Self-Publishing with ALLi
Episodes
What Have We Learned from the Hollywood Writers' Strike? Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What have we learned from the Hollywood writers' strike? Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Dan Holloway, bringing you the latest i...
How Do I Protect Myself When Writing About Real People? More Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black in our Member Q&A Podcast
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black: How do I protect myself when writing about real people? Other questions inclu...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #143: Paula L. Estrela. Architect Constructs Humorous Children's Tales With a Serious Message
01 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Paula L. Estrela, who was born in Brazil and now lives in the UK. She initially came to London as an architect to help set up...
KDP Limits Titles: We Learn How Tricky It Can Be to Legislate Technology – Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
KDP limits titles, and we learn how tricky it can be to legislate technology. Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Dan Holloway, brin...
How to Emotionally Reach Your Readers, With Jeff Elkins — Self-Publishing Conference Highlight
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this Self-Publishing Conference Highlight, Jeff Elkins discusses how to emotionally reach your readers. It's not enough to get a reader to pick up ...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #142: CJ Archer. History, Mystery, Fantasy Author Boldly Mixes Genres
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is CJ Archer, an author of historical, mystery, and fantasy books, genres that the traditional publishing industry told her shou...
Shadow Library Lawsuit Shows Struggle Subscription Services Face Tackling Scammers: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A shadow library lawsuit shows the struggle subscription services face in tackling scammers. Welcome to Self-Publishing News with ALLi News editor Da...
Leveling Up Your Publishing and Taking a New Turn: Publishing for Profit with Orna Ross and Shanaya Wagh
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this first episode of the new Publishing for Profit stream: Leveling up your publishing and taking a new turn. Orna Ross introduces Indian author S...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #141: Katlyn Duncan. Hybrid Author Juggles Family, Work and Author Career Through Creative Scheduling
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Katlyn Duncan, an author who juggles many roles. She's a mother, a full-time worker, a writer of thrillers and nonfiction adv...
Cowriter Troubles, Buying Your Own ISBNs, Poetry Chapbooks, and More Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black in our Member Q&A Podcast
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black: Help! My cowriter isn't pulling their weight. What should I do? Other questi...
Amazon Launches New AI Policy: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As Amazon launches its new AI policy and the US Copyright Office refuses to register a copyright for an award-winning Midjourney artist, a consultati...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #140: Darby Harn. Sci-Fi Writer and Podcaster Overcomes Struggles With Autism to Find Success
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Darby Harn, a science fiction writer whose work Publishers Weekly called an "entertaining debut that uses superpowers as a me...
Welcome to Our New and Improved Podcast Lineup From the Alliance of Independent Authors
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After a production break, Orna Ross, director of the Alliance of Independent Authors, introduces our new podcast lineup. There will be more news, more...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #139: Russell Nohelty. Fantasy Author Shows How Crowdfunding and Substack Are Done
30 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Russell Nohelty, a bestselling fantasy author and ALLi's crowdfunding adviser. He has helped authors raise over $1.5 million ...
Optimizing Your Creative Energy — Starting, Focusing, Finishing: Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast With Orna Ross and Joanna Penn
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As you write, produce, and market a book, you'll draw on different aspects of your creative energy along the way. In this month's Advanced Self-Publi...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #138: Ricardo Fayet. Reedsy Cofounder Helps Gather Indie Publishing Ecosystem
23 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Ricardo Fayet, a cofounder of Reedsy, a marketplace connecting authors to editors, cover designers, book marketers, translato...
It's Authors vs. OpenAI: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway and Howard Lovy
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Self-Publishing News podcast: It's authors vs. OpenAI as lawsuits and petitions seek compensation for content scraped by ChatGPT. But, as...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #137: EJ Fisch. Sci-Fi Adds Thriller and Mystery to the Mix and Earns Devoted Fans
16 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is EJ Fisch, a science-fiction author who spent fifteen years working on a series that merges sci-fi with mystery and thriller i...
Where to Sell Your Books, Removing Your Books for Sale, ISBN Basics, and More Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black in our Member Q&A Podcast
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black: where to sell your books. Other questions include: How do I remove my book ...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #136: Mark McGuinness. Poet Helps Creative People Discover Their Own Voices
09 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Mark McGuinness, a poet who also writes books and hosts podcasts about how creative people can get over blocks in their produ...
