The Seven Processes of Publishing: Marketing
Today, the Alliance of Independent Authors AskALLi team is examining the fifth process of publishing: marketing.
Book marketing for Indie authors: Calls to Action
In an age where readers have more choices than ever, authors need to do more than just write a great book. They must also know how to effectively harness and engage their audience. One powerful tool to do this is the Call to Action, or CTA. Which is why the Alliance of Independent Authors AskALLi team is examining what well-crafted calls to action can do.
Developing Your Book Marketing Aesthetic: Creating Images
As indie authors, seeing your book in the wild, in readers hands is a wonderful moment. Made even more special if you're lucky enough to be tagged in stunning photos on Instagram or TikTok or any social media platforms. But how do you do it? Today, the Alliance of Independent Authors AskALLi team welcomes Kate Hennessy, professional photographer and author to explain all.
A Guide to Paid Book Advertising for Independent Authors
As an indie author, you've poured your heart and soul into your book and spent countless hours writing, revising, and editing. Now, it's time to share your work with the world. But how do you get your book in front of readers? One effective way is through paid book advertising, which is what the Alliance of Independent Authors are exploring today.
What Can We Learn from Romance Book Marketing?
Romance authors are known for being at the cutting edge of marketing and tactics. So the Alliance of Independent Authors AskALLi team thought asked our romance authors what they're doing and what marketing tactics are working in 2023. What can we learn from romance book marketing?
Self-Publishing Literary Fiction: A How-To Guide for Litfic Authors
Yes you can successfully self-publish literary fiction. Orna Ross, director of ALLi and award-winning novelist and poet dispels the myths, giving guidance and examples.
How to Create an Author Website that Converts
Creating an author website is one thing, but getting it to convert and actually sell your books is a whole other skill. Today, the Alliance of Independent Authors AskALLi team welcomes partner member Thrive Themes to talk all about how to create an author website that converts.
Why Indie Authors Should Publish Gift Books
The holiday season is upon us. No matter what festivals you celebrate, whether it's summer or winter right now, a holiday period is a great opportunity to do something special and promote your books. That's what the Alliance of Independent Authors AskALLi team is focusing on today. How to maximise seasonal book sales.
Best Indie Author Marketing Posts of 2022
Every year, as we near the close of the year, we take a moment to pause and round up the best of the best on the Alliance of Independent Authors blog. Today, we're bringing you a selection of the best marketing blogs from 2022. It's time to review your marketing plans, tools and resources and prepare for 2023. These are the best marketing tips for indie authors from 2022.
Does Free Still Work? Indie Author Marketing
You've spent weeks, months or even years working on a book. Countless hours of blood, sweat and tears, and now you have to give your work away for free? It can be a hard one to accept, but if you shift your mindset, using "free" as a marketing tactic, a tool in your book promo belt can work wonders for you. Today, the Alliance of Independent Authors AskALLi team is asking and answering the question, does free still work?
Audiobook Marketing for Indie Authors
We all know audiobooks are big business, everyone is talking about how important it is to create them. But no one is talking about how to promote and market them. That's what the Alliance of Independent Authors AskALLi team is doing today. We're diving into audiobook marketing for indie authors.
Successfully Selling Books Wide: Authorpreneur Feature Kris Michaels
Last week saw the first in a series of features we're running highlighting the successes of our authorpreneur members. Today, we're featuring another Alliance of Independent Authors authorpreneur member and the inspirational work they do. Today, it's Kris Michaels, who has found success selling books wide.