Self-Publishing with ALLi

How to Get Your Books into Libraries: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast Featuring Anna Featherstone

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast, nonfiction adviser Anna Featherstone talks with author and indie publishing expert Mark Lesl...

Should Debut Authors Focus Prelaunch Efforts on Amazon or Go Wide? The Self-Publishing with ALLi Member Q&A Podcast with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black

29 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi Member Q&A podcast, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black discuss whether debut authors should focus...

UK Consultation on AI and Copyright Sparks Debate Over Creative Rights: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses the UK government's public consultation on balancing AI and copyright, inc...

Structuring a Novel to Meet Reader Expectations: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast Featuring Matty Dalrymple

25 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, Campaigns Manager Matty Dalrymple talks with USA Today bestselling mystery thriller author Pamela ...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #173: Kevin G. Chapman. Attorney-Turned-Author Finds Success with Patience, Planning, and Award-Winning Thrillers

22 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Kevin G. Chapman, an attorney and independent author who has released a book a year for the last eight years. He explains how...

How Romantasy Is Shaping Reader Trends and Why Google's AI Moves Matter: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway explores Oxford's Word of the Year shortlist, highlighting trends like "romantasy" a...

The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast Changes to Better Serve Indie Authors

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast is changing, and this episode gives you an inside look at the exciting new features planned for 2025. Join ALLi ...

Five-Year Publishing Plans and Predictions: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast Featuring Orna Ross

15 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this Creative Self-Publishing stream of the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, Orna Ross explores the seismic shifts in publishing over the past f...

Survey Finds Authors Don't Want Publishers Managing AI License Deals: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway examines a major survey of over 13,500 authors, revealing strong opinions on AI lice...

Mastering Author Branding with Andrea Jo DeWerd: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast Featuring Dale L. Roberts

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Self-Publishing with ALLi, Dale L. Roberts talks with Andrea Jo DeWerd, a book marketing expert, about the essentials of author bra...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #172: Sylvia Bourgeois. Former Heavy Equipment Operator Brings Pacific Northwest History to Life with Strong Female Characters

08 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Sylvia Bourgeois, who writes stories featuring strong, unconventional women set against the natural beauty and industry of th...

AI Self-Publishing Service Spines Raises Questions, and Audiobooks Boom Beyond Expectations: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway examines Spines, a new AI-powered self-publishing service claiming to revolutionize ...

How to Save Money when Outsourcing Publishing Tasks: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast Featuring Anna Featherstone

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast, ALLi's nonfiction adviser Anna Featherstone talks with Michael Hanrahan, founder of Publish ...

Amazon Music Enters Audiobooks, Spotify Expands, and Tech Giants Launch Imprints: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway explores major developments in audiobooks, including Amazon Music's move into the ma...

The Author-Illustrator Partnership in Children's Picture Books: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast featuring Matty Dalrymple

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, Campaigns Manager Matty Dalrymple interviews Karen Inglis, a best-selling author and ALLi's ...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #171: Douglas Vigliotti. Author Adapts Aristotle's Timeless Principles to Help Novelists Master Storytelling

24 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Douglas Vigliotti, author of Aristotle for Novelists: 14 Timeless Principles on the Art of Story. In this book, Douglas adap...

What the AI Act Draft Code of Practice Means for Authors: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway examines the European Union's AI Act Draft Code of Practice, focusing on its impact ...

Successful Authors Share When to Pivot or Quit on a Project to Boost Profit and Creative Growth: Self-Publishing Conference Highlight

17 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Alliance of Independent Authors hosts a discussion on the decision-making process behind whether to pivot or quit on a project. Eight indie author...

Amazon Ends Kindle Vella, Tech Leaders Push AI as a Creative Tool, and Remembering Mike Shatzkin: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway reflects on the passing of publishing influencer Mike Shatzkin and his impact on the...

