It's time to mark your calendar, because SelfPubCon26 is officially open for registration!
Register Free + Enter the Prize Draw
The global Self-Publishing Advice Conference returns online on 17th–18th October 2026, bringing independent authors from around the world together for two days of expert advice, practical sessions, fresh ideas and conversations about where self-publishing is heading next.
And this year, there's an extra reason to register early: every eligible registration is automatically entered into our SelfPubCon26 Prize Draw.
Register Free & You're Automatically Entered to Win
Registration is completely free, and there's no separate competition entry form to fill in.
Simply:
1. Register for SelfPubCon26
Create your free SelfPubConnect account to register for the conference.
2. You're automatically entered into the Prize Draw
Your conference registration gives you one automatic entry into the free SelfPubCon26 Prize Draw. No purchase or additional entry is required.
3. Join us online on 17th–18th October
Your conference access will open automatically when the online conference space opens. You can then join the sessions, take part in discussions and connect with other indie authors from around the world.
The Prize Draw is open to eligible independent and aspiring independent authors aged 18 and over, with entries closing at 11.59pm UK time on 18th October 2026.
The Grand Prize: A Kobo Clara Colour
One lucky winner will receive a Kobo Clara Colour eReader in black or white, worth $199.99, generously donated by Kobo Writing Life.
It's the perfect prize for anyone who loves books — and there's plenty more in the prize pool, too.
Every winner will also receive a complimentary eBook copy of Creative Self-Publishing by ALLi Director Orna Ross, plus one randomly selected prize from our growing Get It Published Pack.
The prize pool already includes opportunities covering:
- Book publishing and production
- Editing and editorial feedback
- Book design
- Author websites
- Marketing
- Reader insights
- Publishing education and training
- And much more
The prize pool is still growing, so there will be more to discover between now and October. Keep checking back regularly.
Register Free + Enter the Prize Draw
The Future of Self-Publishing: What's Working Now & What's Next
This year's theme is: The Future of Self-Publishing: What's Working Now & What's Next
Self-publishing is changing fast. New technologies, new ways of reaching readers, emerging markets and changing reader behaviours are creating opportunities, but they're also making it harder to know where to focus.
SelfPubCon26 is about cutting through that noise.
Across two days, we'll be looking at what's working now, what's changing, and what indie authors need to know about what's coming next.
Meet Our Keynote: Jane Friedman
We're delighted to welcome Jane Friedman as our keynote speaker.
Jane is one of publishing's most respected analysts and the publisher of The Bottom Line. Her keynote is:
The Indie Author's Next Move: What's Working Now and Where We're Going
Drawing on decades of experience in publishing and market analysis, Jane will explore the opportunities and business models emerging for indie authors. She'll look at what's working now, where the market is heading, and how independent authors can keep up with a rapidly changing publishing landscape.
And That's Just the Beginning…
Our 2026 programme brings together authors, publishing experts and industry professionals to explore some of the biggest questions facing indie authors right now.
Among the sessions already announced, you can expect:
Nick Kotar: Writing for Humans in the Age of AI and Algorithms
How do you keep writing for real readers while navigating an increasingly algorithmic publishing environment?
Penny Sansevieri: Why Local Marketing Is the Indie Author's Newest Advantage
Discover why thinking locally could open up new opportunities for reaching readers.
Orna Ross: The New Rules of Reader Reach
A look at the changing landscape of discoverability, readership and connecting with readers.
Oriana Leckert: Crowdfunding's Next Chapter
Explore where crowdfunding is heading and what it could mean for independent authors.
Mark Leslie & Matty Dalrymple: New Trends in Podcasting
What's changing in podcasting, and where are the opportunities for authors?
ALLi Team: Ask ALLi: Your Self-Publishing Questions Answered
Bring your questions and get practical guidance from the ALLi team.
Michail Kollewijn: Entering European Markets
Explore opportunities for indie authors looking beyond their home markets.
More speakers and sessions still to be announced.
With Thanks to Our 2026 Sponsors
SelfPubCon26 wouldn't be possible without the support of our sponsors.
We're delighted to welcome Amazon KDP and IngramSpark as our headline sponsors, alongside Gatekeeper Press, Damonza Design, and Bowker also supporting this year's conference.
Our sponsors play an important role in helping us bring this free 2-day event to the indie author community, and you'll have opportunities throughout the conference to discover the tools, services and expertise they offer.
Two Free Days. One Big Question.
For more than a decade, SelfPubCon has brought the indie author community together to share knowledge, explore new opportunities and make sense of a rapidly changing publishing landscape.
This year, we're asking:
What's working now and what's next?
Join us on 17th–18th October 2026 to find out.
Register for free today and you'll automatically be entered into the SelfPubCon26 Prize Draw.
REGISTER FREE + ENTER THE PRIZE DRAW
And if you're an ALLi member or SelfPubCon access-pass holder, there's more to come. On 19th October, you're invited to an exclusive Indie Author Lab workshop with ALLi Director Orna Ross, designed to help you turn the ideas from SelfPubCon into an action plan for your own publishing business. Plus, all conference sessions available in replay.
We can't wait to see you there!