Creating Superfans with Dan Parsons and Melissa Addey: Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast: creating superfans. Studies suggest that readers must read 4.5 books on average from the same author bef...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #135: KC Savage. Romance Author Cures Her Own Shyness Through 'Scandalous' Stories
02 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode writes books that seem ideal for this summer beach-reading season. She is KC Savage, a romance author who decided to shake thing...
AI for Authors Update: Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast With Orna Ross and Joanna Penn
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Generative AI is improving rapidly, almost day by day, giving authors unprecedented assistance in writing and publishing books. In this show, Orna and...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #134: Monique Dawkins. Career Coach Tracks Changes in Leadership after COVID
25 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Monique Dawkins, a career and life coach whose book is the culmination of years of experience as a leader. Monique rose throu...
Governments Respond to AI and Copyright: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway and Howard Lovy
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Self-Publishing News podcast: Governments respond to AI and copyright. The UK, EU, US, and Japan formulate policy on protecting creators....
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #133: Kathryn Mathis. Unexpected DNA Results Leads to Tale of Mafia Intrigue
18 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Kathryn Mathis, a suspense author who spent most of her career in the financial services industry. That is, until her half-si...
Publishing on Serial Platforms, Finding a Cover Designer, and More Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black in our Member Q&A Podcast
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black: does publishing work on serial platforms like Wattpad make it "previously pub...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #132: Kate Frost. Romance Writer Takes Readers to Exotic Locales
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Kate Frost, a romance writer who had wanted to become an author ever since heart surgery as a child kept her at home and read...
Writing a Series With Dan Parsons and Melissa Addey: Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast: writing a series. Oscar Wilde, Emily Brontë, and Silvia Plath only wrote one book. History tells us it'...
Using Your Creative Mission to Discover Your Publishing Purpose: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
04 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the Creative Self-Publishing Podcast, ALLi Director Orna Ross discusses how to use your creative mission to discover your publishing purpose. Using...
Matty Dalrymple and Mark Lefebvre: Reaching More Readers with Your Short Fiction — Self-Publishing Conference Highlight
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this Self-Publishing Conference Highlight, authors and educators Matty Dalrymple and Mark Lefebvre explore ways writers can use their short fiction...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #132: Robin Phillips. Author Shines Light on History Through Books on Role-Playing Games
28 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Robin Phillips, who writes books about role-playing games and military history. It's a subject that has fascinated him since ...
Writing and Publishing Across Multiple Genres: Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast With Orna Ross and Sacha Black
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As Joanna is in New Zealand this month, Sacha Black is stepping in to discuss planning an integrated publishing business across multiple genres with ...
Use Your Creative Passion to Discover Your Niche: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the Creative Self-Publishing Podcast, ALLi Director Orna Ross and News and Podcast Producer Howard Lovy discuss using your creative passion to disc...
Debut Authors Get Little Support, Young People are Reading More, and AI and the Writers' Strike: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway and Howard Lovy
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Self-Publishing News podcast: Traditionally published debut authors find they're getting frustratingly little in the way of support. A Ge...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #131: Karen Baugh Menuhin. At Age 60, Author Turns Daydreams Into Top-Selling Cozy Mysteries
14 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Karen Baugh Menuhin, who began self-publishing at the age of sixty, when she discovered that her lifelong habit of daydreamin...
Estate Planning, Copyright Registration, and More Questions Answered by Orna Ross and Sacha Black in our Member Q&A Podcast
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Orna Ross and Sacha Black: estate planning and copyright registration. Does ALLi recommend any estate planning...
Picking Your Top Task for the Month: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
07 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the Creative Self-Publishing Podcast, ALLi Director Orna Ross and News and Podcast Producer Howard Lovy discuss how to choose your top task for the...
Building a Mailing List With Dan Parsons and Melissa Addey: Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast: building a mailing list. Book marketing is an overwhelming topic. From Facebook to Amazon ads to blog to...
The Team at ALLi: What We Do and What We're Working On
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
At the Alliance of Independent Authors, many of us work behind the scenes on behalf of our members. Here's a peek into what we do and what we're worki...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #130: Alfred O'Neill. Mobster's Son Turns Contradictions Into Thrilling Reads of 'Love and Murder'
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Alfred O'Neill, an author who took a rather unconventional childhood filled with contradictions and turned them into self-pub...