Unlocking the Secrets of Author Branding with Todd Fahnestock: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast Featuring Dale L. Roberts

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Award-winning indie author Todd Fahnestock reveals the secrets to building a successful personal brand and connecting with readers in this insightful ...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #170: X. Ho Yen. Aerospace Engineer and Neurodivergent Writer Redefines Science Fiction with Realism and Hope

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

 My guest this episode is X. Ho Yen, a science fiction author whose work challenges traditional genre boundaries. X draws on a career in aerospace e...

AI Regulation Sparks Unlikely Alliance and New Tech Tools: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses the alliance between Andreessen Horowitz and Microsoft against AI regulat...

Why ISBNs Matter for Indie Authors: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast Featuring Anna Featherstone

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this Self-Publishing with ALLi episode, Nonfiction Adviser Anna Featherstone and Outreach Manager Michael La Ronn discuss ISBNs and why indie auth...

Can Indie Authors Achieve Traditional Print Quality with POD? The Member Q&A Podcast with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black

03 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the AskALLi Member Q&A podcast, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black discuss whether it's possible for indie authors to achieve t...

Indie Author Survey Reveals What Helps Authors Succeed Financially: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway shares highlights from the Written Word Media Indie Author Survey, examining the fac...

Balancing the Passion and the Business of a Writing Career: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast, Campaigns Manager Matty Dalrymple talks with Tiffany Yates Martin, editor and founder of Foxpr...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #169: Delaney Diamond. U.S. Virgin Islands Native Ditched Business Career for Life of Romance; Now, She's Written Over 50 Novels

27 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Delaney Diamond. Born in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Delaney had a career in business before transitioning to writing full-time....

The $100,000 Book Prize You ARE Eligible For: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway highlights a major opportunity for indie authors: a $100,000 book prize open to all ...

Harnessing Google's NotebookLM AI Tool, Which Discusses Myths that Hold Indie Authors Back: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast with Orna Ross and Joanna Penn

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a departure from the usual format, in this episode Orna Ross and Joanna Penn hand their podcast notes over to Google's NotebookLM to see what this ...

Survey Finds Young People Think Bookshops Are Cool: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway dives into why "bookshops are cool" according to a recent survey, exploring the uniq...

Creating a Compelling Author Website with Pauline Wiles: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast's Branding, Marketing, and Promotion stream, Dale L. Roberts speaks with Pauline Wiles, an indie author and w...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #168: Sally Clarke. She Brings Martial Arts Stories to Life and Builds Singapore's Indie Author Scene

13 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Sally Clarke, an author and ALLi ambassador based in Singapore. Sally's passion for Muay Thai—Thailand's traditional marti...

Are Your E-Books Ready for the European Accessibility Act? The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of The Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway breaks down what indie authors need to know about the European Accessibility Act and...

Hybrid Publishing: Hype, Hope, Harm, or Handy? The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast with Anna Featherstone

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Some publishers claim to be in the hybrid publishing space when they're, in fact, service providers or little more than vanity publishers. So, what is...

Are Blog Tours Still Effective, Navigating ISBN Updates, Pre-Orders, and More: The Member Q&A Podcast with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black

06 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the AskALLi Member Q&A podcast, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black discuss whether blog tours are still an effective marketing ...

Audible Launches AI Tools, WordPress Battles WP Engine: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses Audible's latest AI-powered recommendation tools designed to improve audio...

How to Use Tropes to Sell Your Story Without Losing Creativity: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Advice on Editing & Design stream of the Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast, Campaigns Manager Matty Dalrymple talks with Jennif...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #167: Michelle Winkler. Dark Fantasy Author Overcame ADHD and Helps Other Indie Writers Succeed

29 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Michelle Winkler, who writes dark urban fantasy. Michelle struggles with ADHD, which makes it challenging to focus on long-te...

Authors Don't Trust AI Companies, Says Draft2Digital Survey: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway reviews the results of Draft2Digital's AI rights survey, showing that many authors a...

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

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

ACX Introduces AI Tools for Voice Narrators, TikTok Fights US Ban, and Apple Faces EU Regulations: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

20 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway covers ACX's new AI tool that lets voice narrators replicate their voices for audiob...

