The Alliance Independent Authors

PODCAST DROP: Latest Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway
2026-10-16 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-02 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-25 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-18 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-11 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-04 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-28 13:00 - 14:00 (Europe/London) and 5 more dates | ALLi Podcast
A breakdown of the week’s most significant self-publishing news, providing insights, implications, and in-depth analyses.
The Self-Publishing News Podcast stream is proudly sponsored by PublishMe—helping indie authors succeed globally with expert translation, tailored marketing, and publishing support. From first draft to international launch, PublishMe ensures your book reaches readers everywhere. Visit publishme.me.

LIVE: New Member Orientation
2026-10-15 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-17 19:00 - 20:00
This live session is an introduction to ALLi and a chance for you to learn how to make the most of your membership, including how to access and use your benefits.
Your host, Ross Lynch, ALLi’s Global Community Lead, will:

Provide an introduction to your ALLi membership, including how to access and use your benefits
Outline what new members often focus on first, and where to go for help and support
Give a short overview of ALLi as an organisation and our role in the indie publishing community

The session ends with a live Q&A, focused on membership and getting started. More detailed or technical questions will be directed to the most appropriate resource or team.
Questions can be asked live via the chat, or submitted in advance in the comments.
A replay will be available for members who can’t attend live.

PODCAST DROP: Inspirational Indie Authors interview
2026-10-11 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-27 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-13 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-30 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-16 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-02 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-19 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
Dive deep into personal stories of indie authors, understanding their pathways to success, challenges faced, and lessons learned.

PODCAST DROP: Production & Distribution - Custom Publishing & A Multi-Country Vision
2026-08-26 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
This podcast stream focuses on guiding indie authors through the many pathways to create, publish, and distribute their work. Anna explores strategies, weighs the pros and cons of different models, and helps you find the best fit for your publishing journey.
The Self-Publishing With ALLi Production & Distribution Podcast Stream is proudly sponsored by Gatekeeper Press – Your partner in premium independent publishing. Empowering authors with expert guidance, 100% rights, 100% royalties, and global distribution. From editing to marketing, their all-inclusive services help you publish professionally and confidently. Gatekeeper Press — Where Authors Are Family.

PODCAST DROP: Member Q&A includes Book Review Websites, Consistent Covers, and Marketing Travel Books
2026-08-23 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
Got questions about your self-publishing journey? You’re not alone, and this month’s Self-Publishing with ALLi Member Q&A has you covered.
Join Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black as they tackle a fresh batch of real-world author questions, including:

Where can I find book review websites? Do I need to submit a hard or digital copy?
Should my covers be consistent in a series?
Should I use AI for line editing?
How do I promote audiobooks?

It’s honest, useful, and straight to the point, with insights you can actually apply.
Tune in and see if your question is answered.

MEMBER ONLY LIVE: Sell More Books Session 2 - Book Promotion Workshop
2026-08-20 19:00 - 20:00 | SelfPubConnect
Session 2 of our Sell More Books LIVE series is here, and this time we’re getting into the specifics: formats, genre, and what’s actually converting right now.
We’ll look at what’s changed across ebook, audiobook, and print, and more importantly, what you can actually do with that to sell more books. We’ll also break down how different genres find their readers, what makes each one convert, and how to shape your promotion around your own genre rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Each session will:

Walk through practical, current strategies you can apply straight away

Help you connect the framework from Session 1 to your specific format and genre

Answer your questions live, so you can work through your own challenges in real time

This series runs throughout the summer, so it’s something to come back to as your promotion evolves, a regular check-in to make sure what you’re doing is really working for you.
Questions can be asked live via the chat, or submitted in advance in the comments. A replay will be available for members who can’t attend live.

PODCAST DROP: Publishing for Profit
2026-08-19 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
Transform your passion into profit. This podcast helps you balance artistry and entrepreneurship, guiding you every step of the way.
The Publishing for Profit podcast is proudly sponsored by Tertulia for Authors – build a beautiful author storefront in minutes, showcase your books, send newsletters, and sell direct. Get started at tertulia.com/alli.

MEMBER ONLY LIVE: Making the Most of Your Membership
2026-08-13 19:00 - 20:00 | SelfPubConnect
This live session is an introduction to ALLi and a chance for you to learn how to make the most of your membership, including how to access and use your benefits.
Your host, Ross Lynch, ALLi’s Global Community Lead, will:

Provide an introduction to your ALLi membership, including how to access and use your benefits

Outline what new members often focus on first, and where to go for help and support

Give a short overview of ALLi as an organisation and our role in the indie publishing community

The session ends with a live Q&A, focused on membership and getting started. More detailed or technical questions will be directed to the most appropriate resource or team.
Questions can be asked live via the chat, or submitted in advance in the comments.

PODCAST DROP: Editing & Design
2026-08-12 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
Discover how you can apply best practices in these first stages of the publishing process to ensure the excellence of your work and its ability to appeal to your target readership.

PODCAST DROP: Creative Self-Publishing
2026-08-09 13:00 - 14:00 | ALLi Podcast
A step-by-step guide to creative planning, setting inspiring intentions and realistic goals for writing and publishing, while keeping the creative juices flowing.

MEMBER ONLY LIVE: Studio Hours
2026-08-06 19:00 - 20:00 | SelfPubConnect
Drop in. Work. Ask anything. No agenda.
Studio Hours are ALLi’s new, members-only drop-in sessions. Think of them as the ALLi common room: a space to check in, ask a question, get unstuck, and meet other members.
Whether you’re working through something specific with your publishing goals, want a second opinion, or just fancy some company while you work, you’re welcome to drop in. Bring a question, bring a project, or come and listen.
There’s no need to prepare anything in advance. Participation is encouraged but never required, so come for five minutes or stay for the hour.