Insights from 20Books Seville and the London Book Fair: Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast With Orna Ross and Joanna Penn
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast ALLi Director Orna Ross and Enterprise Adviser Joanna Penn discuss insights gleaned from their visits...
Ten Creative Planning Principles: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the Creative Self-Publishing Podcast, ALLi Director Orna Ross and News and Podcast Producer Howard Lovy discuss ten creative planning principles. I...
ALLi Income Survey Has Good News For Indie Authors; Also, Can You Sue ChatGPT for Libel? Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway and Howard Lovy
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Self-Publishing News podcast: A new ALLi income survey finds that self-publishing authors can earn more than writers with publishers if i...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #129: Karen Inglis. Children's Author Finds Success by Thinking Locally
16 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Karen Inglis, a self-published children's author with over a half-million sales. She also wrote a book for other indie author...
Young Author Problems, Author Interviews in Books, Content Limits on Amazon, and More Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black in our Member Q&A Podcast
14 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black: young author problems. What are the legal ramifications of my seven-year-old...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #128: Julia Boggio. Photographer Pictures New Life as Indie Author
09 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Julia Boggio, who went from professional photographer to indie author. Along the way, she experienced early viral fame and la...
Crowdfunding for Authors: Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast With Orna Ross and Joanna Penn
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast ALLi Director Orna Ross and Enterprise Adviser Joanna Penn discuss crowdfunding for authors. They sha...
How to Restart Your Creative Flow: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
02 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the Creative Self-Publishing Podcast, ALLi Director Orna Ross and News and Podcast Producer Howard Lovy discuss how to work with resistance to rest...
Launching Reviews With Dan Parsons and Melissa Addey: Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast: launching reviews. Selling books can be a tough gig for authors who are yet to attract an audience. When...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #127: Melissa Addey. ALLi Campaigns Manager Helps Other Authors Find Their Voices
26 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Melissa Addey, who you may already know as the campaigns manager for the Alliance of Independent Authors and co-host of the B...
ALLi Income Survey to Reveal How Much Indie Authors Really Make: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway and Howard Lovy
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Self-Publishing News podcast: A new ALLi Income Survey will reveal just how much indie authors really make. Also, the US Copyright Office...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #126: Jess Lohmann. Author Shifts Career to Focus on Animal Rights, Ethical Marketing
19 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Jess Lohmann, an author who draws attention to animal rights through her books for young adults. Also, for adults, she focuse...
Unauthorized Biographies, Pre-Order Problems, Getting Reviews, and More Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black in our Member Q&A Podcast
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are the legal implications of publishing an unauthorized biography? That is one of the topics covered in this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Mic...
The Seven Signs of Writing Resistance: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
12 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the Creative Self-Publishing Podcast, ALLi Director Orna Ross and News and Podcast Producer Howard Lovy discuss the seven signs of writing resistan...
Soft Launching a Book With Dan Parsons and Melissa Addey: Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast: soft launching a book. Thanks to movies and a narrative perpetuated by trade publishers, debut authors f...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #125: Michael Webb. Fantasy Author Shows How to Launch and Market a Debut Novel
05 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Michael Webb, who writes YA Fantasy books, but attracts readers of all ages. Michael has a great deal of advice for other aut...
How to Make More Money Than the Average Author: Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast With Orna Ross and Joanna Penn
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast ALLi Director Orna Ross and Enterprise Adviser Joanna Penn discuss how to make more money than the av...
The Three Models of Independent Publishing: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
26 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the Creative Self-Publishing Podcast, ALLi Director Orna Ross and News and Podcast Producer Howard Lovy discuss the three models of independent pub...
Amazon Changes Ebook Returns Policy; Revenge of the Humans in AI: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway and Howard Lovy
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Self-Publishing News podcast: Amazon changes its ebook returns policy, much to the relief of authors. Also, Substack allows private, cura...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #124: Karen A. Chase. Marketing Expert Shows the Way to Book Discovery
19 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Karen A. Chase, who began her career in advertising and marketing before she had an epiphany one day and decided she wanted t...
Unlimited Marketing, Extra-Long Novels, IngramSpark Basics, and More Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Orna Ross in our Member Q&A Podcast
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unlimited marketing is one of the topics covered in this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Michael La Ronn and Orna Ross. Other questions include: If...
