#process5and6marketingandpromotion — Public Fediverse posts

Does Your Book Blend Genres? What That Means for Book Awards

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how books that blend genres can compete across multiple award categories and how authors can find the best fit for their work.  Independent authors have a lot…
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https://selfpublishingadvice.org/does-your-book-blend-genres/

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First-Time Author? Submitting Your Debut for Book Awards

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains the award opportunities available to debut authors and how early recognition can help build momentum for an author’s career.
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https://selfpublishingadvice.org/first-time-author/

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Anthology or Collection? Yes, You Can Win Book Awards

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how anthologies and collections can compete for book awards and how authors and editors can make the most of the recognition.
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https://selfpublishingadvice.org/anthology-or-collection/

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Genre-Bonding: What it is and Why it’s the Indie Author’s Best Marketing Move

Genre-Bonding: What It Is and Why It's the Indie Author's Best Marketing Move Writing is solitary. Publishing doesn't have to be. That's the thinking behind what we at the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi) are calling genre-bonding: getting to know…
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https://selfpublishingadvice.org/genrebonding/

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Sell More Books with These Seven Promotion Steps

Sell More Books with These Seven Promotion Steps We recently launched Sell More Books: ALLi's Guide to Book Promotion and have been walking through it chapter by chapter in a member-only live series on SelfPubConnect, with replays available for members.…
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https://selfpublishingadvice.org/sell-more-books-with-these-seven-promotion-steps/

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Writing a Series? Here’s How Book Awards Work for You

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how series authors can pursue awards for both individual books and their complete body of work.
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https://selfpublishingadvice.org/writing-a-series-heres-how-book-awards-work-for-you/

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Second Editions and Award Eligibility: Can Your Revised Book Compete Again?

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how revised second editions can qualify for new award opportunities and what authors should know before submitting them.
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https://selfpublishingadvice.org/second-editions-and-award-eligibility/

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Writing Beyond Borders: Awards for Translated and Non-English Books

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how translated and non-English books can access a wide range of award opportunities across global markets.
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https://selfpublishingadvice.org/writing-beyond-borders-awards-for-translated-and-non-english-books/

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Your Audiobook Deserves Its Own Awards Strategy

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains why audiobooks should be treated as distinct creative works and how authors can develop a separate awards strategy for their audio editions.
The post Your Audiobook Deserves Its Own Awards Strategy appeared first on The Self-Publishing Advice Center.
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/your-audiobook-deserves-its-own-awards-strategy/

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Book Awards for Co-Authors: How Partnerships Work in Competitions

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how co-authored books are handled in award competitions, from submissions and fees to prizes and promotion.
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/book-awards-for-co-authors/

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Poetry Collection Awards: More Opportunities Than You Think

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains why poetry collections have more award opportunities than many poets realize and how to find competitions that align with their work.
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/poetry-collection-awards/

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Inside the Judges’ Minds: What Award Panels Really Look For

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains what judging panels prioritize and how authors can position their books for the best chance at award success. If you've ever wondered what happens behind the scenes…
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/award-panels/

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Smart Spending: How Many Book Awards Should You Enter?

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how to set a smart, realistic budget for award submissions and decide how many competitions are worth your time and money.
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/smart-spending/

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Proof is Profitable — Use Reviews, Contests, and Awards to Drive Reader Engagement and Sales: Self-Publishing Advice Conference Highlight

In this Self-Publishing Advice Conference highlight, discover how reviews, contests, and awards can boost your reputation and drive engagement in the session, “Proof is Profitable.” Hannah…
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-proof-is-profitable/

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Small Awards, Big Impact: Why Niche Recognition Can Outperform Major Prizes

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains how smaller, niche awards can often deliver more meaningful career benefits for indie authors than chasing major literary prizes.
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/small-awards-big-impact/

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The Biggest Book Award Myth That’s Keeping Indie Authors from Winning

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson debunks the myth that great books automatically win awards, urging indie authors to take an active role in seeking recognition.
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/book-award-myth/

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The Hidden World of Global Book Awards: Opportunities for Every Author, Everywhere

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explores the wide world of global book awards and how independent authors everywhere can find recognition,…
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/the-hidden-world-of-global-book-awards/

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One Author, Many Faces: Managing Multiple Identities

As indie authors expand their careers, many discover that one name doesn't always fit all. A romance author might pivot to horror. A nonfiction writer might decide to finally publish that novel. Or someone who writes across genres may wonder whether each…
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/muliple-identities/

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The Ultimate Guide to Author Collaboration in Writing and Publishing

Indie authors are generous in sharing information and paying knowledge forward which has given us real competitive advantages. The Alliance of Independent Authors is built on such author collaboration. Others are entering formal…
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/author-collaboration-writing-publishing/

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Can Older Books Still Win Awards? Absolutely!

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson dispels the myth that awards are only for new releases, showing how older books can remain strong contenders for recognition.
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/older-books/

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Live Events: What Authors Gain by Showing Up

With so much expert content now available online—through webinars, courses, and virtual conferences—many authors wonder if it's still worth attending live events. The answer, as you'll see below, is yes. But not just for the educational sessions. The real value often lies in…
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/live-events/

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Going Local: Authors on the Payoffs and Pitfalls of Hometown Promotion

Going local often provides the surest path to meaningful publicity. Standing in front of a library audience, chatting at a farmers’ market stall, or fielding questions on community radio transforms a distant byline into a neighbor…
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/going-local/

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How to Market Your Book When It’s Between Genres

If Colleen Hoover’s chart-topping It Ends with Us had been released in 2010, booksellers would have shelved it as a romance and moved on. But ask an industry pro today where that book belongs and you might be in for a monologue on the complexity of trauma narratives,…
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/between-genres/

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Never Miss Your Chance: Why Great Books Win Awards Any Month of the Year

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson explains why there’s no single “award season” for books and how authors can take advantage of year-round opportunities to gain recognition.
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/awards-any-month/

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Erotica Authors Confront Platform Restrictions and Market Limits

Erotica authors have always worked on the margins—pushing boundaries of taste, acceptability, and publishing norms. For many, the genre offers a space for freedom, identity, and creative expression. But that space is shrinking. Algorithms…
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/erotica-authors/

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Are Book Awards Only for Fiction? Dispelling Award Myths for Indie Authors

In this Alliance of Independent Authors post, Book Award Adviser Hannah Jacobson dispels the myth that book awards are only for fiction and explains how independent authors can find recognition for both fiction and nonfiction works. ...
https://selfpublishingadvice.org/are-book-awards-only-for-fiction/

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