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Audiobook Habits Shift

News Podcast: Audiobook Habits Shift, OverDrive Challenges OpenAI, and Study Shows Poetry Can Break AI Guardrails

On this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, Dan Holloway looks at a new study of American media habits that reveals strong daily audiobook listening—despite slowing growth driven by low uptake among readers over fifty. He also reports on OverDrive’s trademark lawsuit against OpenAI over the name Sora, and shares findings from a research paper showing that poetic prompts can bypass AI guardrails far more effectively than standard requests.
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Ghostwritten Fiction

Audio Interview: The Hidden Craft of Ghostwritten Fiction with Matty Dalrymple and Jon McGoran

In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, Matty Dalrymple talks with author and ghostwriter Jon McGoran about the craft and business of ghostwriting fiction. They discuss how Jon got started through an agency, the difference between fiction and nonfiction ghostwriting, the challenges of working in someone else’s creative world, and how clear contracts and good collaboration can make ghostwriting a steady income stream for authors.
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HarperCollins

News Summary: HarperCollins Writes Off Baker & Taylor Losses; Spotify Reshapes Audiobook Market; Australia Imposes Teen Social Media Ban

One of the stories I’ve mentioned a couple of times in recent weeks has been the collapse of Baker & Taylor, one of the major players in wholesale and distribution. One of the things I have wondered was what actual difference this might make. Obviously, narrowing the field in such a key area has consequences, but I was interested to note that HarperCollins has attributed a significant amount of its weak financial showing of late to the closure, with monies owed being written off.
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Spotify Expands Audiobooks

News Podcast: Spotify Expands Audiobooks, Launches Recaps Feature, and beehiiv Adds New Tools for Authors

On this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, Dan Holloway reports on Spotify’s continued expansion into audiobooks, including new access across key Nordic markets and the rollout of its AI-powered “recaps” feature that helps listeners pick up where they left off. He outlines how Spotify is addressing copyright concerns around AI use and notes broader audio developments, including 11 Labs signing voice deals with major celebrities. Dan also looks at beehiiv’s move to position itself as a full-service platform for long-form creators, offering new website and analytics tools for authors who rely on newsletters.
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Role-Playing Games

Audio Interview: How Role-Playing Games Blend Literature, Ethics, and Imagination with Anna Featherstone, Vee Hendro, and Hayley Gordon

How do you turn a literary world into a collaborative storytelling experience? In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, Anna Featherstone talks with Vee Hendro and Hayley Gordon—the award-winning duo behind Storybrewers Roleplaying—about producing their book- and card-based role-playing games, including Good Society: A Jane Austen Roleplaying Game and My Late Father’s Correspondence. Together, they explore how indie creators can merge writing, design, and ethics to craft imaginative, inclusive, and immersive books.
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Self-Publishing With ALLi Podcast | Editing And Design | Matty Dalrymple, Polly Campbell | SelfPublishingAdvice.org/podcast

Audio Interview: The Editorial Process for Short Fiction Contests with Matty Dalrymple and Polly Campbell

Author and podcaster Polly Campbell joins Matty Dalrymple to explore how writing contests can sharpen a writer’s editorial skills. Polly discusses the fast-paced revision process required for short fiction contests, how to make every word count, and why tight deadlines can lead to more focused, confident writing. She also shares practical strategies for structuring quick edits, choosing impactful details, and balancing creativity with polish—all lessons that can strengthen any writer’s craft.
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