Writers, Unite! – Calling Indie Authors to Influence an Important New Survey about Writing
You are strongly encouraged to have your say about writers and writing in Prof Alison Baverstock's important new survey - more details & link are here
Opinion: The Missing Piece in Self-Published Literary Fiction: Unapologetic Marketing
Why indie authors of literary fiction should take a leaf out of the marketing book of genre writers - Jay Lemming describes how this strategy works for him.
How Changing the Covers on a Self-published Book Can Boost Sales – A Case Study
Have you got the best covers for your books? Writing coach Jenny Alexander's case study of boosting sales with a new cover may inspire you to think again.
The Economics of Audio Books: An Author Case Study: Ian Sutherland
INDIE AUTHOR FRINGE: Ian Sutherland, who has released his books on audio, shares his expertise about the decisions that were part of the process and the benefits of expanding his product line to reach more readers.
Chatbots: The New Book Marketing Phenomenon Authors Cannot Ignore: Kerry Gardiner
INDIE AUTHOR FRINGE: Chatbots are here, and they’re here to stay. Love them or loathe them, you should not dismiss their potential. Chatbots are an incredibly powerful tool that can help you read a wider audience, combat mailing list fatigue, and engage with your readers in a way that a newsletter can’t. Kerry will show why you should have your own chatbot, the benefits of having one, and dispel some of the negative connotations that spring to mind when you hear the word ‘bot’.
AskALLi Members’ Self-Publishing Q&A w/ David Penny & Debbie Young October 2017
David Penny and Debbie Young are in the indie author hot seat to answer the most pressing self-publishing questions. Listen to the podcast, watch the video, or read the full show transcript.
Advanced Self-Publishing Salon w/ Orna Ross & Joanna Penn October 2017
Each month Orna Ross and Joanna Penn join forces to bring you The Advanced Self-Publishing Salon, a live online broadcast where they discuss what’s going on in the publishing industry.
Book Marketing: How I Found Success in a Bookstore – A Case Study by Jonathan Hope
Think it's not possible to get your self-published book into a bookstore? Think again - and take inspiration from this fab case study of a fellow indie author's success.
Indie Author Fringe: Help us spread the word
We're three weeks away from our free online Indie Author Fringe event, which has a focus of running an indie author business. Find out how to help us spread the word.
Production: 6 Tips to Help Indie Authors Format Prints Book with Word
Don't miss these 6 top tips to make child's play out of formatting print books, using Microsoft Word - it's easier than you might think!
Book Marketing: Creative Ways to Find Physical Stockists for Your Self-published Books
Don't fret if you can't get your books into bricks-and-mortar bookstores - take inspiration from Jude Lennon, reaching readers via other shops and community venues
A Recommended Reading List of Editing Reference Books and Style Guides for Indie Authors and Editors
Check out this handy list of editing reference books for indie authors - and add your favourite if it's not there already! Both US and British English included.