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Tools For Independent Authors

The Most Useful Tools, Software, and Services for Independent Authors, with Orna Ross and Joanna Penn: Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast

In this month's #AskALLi Advanced Salon, Orna Ross and Joanna Penn talk about the tools, software, and services they use that are the most advantageous for independent authors—from writing to formatting to planning, sales tracking, accounting, and more.

Everything You Need to Know To Avoid Being Ripped off as an Indie Author

April 20, 2020
AskALLi Team
Running An Author Business, Watchdog Reports
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It's unfortunate that in every industry there are people who will gladly take advantage of you. That's why the Alliance of Independent Authors is proud to run a watchdog desk that runs a number of services including: highlighting trusted service providers through their vetting service and monthly watchdog posts on the not so trustworthy. Today, we have a round up of all of the articles you need to avoid being ripped off as an indie author.

Vanity Press

Friends Don’t Let Friends Use Vanity Presses

How do you explain the dark reality of vanity presses to an author who desperately wants to believe the sales pitch? Show them the proof.

Reasons Why Small Publishers Fail

5 Reasons Why Publishers Fail (and How to Avoid Them)

When small publishers fail, they often implode spectacularly. How can publishers avoid this? And how can authors stay safe?

The Periodic Table of Self-Publishing Services

There's a service for any element of the publishing process — including some you've probably never heard of. We're here to help you make sense of it all.

Ghostwriting Ethics Cover Photo

Ethics of Ghostwriting

Ghostwriting: is it a collaborative tool, or just cheating? Explore the ethical concerns with us, then let us know your thoughts.

Cover Photo: Civility Is More Than Good Manners

Civility is More than Good Manners

Civility is more than good manners; it is the foundation of every good business relationship.

Help! My Royalties are Incorrect!

How do we know that a publisher is correctly and faithfully reporting our sales?

Who Does Your Publishing Contract Protect?

Who Does Your Publishing Contract Protect?

Deciphering the arcane incantations of a publishing contract can spare indie authors needless anguish.

Unresponsive Publishing Or Self-publishing Company

How to Deal with an Unresponsive Publishing or Self-Publishing Company

Most publishers — even the bad ones — will at least respond to client requests and complaints. But what happens when that company simply ignores you?

Social Media Marketing: Cutting Through The Hype

Social Media Marketing: Cutting through the Hype

Can you tell which social media promotion services deserve a piece of your marketing budget? We'll show you how to quickly identify the best services.

Amazon's Unwritten Print Pricing Rule

Amazon’s Unwritten Print Pricing Rule

Amazon's poorly documented print pricing rules underscore an ongoing problem with the corporate giant's policies.

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