Engage Readers Without Selling Out — Diane Vallere's Approach to Promotion: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast's Branding, Marketing, and Promotion stream, Dale L. Roberts talks to best-selling mystery author Diane Valle...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #166: Gail Nastasia. Lawyer Turns Rough Childhood and Addiction into a Memoir to Help Others.

15 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Gail Brenner Nastasia, a practicing attorney in Massachusetts and the author of The Fruit You'll Never See, a memoir about ov...

NaNoWriMo Clarifies Position on AI Amid Author Backlash: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses the controversy over NaNoWriMo's recent statement, which initially claimed...

AI and Indie Authors: Navigating Rights, Ethics, and Opportunities: A Webinar with Orna Ross and Matty Dalrymple

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, Matty Dalrymple, campaigns manager at the Alliance of Independent Authors, talks with ALLi Director Orna Ross about AI's impact on in...

When to Seek Permission for Quotes in Memoirs, Maximizing Global Distribution, and More: The Member Q&A Podcast with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black

08 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the AskALLi Member Q&A podcast, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black discuss when to seek permission for quotes in memoirs and whe...

Were Jobs Cut at Apple Books Because E-Books Aren't Profitable Enough? The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway explores whether Apple cut jobs at Apple Books because e-books aren't generating eno...

Making Your Books Accessible and Ethical for Visually Impaired Readers: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Advice on Editing & Design stream of the Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast, Campaigns Manager Matty Dalrymple talks with Michae...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #165: Anna Davidson. Editor Turns Long COVID Experience into a Moving Poetry Collection

01 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Anna Davidson, who, after years of working as an editor and managing editor, began writing poetry during her recovery from lo...

OpenAI's Deal with Condé Nast Sparks Concern; Plus, Rising Kindle Unlimited Payouts: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses the new deal between OpenAI and Condé Nast, noting that editors and autho...

Best Marketing Investments for Indie Authors: The Reaching More Readers Podcast with Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this month's episode of Reaching More Readers, Holly Greenland shares new research suggesting that financial investments in marketing do pay off fo...

FTC Cracks Down on Fake Reviews, Plus New Sustainability Efforts in Publishing: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway covers the FTC's new measures against fake reviews, which could impact indie authors...

Hannah Jacobson of Book Award Pro on Leveraging Awards and Reviews for Author Success: The Creating Better Books Podcast with Howard Lovy

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest episode of the Creating Better Books podcast, ALLi Content and Communications Manager Howard Lovy interviews Hannah Jacobson, founder of...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #164: Phillip Mottaz. Writing Mysteries with a Punk Rock Attitude and Real-Life Rock Stars

18 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Phillip Mottaz, a mystery author based in Los Angeles. Phillip has a unique journey from a small town in Illinois to the sket...

Substack's New Blog Feature, Spiracle's Audiobook Cards, and Challypop for Micro-Influencers: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses Substack's new feature that lets users publish blog posts without committi...

Special Announcement: Changes to the ALLi Podcast

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Alliance of Independent Authors Podcast is undergoing some exciting changes, which Director Orna Ross reveals in this special announcement episode...

KDP's New Identity Verification Requirement and the NO FAKES Act Explained: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway covers Amazon's new identity verification requirement for KDP authors, aimed at prev...

Levelling Up Your Author Mindset: Self-Publishing Conference Highlight

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dive into a candid discussion with author Michael La Ronn as he unveils essential mindset strategies for fostering a lifelong writing habit and a re...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #164: Terry Lister. From Accountant to Adventurer: Exploring the World Through Travel Memoirs

04 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Terry Lister, a seasoned solo traveler and author who, after retiring from a successful career as an accountant, has explored...

Colin Kaepernick Launches New Self-Publishing Platform for Comics and Manga: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

02 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway talks about Colin Kaepernick's new self-publishing platform, Lumi, which focuses on...

Making the Most of Your ALLi Membership, Editors Making Multiple Passes, Trademarked Names in Your Book, and More: The Member Q&A Podcast with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the AskALLi Member Q&A podcast, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black discuss how to make the most of your ALLi membership.  Other...

AI Licensing Platform 'Created by Humans' Launches, Plus Amazon Literary Partnership Expands to Ireland: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

26 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway covers the launch of Created by Humans, an AI rights licensing platform, and the Cop...

