Why Writing Festivals are worthwhile
I will admit to being a bit of a writing festival tart. I love the atmosphere, the buzz, and the…
Opinion: First Things First – Why Book Marketing Doesn’t Trump Writing Craft
Why you need to make sure your writing is the best it can be before you invest in marketing it - tough love on the importance of writing craft from ALLi Author Advice Center Manager Debbie Young, herself the author of a series of cozy mysteries
GDPR for Indie Authors: It’s About Earning Reader Trust
To help you comply with the GDPR laws that come into effect on 25th May, and which have implications for indie authors around the globe, here is a calm, succinct summary of what they mean to you and what you need to do.
Opinion: Why I’m Glad I Stood Up to Online Harassment
Wondering about the best way to deal with genuine online bullying? Indie author Chrissie Parker, herself a victim of persistent online harassment, shares her top coping mechanisms.
Opinion: Why Creative Assets are Key to Income and Influence for Indie Authors (and What They Are)
A must-read post by Orna Ross explaining the crucial role of your creative assets will play in enabling you to build a successful career as an indie author. Make sure you understand what they are - and that you have control of them.
Opinion: Why Authors Need to Budget for Book Marketing
Ever wondered about outsourcing your book marketing so you can get on with writing your books instead? Belinda Griffin of Smart Authors Lab shares her view on how to get the balance right.
Opinion: Why I Set Up a New Book Award When Other Awards Let Indie Authors Down
As indie authors, we've all been incensed by reports of scammy, insubstantial book awards that set out as much to…
Opinion: Why Indie Authors Should Also Be Readers
Do you make time to read for pleasure? If not, you should - it's the easiest way to enrich your writing and hone your craft as an author. Debbie Young explains why and shares a captivating poem on the topic by Julia Donaldson.
Writing: What Can Indie Authors Gain from The London Book Fair This Year?
An insightful interview with ALLi director Orna Ross by Howard Lovy sharing valuable advice on how indie authors can make the most of The London Book Fair, and what to expect if you attend.
Opinion: How Industry Changes Are Affecting Self-publishing Authors and Author Services – A Case Study
An experienced publishing consultant and service provider in Australia, Dixie Carlton, considers the changing nature of publishing services for indie authors and predicts the rise of a new coaching-based service that puts the author firmly in control
Introducing Our New AskALLi Self-publishing Advice Broadcast (Not Just Podcast) Line-up for Indie Authors
Don't miss the new line-up of AskALLi broadcasts to put you on the fast-track to more successful self-publishing, featuring a stellar cast of speakers leading the profession around the world.
Opinion: Don’t Be Afraid to Read Your Back Catalogue – You May Be Pleasantly Surprised
Do you have an out-of-print or unpublished back catalogue tucked away? Don't be afraid to get it out and reread it - it may be better than you think, and ideal material for self-publishing, says Ann Richardson, who goes on to offer two cases of her own that have done well.