non-fiction Archives

How to Plan and Release a Second Edition of Your Self-Published Book

In this post from the Alliance of Independent Authors, we are joined by guest blogger Karen Williams, bestselling book mentor, author of 10 books and a TEDx speaker. Karen shares her advice and experience on releasing a second edition of a self-published book; answering key questions and recommending what you should consider. This post focuses on non-fiction books.

Top Tips for Your Nonfiction Indie Author Marketing Strategy: Reaching More Readers Podcast with Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland

In the Reaching More Readers podcast, Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland dive into the key elements of a successful marketing strategy for nonfiction indie authors. They emphasize the importance of "findability," ensuring your books reach the right readers at the right time, and highlight the role of strategic thinking in making the most of your marketing efforts. From author websites and book covers to social media and physical marketing materials, Dale and Holly offer concise, top tips to enhance your book's visibility and deepen your connection with your audience.

Inspirational Indie Author Interview: Aurora Winter – Mastering the Pivot, From Screenplays to Nonfiction to Fiction

My ALLi author guest this episode is Aurora Winter, the author of several award-winning fiction and non-fiction books. She has a background as a TV executive and wrote an award-winning screenplay for a TV movie. Aurora is also master of the career pivot, from investor to TV executive to fiction and nonfiction author. She has some advice on how to change course wisely.

Self-Publishing Marketing And Promotion Best Blogs 2023

Marketing and Promoting Self-Published Books: Best Blogs 2023

As the year draws to a close we continue our month of reflection throughout December, and this week we are looking back at the top indie author marketing and promoting self-published books posts on the Alliance of Independent Authors blog. From paid advertising to non-fiction marketing techniques, these are the blogs from 2023 you don't want to miss if you are looking to boost your marketing activity in the coming year...

TwitterChat: Do You Need to be an Expert to Write a Non-Fiction Book?

On the ALLi Twitter chat (#indieAuthorChat) this week we asked questions about Do You Need to be an Expert to Write a Non-Fiction Book?

August 24, 2021
Timothy Lewis
Process 3 & 4: Production & Distribution
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Meet Laura Morelli, Self-publishing Success Story

Take inspiration and pick up top tips for productivity from the highly successful indie author of fiction and non-fiction, Laura Morelli, art historian

Book Marketing: Case Study of a Successful Bookbub Promotion for a Self-published Non-fiction Book

Non-fiction authors often scratch their heads wondering what fiction writers' marketing devices will work for them - and in this Ann Richardson describes how a BookBub promotion made a huge difference to her non-fiction book about hospices.

Why I Write What I Write: A Mathematics Book for Adults

Think your current work-in-progress is challenging? Read Helen Prochazka's extraordinary tale of her six-year labor of love to write and self-publishing a beautiful mathematics book for adults.

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Writing: 10 Top Tips on How to Use Old Newspapers for Non-fiction Research and Fiction Story Ideas

Have you ever investigated old newspaper archives as a source of information, ideas and inspiration either for non-fiction or fiction? True-crime writer Angela Buckley shares her top tips for effective use of archived news - and why she loves it so much.

5 Top Tips for Successful Author Collaboration

Ever co-authored a book? Thinking of trying collaboration as a means to increase your output of self-published books? Read Brad Borkan's top tips for effective co-writing gained from a project shared with a co-author two continents away!

Opinion: Don’t Be Afraid to Read Your Back Catalogue – You May Be Pleasantly Surprised

Do you have an out-of-print or unpublished back catalogue tucked away? Don't be afraid to get it out and reread it - it may be better than you think, and ideal material for self-publishing, says Ann Richardson, who goes on to offer two cases of her own that have done well.

Fringe Highlight Podcast: 5 Tools to Road-Test your Book Idea w/ Tara R Alemany

A little bit of market research can go a long way toward ensuring the financial success of your books. Learn how to test topic ideas and refine them into ready-to-sell titles for enthusiastic readers.