Reader Magnets and Growing Your Email List for Indie Author Success: The Reaching More Readers Podcast with Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This month in the Reaching More Readers podcast, Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland wrap up their journey around the tips and tricks for email market...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #163: Dawn Brookes. British Author Calls Upon Decades as a Nurse to Populate Her Cozy Mysteries

21 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Dawn Brookes, a British writer of Cozy Mysteries and a former nurse who worked in healthcare for nearly 40 years. After retir...

The COPIED Act Seeks to Provide Copyright Protection for Creators in AI Age: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

19 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses the new COPIED Act, which aims to provide copyright protection for creator...

Kathryn Goldman of the Creative Law Center on Protecting Author Rights: The Creating Better Books Podcast with Howard Lovy

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest episode of the Creating Better Books podcast, ALLi Content and Communications Manager Howard Lovy interviews Kathryn Goldman of the Crea...

How to Protect Yourself from Phishing and Scams: The Campaigns Podcast with Matty Dalrymple

14 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

ALLi Campaigns Manager Matty Dalrymple and Outreach Manager Michael La Ronn share tips for how indie authors can protect themselves from phishing and ...

UK Election Impact on Indie Writers, Booktopia's Downfall, and Amazon's Vella Prize Launch: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway explores the impact of the recent UK election on indie writers, highlighting the new...

Crowdfunding for Participation, Profit, and Payment: The Publishing for Profit Podcast with Orna Ross and Joanna Penn

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Drawing insights from their own recent Kickstarters, Orna Ross and Joanna Penn explore both fiction and nonfiction crowdfunding and discuss their upco...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #162: Karl Drinkwater. Writer of Far-Away Space Operas Also Grounded in Real World as Green Party Politician

07 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Karl Drinkwater, who writes dystopian space opera, dark suspense and diverse social fiction. But as he develops stories about...

TikTok and Indie Bookstores Launch Alternatives to Amazon Prime Days: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

05 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses how TikTok and indie bookstores are launching alternatives to Amazon Prime...

What are Some Simple, Affordable Website Builders for Authors? More Self-Publishing Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black: Member Q&A Podcast

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the AskALLi Member Q&A podcast, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black discuss options for simple and affordable website builders su...

The Three Guiding Publishing Values: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross

30 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In her final episode on the Creative Self-Publishing stream of the Self-Publishing Advice & Inspirations podcast, Orna Ross outlines the relationship ...

More Email Marketing Tips for Indie Authors: The Reaching More Readers Podcast with Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the Reaching More Readers podcast, Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland continue sharing their insights on building an effective email marketing str...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #161: Shana Frost. Indie Publishing Quest Takes Author from India to Scotland

23 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Shana Frost, who is not only ALLi's publications manager, but she's also an author who enjoys writing about people who feel l...

Canadian Reading Trends, Meta's AI Controversy, and Ethically Sourced AI Training: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway explores a study on Canadian reading habits, revealing a shift toward readers obtain...

Alessandra Torre Unveils Machine-Powered Manuscript Analysis at Authors A.I.: The Creating Better Books Podcast with Howard Lovy

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest episode of the Creating Better Books podcast, ALLi News and Podcast Producer Howard Lovy interviews Alessandra Torre, cofounder and pres...

Self-Publishing for All: ALLi Campaigns Podcast with Orna Ross and Matty Dalrymple

16 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Campaigns Podcast from the Alliance of Independent Authors, ALLi Director Orna Ross interviews newly appointed Campaigns Manage...

Survey Shows Slowdown in Audiobook Sales Growth, but Listeners Are More Avid: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses new surveys showing a slowdown in audiobook sales growth but an increase i...

Essential Financial Strategies for Indie Authors: The Publishing for Profit Podcast with Orna Ross and Joe Solari

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Publishing for Profit Podcast from the Alliance of Independent Authors, ALLi Director Orna Ross and Business Adviser Joe Solari discuss essenti...

Your Mindset Changes Everything: Self-Publishing Conference Highlight

09 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Becca Syme for a keynote presentation that will give you a comprehensive understanding of how mindset plays a foundational role in every aspect o...