Where to Spend Your Time, Energy, and Money: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
12 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the Creative Self-Publishing Podcast, ALLi Director Orna Ross and News and Podcast Producer Howard Lovy talk about where to spend your time, energy...
Book Formats and Distribution With Dan Parsons and Melissa Addey: Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast
10 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast: book formats and distribution. When average readers discuss the book trade, many tend to have a one-trac...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #123: Maryann Reid. Women's Fiction Writer Leaves Traditional Publisher, Finds Her Lost Voice
05 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Maryann Reid, who writes women's fiction aimed at an African American audience, and she found success with that formula at St...
Opportunities for Indie Authors in 2023: Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast With Orna Ross and Joanna Penn
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast ALLi Director Orna Ross and Enterprise Adviser Joanna Penn discuss opportunities for indie authors in...
Seven Ways to Build Direct Connection with Readers, With Penny Sansevieri — Self-Publishing Conference Highlight
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this Self-Publishing Conference Highlight, Penny Sansevieri discusses the seven ways to build direct connections with readers. You've probably hear...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #122. Millicent Eidson: Retired Epidemiologist Writes Mystery Series to Make Public Health Understandable in the Age of COVID
22 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Millicent Eidson, a retired public health veterinarian and epidemiologist who worked for the Centers for Disease Control and ...
Experiments with Midjourney and ChatGPT: Does AI Enhance or Replace Creativity? Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway and Howard Lovy
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Self-Publishing News podcast: Experiments with Midjourney and ChatGPT. ALLi News Editor Dan Holloway and News and Podcast Producer Howard...
Cover Plagiarism, Registering Copyrights for ARCs, Character Backstories, and More Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black in our Member Q&A Podcast
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cover plagiarism is one of the topics covered in this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black. Other questions include: In th...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #121. Stacey Aaronson: Indie Author Publishing Partner Writes About Unique Relationship With Young Mom
08 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Stacey Aaronson. She is a ghostwriter, editor, cover designer, layout artist, and publishing partner for indie authors, but p...
Creating an Author Imprint, With Dan Parsons and Melissa Addey: Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast: creating an author imprint. Author stereotypes skew heavily in favor of "starving artists," disregarding...
Annual Planning For Your Indie Author Business: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On the Creative Self-Publishing Podcast, we'll talk about annual planning for your indie author business. It's the end of the year, so it's time to th...
Ad Coaches, Anonymous Ratings, Barcodes, and More Questions Answered by Orna Ross and Sacha Black in our Member Q&A Podcast
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ad coaches, anonymous ratings, and barcodes are a few of the topics covered in this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Orna Ross and Sacha Black. Questio...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #120. Landis Wade: Trial Lawyer Rests His Case, Assigns Himself New Brief as Indie Author and Podcaster
11 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Landis Wade, who was a trial lawyer until he reached his fifties, and then decided he wanted to leave a different kind of leg...
Book Marketing Foundations With Dan Parsons and Melissa Addey: Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast: book marketing foundations. Talk to experienced indie authors and most will tell you that writing well i...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #119. Debbie Young: Cozy Mystery Author Keeps Indie Mindset in Negotiations With Traditional Publisher
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Debbie Young, who many of you already know from our ALLi member forums on Facebook. She's usually there to answer questions a...
When to Quit Writing and Publishing: Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast With Orna Ross and Joanna Penn
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast ALLi Director Orna Ross and Enterprise Adviser Joanna Penn discuss when to quit writing and publishin...
Business Models for Indie Authors: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On the Creative Self-Publishing Podcast, we'll talk about the different kinds of business models for indie authors. As we know, if you're an indie aut...
The Dos and Don'ts of Starting an AuthorTube Channel, With M. K. Williams — Self-Publishing Conference Highlight
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this Self-Publishing Conference Highlight, M. K. Williams discusses the dos and don'ts of starting an AuthorTube channel. What is AuthorTube? Shoul...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #118. Alan Hesse: Conservationist's Graphic Novels Illustrate What to do About Climate Change
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Alan Hesse, a conservationist who found his way to indie publishing through his ability to reach kids and adults in his drawi...
