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Alliance Of Independent Authors | Self-Publishing News | August 28, 2025 | With Dan Holloway

News Summary: Spotify Expands Audiobook Features with Follow Along; Authors Raise Alarm over Audible Royalties

Spotify seems to be expanding its audiobook offering yet further with Follow Along. Thanks to Publishing Perspectives for the details offered here. Spotify has been gathering pace in rolling out its audiobook program of late, with its Audiobooks+ offer to those on Family and Duo plans coming to a growing number of markets.

August 28, 2025
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Audio Interview: How Authors Can Earn Income and Visibility Through Libraries With Dale L. Roberts and Sylvia Hubbard

Libraries offer more than just shelf space—they can be a consistent source of income and visibility for indie authors. In this episode, Dale L. Roberts talks with award-winning author and publishing strategist Sylvia Hubbard about how to build strong relationships with libraries. Sylvia shares how she pitches events, lands paid speaking gigs, and gets her books into circulation, all while supporting her local literary community. It’s a practical, eye-opening look at a frequently overlooked avenue for author success.

August 27, 2025
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Self-Publishing | With ALLi | Production & | Distribution | Anna Featherstone, Danica Favorite | SelfPublishingAdvice.org/…

Audio Interview: Exploring Global Distribution, Metadata, and Accessibility With Anna Featherstone and Danica Favorite

ALLi nonfiction adviser Anna Featherstone chats with Danica Favorite, community manager at PublishDrive, about the challenges indie authors face in global distribution. They discuss how writers can navigate multiple platforms, balance print, audio, and ebooks, and manage metadata. They also talk about new accessibility laws and when outside tools or services make sense — and when they may not.

August 20, 2025
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Self-Publishing | With | ALLi | Editing | And | Design | Matty Dalrymple | And | Michael Pietrobon | SelfPublishingAdvice.…

Audio Interview: Budget-Friendly Ways to Add Audio to eBooks With Matty Dalrymple and Michael Pietrobon

ALLi Campaigns Manager Matty Dalrymple talks with Michael Pietrobon, founder of Canadian book design and self-publishing company Foglio, about budget-friendly ways to add audio to eBooks without producing full audiobooks. They discuss using sound effects and leitmotifs to enhance stories, technical standards for eBook production, sourcing free audio, AI clean-up, and creating interactive enhanced eBooks. Michael also offers advice on ensuring device compatibility and distribution, while noting that print books should remain a priority for authors.

August 13, 2025
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Alliance Of Independent Authors | Self-Publishing News | August 9, 2025 | With Dan Holloway

News Summary: Spotify Expands Audiobook Access in US; Frankfurt and UK Spotlight Comics Creators

A few weeks ago, I reported that Spotify had opened up its family and duo plans in a number of markets so that all plan members could add fifteen hours of audiobooks, not just the person who runs the plan. I noted then that it was surely just a matter of time before this feature was opened up to US audiences. Well, sure enough, that has now happened. It means everyone on a Family or Duo plan can top that plan up to access fifteen hours of audiobooks.

August 9, 2025
Dan Holloway
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Audio Interview: How Indie Authors Build Loyal Readers With Dale L. Roberts and J. Kevin Tumlinson

In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, Dale L. Roberts talks with J. Kevin Tumlinson about building a personal author brand that attracts loyal readers. They explain why branding is about human connection rather than logos, how your mindset can shape your writing career, and how to create a brand that grows with you. The conversation includes practical tips on finding your voice, taking smart risks, and building long-term relationships with your audience.

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News Podcast: Spotify Expands Audiobook Access, Meta Rejects EU Code, Romantasy Trend Still Strong

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway covers Spotify’s expanded audiobook options, Meta’s refusal to support the EU’s AI code of conduct, and the fast-approaching deadline for the $100,000 Novel Prize. He also highlights new data suggesting the romantasy trend still has years of life, especially in emerging subgenres.

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Audio Interview: What Authors Need to Know About Augmented Reality

In this episode of Self-Publishing with ALLi, Anna Featherstone talks with Stuart Grant, founder of the Digital Authors Toolkit, about how authors can use augmented reality (AR). The discussion covers what AR is, how it fits into the publishing process, and practical, affordable ways for indie authors to experiment with it. Real-world examples and tools help illustrate whether AR is a good fit for a particular type of book or publishing stage.