every writer at every level in this Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale for writers.
Award Wins, Debut Novel, Coming-of-Age Breakthrough, and More: ALLi Member Milestones October 2025
This regular post from the Alliance of Independent Authors celebrates ALLi member successes to inspire our indie author community. Our ALLi Member Milestones, October 2025, celebrate the successes of author members Julie L. Brown, Áille Róis, Michelle M. Pillow, Jackie Watson, Daniel Ellrick, Janus Lucky, and Michael Banks. Congratulations to all those featured in this month’s roundup and to everyone in our community who has hit a milestone!
SelfPubCon 2025: Full Agenda and Speaker Line-Up Announced
The Self-Publishing Advice Conference (#SelfPubCon25) is almost here! Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 18th to Sunday, October 19th, 2025, running from 8am–4pm (ET) / 1pm–9pm (UK) each day. With two full days of expert-led sessions, panels, and networking, this year’s conference promises fresh insights and practical takeaways you won’t want to miss. Free access is available to all during the conference weekend.
Enter the ‘Write Your Why’ Competition at SelfPubCon 2025
Calling all indie authors and self-publishers! In association with the upcoming Self-Publishing Advice Conference, we’re thrilled to announce our latest free-to-enter competition, with big prizes up for grabs, kindly donated by ALLi partner members.
Kickstarter Success, Comic-Con Debut, a 15-Year Novel Journey, and More: ALLi Member Milestones August 2025
This regular post from the Alliance of Independent Authors celebrates ALLi member successes to inspire our indie author community. Our ALLi Member Milestones, August 2025, celebrate the successes of author members Jeff Probst, Whitney Cubbison, Michael Maloof, Simona Rinfreschi, Helen Parker-Drabble, Laura Drake, and Amber Hathaway. Congratulations to all those featured in this month’s roundup and to everyone in our community who has hit a milestone!
Romantic Comedy Award, Interactive Middle Grade Bestseller, and More: ALLi Member Milestones June 2025
This regular post from the Alliance of Independent Authors celebrates ALLi member successes to inspire our indie author community. Our ALLi Member Milestones, June 2025, celebrate the successes of author members Cliff Lovette, Suzanne Lissaman, Linda Browne, Matty Dalrymple, Michael La Ronn, Kathryn Holme, Mark Leslie Lefebvre, Judy L. Mohr, Brock Stephen Henning, and Debbie Carroll. Congratulations to all those featured in this month’s roundup and to everyone in our community who has hit a milestone!
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.