Should Indie Authors Exit Twitter? Judge Says No to S&S, PRH Merger: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway and Howard Lovy
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Self-Publishing News: Should indie authors exit Twitter in light of all the company turmoil? Also, a judge says no to Simon & Schuster, Pengu...
The Seven Kinds Of Creative Rest: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On the Creative Self-Publishing Podcast, we'll talk about creative rest to improve your work. Today's episode is the third of three parts in an integr...
Do I Need a Developmental Editor? How Do I Launch a Kickstarter? More Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black in our Member Q&A Podcast
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do I need a developmental editor? How do I launch a Kickstarter? These are among the questions answered in this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Michae...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #117. Maria Riegger: Lawyer Turns Childhood Trauma into Parenting Books, Helps Indie Authors Navigate Legal Landscape
06 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Maria Riegger, who has many moving parts to her career, some of which might even seem at odds with one another. For example, ...
Editing and Proofreading With Dan Parsons and Melissa Addey: Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast: editing and proofreading. Writing a book is impressive but getting yours to a publishable standard is a ...
Using Creative Play to Improve Your Work: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On the Creative Self-Publishing Podcast, we'll talk about creative play to improve your work. Today's episode is the second of three parts in an integ...
Self-Publishing Values: Exploring Craft, Engagement, and Volume Publishing for Authors — Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast With Orna Ross and Joanna Penn
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast ALLi Director Orna Ross and Enterprise Adviser Joanna Penn discuss self-publishing values. All publis...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #116. Guy Windsor: 'The Sword Guy' Carves His Niche as an Indie Author
23 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Guy Windsor, who is also known as "The Sword Guy." He has taken his love for a very niche topic, which is researching medieva...
Amazon Amends Returns Policy After Author Pushback; BookTok is a Double-Edged Sword; AI for Book Discovery: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway and Howard Lovy
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Self-Publishing News: Amazon has amended its returns policy after authors pushed back. Also, is BookTok always good for authors? And, in our ...
Doing Your Creative Work: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
16 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we'll talk about how to get your creative work done. Welcome to the Creative Self-Publishing podcast with ALLi director, novelist, poet, and cr...
Book Design Plagiarism, Getting Your Book into Bookstores, Negotiating Rights, and More Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black in our Member Q&A Podcast
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How to handle book design plagiarism? That's among the questions answered in this month's AskALLi Member Q&A with Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black. Oth...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #115. Jessica Bell: From Music to Writing to Cover Design to Publishing, 'Multipreneur' Does it All
09 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Jessica Bell, a book cover designer, author, singer/songwriter, publisher, and parent. Yes, Jessica juggles many moving parts...
What Are The Reasons to Self-Publish? With Dan Parsons and Melissa Addey: Beginners Self-Publishing Podcast
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What are the reasons to self-publish? Despite the growth of the self-publishing industry, many inexperienced authors still choose to sign with a tradi...
How To Build Your Publishing Team: Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you build your publishing team? Welcome to the Creative Self-Publishing podcast with ALLi director, novelist, poet, and creative facilitator Or...
Stepping Back to Step Forward: Creative Rest for Indie Authors — Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast With Orna Ross and Joanna Penn
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this month's Advanced Self-Publishing Podcast ALLi Director Orna Ross and Enterprise Adviser Joanna Penn talk about the importance of creative rest...
Inspirational Indie Author Interview #114. Tanya Anne Crosby: Romance Author Went Indie to Defy the Tropes
25 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this episode is Tanya Anne Crosby, who first found a traditional publisher, writing romance novels that consistently made the best-seller lis...
Spotify Gets Ready to Go Big on Audiobooks; IBPA Sets New Guidelines for Hybrid Publishers: Self-Publishing News Podcast with Dan Holloway and Howard Lovy
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Self-Publishing News: Spotify gets ready to go big on audiobooks, and they're working with writers to "innovate and create something that is ...
What Does it Mean to be Creative? Listen to the Creative Self-Publishing Podcast with Orna Ross and Howard Lovy
18 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to be creative? Welcome to our latest podcast, Creative Self-Publishing with ALLi director, novelist, poet, and creative facilitator...
Your Most Common Self-Publishing Questions Answered by Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black in our Member Q&A Podcast
16 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The AskALLi Members Q&A Podcast is back with your most common self-publishing questions answered by authors Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black. Questio...