Study Confirms Ambivalence to New Tech, and How to Opt Out of Facebook AI: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses the controversy surrounding Facebook AI, specifically Meta's decision to u...

Marketing Middle-Grade or Young-Adult Books and More Self-Publishing Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black: Member Q&A Podcast

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest installment of the AskALLi Member Q&A podcast from the Alliance of Independent Authors, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black discuss ef...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #160: Roxanne Bland. Mixed-Genre Author Defies Tropes in Far-Out Stories About Real-World Issues

02 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Roxanne Bland, a mixed-genre author who admits that her books are not for everyone. But if you're interested in stories that ...

How Would a TikTok Ban Affect Buoyant Print Sales? The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Self-Publishing News, Dan Holloway explores the potential impacts of a TikTok ban on print book sales, particularly in the romance ...

The Marketing Forever Mindset: Self-Publishing Conference Highlight

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most interesting pieces of data to come from the Big Indie Author Data Drop was that even when indie authors are very successful, they do...

Values and Stories Should Drive Your Email Marketing: The Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross

26 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this Creative Self-Publishing episode, Orna Ross talks about the transformative power of values-based, story-driven email marketing. Discover why a...

Alice Munro's Legacy, British Book Awards, and Tech Legal Battles: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway pays tribute to the late Nobel Prize-winning author Alice Munro and highlights recent British Book A...

Email Marketing Tips for Indie Authors: Reaching More Readers Podcast with Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the Reaching More Readers podcast, Dale L. Roberts and Holly Greenland discuss effective email marketing strategies for indie authors. They cover t...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #159: Anna Sayburn Lane. Writer Finds Her Fans in Write-To-Market Crime Fiction

19 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Anna Sayburn Lane, who began her career as a journalist until she decided she had enough of writing content for other people ...

OpenAI's GPT-4o Demo Features Emotional Reading of a Love Story About Robots: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's Self-Publishing News, Dan Holloway dives into OpenAI's recent demo of GPT-4o, a new iteration of their ChatGPT technology. The demo sho...

Inside the Audiobook Boom: Kevin Stillwell of Lantern Audio Talks Production on the Creating Better Books Podcast with Howard Lovy

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest episode of the Creating Better Books podcast, ALLi News and Podcast Producer Howard Lovy interviews Kevin Stillwell, indie publishing pr...

Boosting Author Incomes with Self-Pub 3: ALLi Campaigns Podcast with Orna Ross and Matty Dalrymple

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this month's Campaigns Podcast from the Alliance of Independent Authors, ALLi Director Orna Ross and Campaigns Manager Matty Dalrymple discuss ALL...

Exploring OpenAI's Game Theory Model for Fair Author Compensation: The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses a new proposal from OpenAI that introduces cooperative game theory to dete...

Maximizing Impact, Minimizing Costs: Value-Based Marketing for Self-Publishing Authors — Publishing for Profit with Orna Ross and Anna Featherstone

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Publishing for Profit podcast stream, ALLI's Australian ambassador and nonfiction adviser, Anna Featherstone, and Director Orna...

Inspirational Indie Author Interview #158: Sarah Banham. Writer Refuses to be Pinned to a Single Genre

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this episode is Sarah Banham, an author who admits that she is so restless that she refuses to be pinned down to one genre. Her fiction and n...

What Will Authors Do to Find Gen Z Readers if They Can't Use TikTok? The Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway explores the potential US ban on TikTok and its implications for Gen Z readers and a...

Finding ARC Reviewers for Your Manuscript and More Self-Publishing Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black in the Member Q&A Podcast

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest installment of the AskALLi Member Q&A podcast, hosts Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black discuss effective strategies for finding ARC (Adva...

Overcoming the Challenges of Being a Multi-Genre Author: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode focuses on the unique challenges faced by multi-genre authors in the self-publishing sector. ALLi Director Orna Ross provides practical ...

Manga Publishers Win Major Piracy Case and AI Narration Advances: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Self-Publishing News Podcast, Dan Holloway discusses a significant legal victory in Japan where three manga publishers won $10 ...