The Self-Publishing Advice Center

LIVE: London Book Fair – The rise and rise of the authopreneur
2026-03-10 16:00 - 16:45 (Europe/London) | London Olympia
Self-publishing and hybrid publishing continue to accelerate, opening new creative and commercial pathways for writers who choose to build their own publishing enterprises.
In this Alliance of Independent Authors panel, chaired by director Orna Ross, three leading voices explore what it means to be an “authorpreneur” today — combining writing craft, publishing business, and growth strategies.
From personal experience to sector-wide insights and fresh data from ALLi’s new Indie Author Income Survey, this session reveals how authors are making a living (and in some cases a killing) from their books, by taking charge of their publishing futures.

LIVE: Writer’s Summit – Indie publishing versus traditional publishing
2026-03-09 10:00 - 10:10 | London Novotel West
Indie publishing versus traditional publishing what does an author need to know now – in numbers.
Kobo recently said that 1 in 4 of their books sales is from self-published authors. Our very own, Orna Ross, will discuss what the statistics and numbers tell us about self-publishing versus traditional: profit, audience, the reality of the self publishing market in numbers.

PODCAST DROP: Getting Your Book Into Bookstores - Member Q&A
2026-03-08 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi Member Q&A podcast, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black discuss getting your book into bookstores.
Also on this month's show…

How can I learn more about the China book buying market?
X publisher has approached me. Is it a scam?
How do I know when to go indie vs. traditional?

Don't miss it!

PODCAST DROP: Latest Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway
2026-03-06 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-27 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-20 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-13 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-06 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-30 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-23 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-16 13:00 - 14:00 and 4 more dates | ALLi Podcast
A breakdown of the week's most significant self-publishing news, providing insights, implications, and in-depth analyses.
The Self-Publishing News Podcast stream is proudly sponsored by PublishMe—helping indie authors succeed globally with expert translation, tailored marketing, and publishing support. From first draft to international launch, PublishMe ensures your book reaches readers everywhere. Visit publishme.me.

PODCAST DROP: The Digital DNA of Your Book that helps with Distribution – Metadata Insights from NielsenIQ BookData
2026-03-04 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
In this episode of the Self-Publishing Advice podcast, Anna Featherstone speaks with Abbey Clark from NielsenIQ BookData Australia about book metadata—what it is, why it matters, and how it affects discoverability and distribution across the publishing ecosystem.
Abbey shares clear, practical guidance on when to set up metadata, how to keep it current, and the common mistakes authors and publishers can avoid. A must-listen for any author wanting to give their book the best possible chance of being found.
The Self-Publishing with ALLi Production & Distribution Podcast is proudly sponsored by Gatekeeper Press.

PODCAST DROP: Inspirational Indie Authors interview
2026-03-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-15 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-18 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-04 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-21 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
Dive deep into personal stories of indie authors, understanding their pathways to success, challenges faced, and lessons learned.

PODCAST DROP: How Manuscript Assessments Guide Better Editing Choices
2026-02-25 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
In this episode, Howard Lovy talks with Tim McConnehey, Founder and CEO of Izzard Ink Publishing, about how manuscript assessments help authors make clear, practical decisions about their books.
From a developmental editor’s perspective, the conversation focuses on how evaluations clarify what’s working, what needs attention, and what kind of editing or design support makes sense next, so authors can move forward with a plan instead of guesswork.

PODCAST DROP: Exposing Yourself - Turning Creative Cringe Into Creative Power
2026-02-22 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
Most creative people aren’t blocked by a lack of talent or ideas or time or money. They’re blocked by the social cost of showing up badly in public—creative cringe.
Orna Ross and Jake McNeill of Creative Hackers unpacks why “being perceived” can feel so dangerous, how our inner critic invents an “asshole version” of the audience, and why that story keeps brilliant people stuck lurking.
Drawing on examples from Emily Dickinson to Vincent Van Gogh, and using the 90–9–1 participation inequality principle (90% observe, 9% engage, 1% create), they explore what separates the 1% from the rest—and how to design a practical path from cringe to creative conclusion.

PODCAST DROP: Member Q&A - Planning a New Year
2026-02-08 13:00 - 16:00 | ALLi Podcast
In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi Member Q&A podcast, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black discuss…

What tips do Michael and Sacha have for planning the new year?

Does ALLi rate awards for authors?

It's getting harder to spot spam as an author. Any ideas?

Can I print and ship books locally in Australia with Amazon?

And more!

PODCAST DROP: Sharing First Nations Story Using Indie Platforms
2026-02-04 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
In this episode, ALLi’s non-fiction advisor Anna Featherstone is joined by Anna Borzi AM, Chair of the First Nations Writers Festival and its publishing imprint, First Nations Publishers.
Over the past four years, the charity has evolved from a literary festival into a publishing, production, and global distribution platform—often the only one available to the writers it supports. Operating as a volunteer-led charity, the organisation produces and distributes books from Pacific writers.
In this conversation, we explore what it means to publish in their own voice for global readers; how professional production can be achieved on a lean model; the role of print-on-demand and direct-to-reader sales; and the strategic shift away from costly festivals.

PODCAST DROP: Spoken: Bring Your Book to Life with AI-assisted Audio (including multi-voice)
2026-01-07 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
In this episode of the ALLi Self-Publishing Advice Podcast, Anna Featherstone speaks with Phil Marshall, co-founder of Spoken, about the fast-changing world of audiobook production — and how authors can now economically record their audiobook using AI versions of their own voice or bring multi-voice works to life.
Spoken is a relatively new ALLi partner member whose platform is designed specifically for authors, offering natural-sounding narration with a cast of custom-generated voices and licensed voice clones from human voice actors. If you've ever wondered how to create an audiobook without breaking the bank, or how to finally bring your backlist to life in audio, this conversation is essential listening.
The Self-Publishing With ALLi Production & Distribution Podcast Stream is proudly sponsored by Gatekeeper Press – Your partner in premium independent publishing. Empowering authors with expert guidance, 100% rights, 100% royalties, and global distribution. From editing to marketing, their all-inclusive services help you publish professionally and confidently. Gatekeeper Press — Where Authors Are Family.

PODCAST DROP: Creative Self-Publishing
2025-12-28 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
The final Creative Self-Publishing podcast of the year sees host Orna Ross take a reflective look back at the second half of 2025 and cast an eye forward to what’s ahead in 2026.
As always, the episode draws on our signature step-by-step approach to creative planning and intention-setting, helping indie authors stay inspired while setting realistic goals for their writing and publishing. It’s a gentle wrap-up to the year and a motivating springboard into the next.

PODCAST DROP: Advice: Branding, Marketing, & Promotion
2025-12-17 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
Join host Orna Ross as she interviews the brightest minds, experts, and insiders in the writing and self-publishing business. Get actionable insights to help you level up your author brand and reach more readers.
The Self-Publishing With ALLi Branding, Marketing & Promotion Podcast Stream is proudly sponsored by Bookfunnel. Do you have reader magnets, ARCs, and direct digital sales? Want to join multi-author promotions? Thousands of authors trust BookFunnel for seamless delivery and real human support. Visit BookFunnel.com.

PODCAST DROP: Business Postal Addresses, Government Shutdown Delays, and Michael and Sacha's Business War Stories - ALLi's Member Q&A
2025-12-14 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi Member Q&A podcast, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black discuss…

My newsletter requires a physical address in the footer of my emails, but I don't want to use my personal address. Help!
Due to the government shutdown in the US, the Library of Congress is delayed in issuing control numbers. Help!
Michael and Sacha will share current business struggles and success they have recently dealt with.

And more!
