ALLi's tips for making more money than the average writer

Posted on March 18, 2023 at 11:00 AM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

It's tax season in the US, and we fervently hope that you're finding only pleasant surprises, not any nasty ones....

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Tagged As: ALLi (Alliance of Independent Authors), The business of writing

ALLi's news roundup: A mixed bag for businesses 

Posted on March 16, 2023 at 3:00 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

The Alliance for Independent Authors opens its publishing news roundup with some not-so-great news. Wattpad, the online story platform, announced...

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Tagged As: ALLi (Alliance of Independent Authors)

Here's how writers can get out of their heads

Posted on March 15, 2023 at 3:00 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

Many writers are well aware that their psyches are their own worst enemies — but they're not sure what to...

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Tagged As: ALLi (Alliance of Independent Authors), C.S. Lakin / Live Write Thrive, Motivational

Why some authors should consider a soft launch for their books

Posted on March 10, 2023 at 2:00 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

Does the thought of a no-holds-barred book launch terrify you? If so, then here's some great news: For many authors,...

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Tagged As: ALLi (Alliance of Independent Authors), Book launch or relaunch, Marketing / promotion

The editing process, from different angles

Posted on March 7, 2023 at 1:06 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

Editing may seem like a precise word, but it can take a number of forms when it comes to the...

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Tagged As: ALLi (Alliance of Independent Authors), Editing, Writer Unboxed, Writer's Digest

Indie authors share their experiences with making big changes

Posted on March 2, 2023 at 11:00 AM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

Benjamin Franklin once (wisely) observed that "in this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes." So it behooves all...

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Tagged As: ALLi (Alliance of Independent Authors), Joanna Penn, The business of writing

ALLi's news roundup has plenty of social media updates

Posted on February 22, 2023 at 2:54 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

The latest news roundup from the Alliance of Independent Authors is full of social media updates. From TikTok, we have...

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Tagged As: ALLi (Alliance of Independent Authors), Social media and websites, Writing advice

Publishing potpourri (and writing advice) from ALLi

Posted on February 17, 2023 at 11:00 AM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

The Alliance of Independent Authors does an excellent job of sharing big-picture advice for authors. Whether you're new to the...

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Tagged As: ALLi (Alliance of Independent Authors), Publishing, The business of writing, Writing advice

Marketing and writing advice you'll love no matter your genre

Posted on February 14, 2023 at 8:27 AM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

We’ve been saving a few writing advice posts for today in particular, to align with Valentine’s Day. Those mixing business...

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Tagged As: ALLi (Alliance of Independent Authors), Marketing / promotion, Romance, Writer's Digest, Writing advice

What is literary fiction, and how do you market it?

Posted on February 10, 2023 at 1:00 PM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek

Marketing your book to the right audience — with the right kind of cover and blurb — is indie author...

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Tagged As: ALLi (Alliance of Independent Authors), Marketing / promotion