Writing a Series? Here’s How Book Awards Work for You
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how series authors can pursue awards for both individual books and their complete body of work.
Second Editions and Award Eligibility: Can Your Revised Book Compete Again?
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how revised second editions can qualify for new award opportunities and what authors should know before submitting them.
Writing Beyond Borders: Awards for Translated and Non-English Books
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how translated and non-English books can access a wide range of award opportunities across global markets.
Your Audiobook Deserves Its Own Awards Strategy
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains why audiobooks should be treated as distinct creative works and how authors can develop a separate awards strategy for their audio editions.
Book Awards for Co-Authors: How Partnerships Work in Competitions
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how co-authored books are handled in award competitions, from submissions and fees to prizes and promotion.
Poetry Collection Awards: More Opportunities Than You Think
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains why poetry collections have more award opportunities than many poets realize and how to find competitions that align with their work.
Inside the Judges’ Minds: What Award Panels Really Look For
In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains what judging panels prioritize and how authors can position their books for the best chance at award success.
How Trump’s Tariffs Affect Indie Authors and Self-Publishers: A US and Global Perspective
Are Trump’s new tariffs going to raise your book printing costs? Here’s what self-publishing authors around the world need to know about how Trump-era and future US tariffs impact indie authors and book printing. Learn about current exemptions for books, global risks for self-publishers, and ALLi's advice for protecting your publishing business.