TwitterChat: How much time should you spend Marketing vs Writing?
On the ALLi Twitter chat (#indieAuthorChat) this week we asked questions about How much time should you spend Marketing vs Writing?
The Ultimate Guide to Rights Reversion
For many authors, it’s their dream to sign a contract with a publisher and see their work on the shelf of their favorite bookstores. But what happens after publication when your “season” is over, the book doesn’t sell the way you want and you’re not making the money you want? Sure, you can ask your publisher to promote your books, but for most authors, it’s up to you to do a majority of the promotion. Today's post looks at rights reversion. Thanks to Alliance of Independent Authors member Katlyn Duncan and ALLi advisor and literary agent Ethan Ellenberg.
TwitterChat: Do You Need to be an Expert to Write a Non-Fiction Book?
On the ALLi Twitter chat (#indieAuthorChat) this week we asked questions about Do You Need to be an Expert to Write a Non-Fiction Book?
TwitterChat: Are Pre-Orders a Good Idea?
On the ALLi Twitter chat (#indieAuthorChat) this week we asked questions about Are Pre-Orders a Good Idea?
TwitterChat: Using KDP to make a book available on Amazon
On the ALLi Twitter chat (#indieAuthorChat) this week we asked questions about Using KDP to make a book available on Amazon
2021 So Far: Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast With Orna Ross and Joanna Penn
We're taking a podcast break during the month of August, so instead we'll bring you what we've covered in 2021 so far on our Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Joanna Penn. Below are some of the highlights, with links to the full podcasts, videos, and transcripts. We'll return in September with new episodes.
TwitterChat: Let’s Talk About Writing Software
On the ALLi Twitter chat (#indieAuthorChat) this week we asked questions about Let's Talk About Writing Software
TwitterChat: Just How Important are Books in Society?
On the ALLi Twitter chat (#indieAuthorChat) this week we asked questions about Just How Important are Books in Society?
The Ultimate Guide to Comparison Authors, Genres and Tropes
Comparison often gets a bad rap. But there are times when comparing in order to understand a genre and the expectations a reader will have of you and whether or not you've met those expectations are actually really important. Today's post dives into the nitty gritty of what you should be comparing to help your author business succeed. This is the ultimate guide to comparison authors, genres and tropes.
TwitterChat: Using Amazon Live with Jim Fuhs and Chris Stone
On the ALLi Twitter chat (#indieAuthorChat) this week we asked questions about Using Amazon Live with Jim Fuhs and Chris Stone
The Ultimate Guide to Creative Rest for Indie Authors
Ask a dozen people what rest looks like, and you'll get a dozen different answers. Indie authors by nature tend to be workaholics. We have to wear so many hats, and so many roles to play, it's often difficult to remember one of those hats should be self-care. Today, the Alliance of Independent Authors AskALLi team is diving into what creative rest for indie authors should look like.
TwitterChat: Is Blogging worthwhile for authors?
On the ALLi Twitter chat (#indieAuthorChat) this week we asked questions about Is Blogging worthwhile for authors?