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 […]
Working With Yourself, Not Against Yourself ALLi's Member Wellbeing Sessions are a bi-monthly space for members to step back from the pressures of writing and publishing, together, to reconnect with a healthier, more sustainable creative practice. Hosted by ALLi’s Campaigns Lead, Melissa Addey, and Sarah Begley, ALLi's member desk lead, these gently structured sessions combine […]
ALLi’s Sell More Books: The Definitive Guide to Book Promotion is officially here! To celebrate the launch, we're running an exclusive member-only LIVE series where we break the book down chapter by chapter, giving you the chance to understand the framework at a deeper level and, most importantly, apply it directly to your own work. […]
The End of Open Access? Draft2Digital, AI, and a New Era for Indie Authors When Draft2Digital announced activation and maintenance fees this month, the indie community erupted. Now Orna Ross, founder of the Alliance of Independent Authors, sits down with D2D's Kris Austin for a frank conversation about what these fees really mean, whether they […]
ALLi Member Exclusive Event. Learn how to assemble the right professionals for your publishing journey — from editors and designers to marketers and translators. Reedsy cofounder Ricardo Fayet walks you through each stage of the publishing process, what services you actually need (and what they cost), how to spot scams, and pro tips for finding, […]
Book marketing can feel overwhelming: blurbs, categories, comps, keywords, social media, blog posts... the list is long, and most authors would rather be writing. However, much of your marketing lies within your manuscript itself, waiting for you to discover it. This session will give you many brainstorming ideas that will help you utilize AI responsibly, […]
For indie authors, Rakuten Kobo plays a vital role in digital book sales worldwide. This session will give you insights into Kobo’s non-exclusive subscription program, Kobo Plus, and find out how subscriptions are tapping into a new readership and increasing author earnings. Plus, learn about the marketing strategies that work and find out what promotional […]
The Self-Publishing Advice Conference, an online author conference for indie authors, run in association with the Alliance of Independent Authors each October. We’ll have full details soon, but for now, keep the weekend free in your calendar. Expert insights. Implementable strategies. Free to all ALLi members. Stay tuned for more!
‘New Trends in Tools and Tech: Joanna Penn in Q&A with Orna Ross’ is an ALLi members-only session exploring what’s next for indie authors. Joanna Penn, ALLi’s Technology & Enterprise Advisor, joins Orna Ross to unpack the latest shifts in writing, book production, smarter marketing stacks, and time-saving workflows. Expect clear guidance on what to test now, what […]
Join Alex Smith, Brand Manager at Bookvault, for a practical session on why selling direct is one of the smartest moves an indie author can make. We’ll walk through how direct sales give you more control, higher margins, and a closer connection to your readers. Plus, we’ll explore how special editions with features such as […]
If you have questions about self-publishing, print-on-demand or direct sales, this session is for you! Join Chelsea Bennett, Lulu's Education and Community Manager, as she walks you through how to successfully publish and sell your book with Lulu. They'll go over Lulu's suite of tools and resources that help you create beautiful, high-quality books while growing your […]
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