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Are Book Awards Only for Fiction? Dispelling Award Myths for Indie Authors

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson dispels the myth that book awards are only for fiction and explains how independent authors can find recognition for both fiction and nonfiction works.

Recognizing Excellence: Unique Awards for Indie Authors

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson highlights a variety of book awards—ranging from genre-specific to regional honors—that authors can pursue to enhance their visibility and credibility. Welcome to the Book Award Update for December 2024 with Hannah Jacobson from Book Award Pro.

Can You Resubmit Your Book for an Award After Being Nominated?

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains whether indie authors can resubmit a book for an award after a prior nomination, exploring when it might be worthwhile.

Is There a ‘Best Season’ for Book Award Submissions?

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explores whether there's an ideal season for submitting books to literary awards. She offers insights on year-round strategies to help indie authors make the most of award opportunities and align submissions with their marketing goals.

Planning for Retirement: Financial Strategies for Indie Authors

When you're an indie author, planning for retirement isn’t usually top of mind. Between writing, marketing, and managing everything that comes with self-publishing, thinking about long-term security often gets pushed aside. But as self-employed creatives, indie authors face unique challenges. Unlike traditional jobs with pensions and automatic retirement savings, authors have to take control of their financial future.

How to Market and Promote Your Book When Publishing Wide: The Reaching More Readers Podcast with Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland

In this month's episode of Reaching More Readers, Holly Greenland and Dale L. Roberts discuss the best practices for marketing and promoting your book when publishing across multiple platforms. They cover how to communicate to your readers in a clear and concise way that gets hits, along with the hidden benefits of creating a universal book link (UBL) for your book when publishing wide.

September 25, 2024
ALLi Editorial
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From Longlist to Winner: Understanding the Stages of Book Award Competitions

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains the stages of book award competitions, from longlist to winner, and how each stage presents a unique marketing opportunity. She also offers practical tips on how authors can leverage every step to build buzz and connect with readers.

Beyond the Gold Seal: Leveraging Book Awards for Indie Author Marketing

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson discusses leveraging book awards. She shares how indie authors can use book awards to boost their book's visibility and credibility. She offers practical tips on leveraging awards in your marketing strategy.