Sell More Books with These Seven Promotion Steps
Sell More Books with These Seven Promotion Steps We recently launched Sell More Books: ALLi's Guide to Book Promotion and…
Writing a Series? Here’s How Book Awards Work for You
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how series authors can pursue awards for both individual books and their complete body of work.
Second Editions and Award Eligibility: Can Your Revised Book Compete Again?
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how revised second editions can qualify for new award opportunities and what authors should know before submitting them.
Writing Beyond Borders: Awards for Translated and Non-English Books
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how translated and non-English books can access a wide range of award opportunities across global markets.
Your Audiobook Deserves Its Own Awards Strategy
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains why audiobooks should be treated as distinct creative works and how authors can develop a separate awards strategy for their audio editions.
Book Awards for Co-Authors: How Partnerships Work in Competitions
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how co-authored books are handled in award competitions, from submissions and fees to prizes and promotion.
Poetry Collection Awards: More Opportunities Than You Think
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains why poetry collections have more award opportunities than many poets realize and how to find competitions that align with their work.
Inside the Judges’ Minds: What Award Panels Really Look For
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains what judging panels prioritize and how authors can position their books for the best chance at award success.
Smart Spending: How Many Book Awards Should You Enter?
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how to set a smart, realistic budget for award submissions and decide how many competitions are worth your time and money.
Proof is Profitable — Use Reviews, Contests, and Awards to Drive Reader Engagement and Sales: Self-Publishing Advice Conference Highlight
In this Self-Publishing Advice Conference highlight, discover how reviews, contests, and awards can boost your reputation and drive engagement in the session, “Proof is Profitable.” Hannah Jacobson of Book Award Pro and Edward Trayer of The Wishing Shelf Book Awards share case studies and practical strategies alongside a panel of award-winning indie authors. Together, they explore how to use customer reviews to build trust, enter and win contests to gain recognition, and leverage awards to enhance your brand’s prestige and attract a wider audience.
Small Awards, Big Impact: Why Niche Recognition Can Outperform Major Prizes
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how smaller, niche awards can often deliver more meaningful career benefits for indie authors than chasing major literary prizes.
The Biggest Book Award Myth That’s Keeping Indie Authors from Winning
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson debunks the myth that great books automatically win awards, urging indie authors to take an active role in seeking recognition.