Name: PODCAST DROP: Latest Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway
Start: 2026-07-03T13:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-07-03T14:00:00+01:00
Location: ALLi Podcast

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.

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.

Award Wins, Audiobook Completion, a Special Edition Launch, and More: ALLi Member Milestones December 2025

This regular post from the Alliance of Independent Authors celebrates ALLi member successes to inspire our indie author community. Our ALLi Member Milestones, December 2025, celebrate the successes of author members William Brinkman, John C. A. Manley, Kevin Hwang, Ann Fairway, Brian Thompson, and Jennilynn Wyer. Congratulations to all those featured in this month’s roundup and to everyone in our community who has hit a milestone!

How to Find and Maximize Book Awards to Boost Your Author Platform with Matty Dalrymple and Hannah Jacobson

On the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, Campaigns Manager Matty Dalrymple interviews Hannah Jacobson about how indie authors can find and make the most of book awards. Their conversation covers everything from spotting red flags and budgeting for entry fees to using nominations and wins to boost visibility, strengthen a book’s metadata, and open doors to opportunities like BookBub Featured Deals. Jacobson, founder of Book Award Pro, also explains how awards can support authors at any stage of their publishing journey and offers practical tips on sharing award news without sounding self-promotional.

November 30, 2025
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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.

Smart Spending: How Many Book Awards Should You Enter?

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how to set a smart, realistic budget for award submissions and decide how many competitions are worth your time and money.

Award Wins, Debut Novel, Coming-of-Age Breakthrough, and More: ALLi Member Milestones October 2025

This regular post from the Alliance of Independent Authors celebrates ALLi member successes to inspire our indie author community. Our ALLi Member Milestones, October 2025, celebrate the successes of author members Julie L. Brown, Áille Róis, Michelle M. Pillow, Jackie Watson, Daniel Ellrick, Janus Lucky, and Michael Banks. Congratulations to all those featured in this month’s roundup and to everyone in our community who has hit a milestone!