8th Note Press, TikTok’s publishing imprint, appears to be closing. Authors report delays and lost income, with rights negotiations underway. Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/8th-note-press/

Matty Dalrymple and MaryCatherine Jones discuss audiobook production, highlighting how authors can prepare their manuscripts during editing and collaborate with narrators to reach more listeners. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-audiobook-production/

Audiobook downloads are up 31 percent, and romance is behind a surge in fiction sales, according to the latest UK publishing data. Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/romance-drives-fiction-boom/

Audiobook boom: More listeners, new awards like the Speakies, and AI narration tools are reshaping how books are produced and consumed. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/the-audiobook-boom/

Howard Lovy talks with Australian author Tony Park on the Inspirational Indie Authors podcast. Park explains how living and writing in southern Africa shaped his long-running indie career. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-inspirational-indie-author-interview-tony-park/

Hannah Jacobson explains why award opportunities don’t end after a book’s release year. Older titles often bring unique advantages to the submission process. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/older-books/

TikTok’s U.S. ban deadline is delayed by another ninety days. A UK publishing event will focus on AI, shadow libraries, and licensing concerns. Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/tiktok-ban-deadline/

Dan Holloway reports on the new Speakies audiobook awards, now open to indies, and Spotify's 30 percent audiobook listener growth on the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast.https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-speakies/

Spotify sees audiobook growth. AI summaries reduce publisher traffic. Self-Publishing News with Dan Holloway. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/spotify-reports-audiobook-growth/

At the Self-Publishing Advice Conference, VA Kayleigh Brindley offers practical advice on when and how authors should outsource key tasks. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-virtual-assistant/

The Speakies launch as a UK-based audiobook award open to indies, with high costs for shortlisted entries. Dan Holloway in Self-Publishing News. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/speakies/

Live events remain vital for authors looking to grow their careers. The most valuable moments often happen in conversations between sessions. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/live-events/

Michael La Ronn and Sacha Black explore whether turning your book into a film or TV series is a realistic goal for indie authors in the new Self-Publishing with ALLi Member Q&A podcast. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-film-or-tv-series/

This month’s ALLi Member Milestones feature a romcom award, a bestselling middle grade gamebook, and a new guide to being a podcast guest—all from members of the global indie author community. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/alli-member-milestones-june-2025/

Unbound struggles, UK rejects AI transparency, and PWC tracks job market shifts. Dan Holloway in Self-Publishing News. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/unbound-struggles/

On the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, Dan Holloway discusses double-digit audiobook growth, the rise of dark genre sales, and how publishers are following indie authors into direct sales. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-audiobook-growth/

US Book Show puts focus on big books, AI, and direct sales. Dan Holloway reports in Self-Publishing News. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/us-book-show/

Dale L. Roberts and Emma Boyer of Written Word Media break down what makes book promotions succeed or fail on the Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-book-promotions/

Dark romance leads U.S. book sales, according to Circana. Separately, University of St Andrews researchers have developed a method to identify arsenic-laced vintage book covers. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/dark-romance/

The new piece “Going Local” gathers writers’ stories of bookshop events, agricultural shows, and local media spots, mapping what works—and what doesn’t—in hometown promotion. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/going-local/

Maria Iliffe-Wood talks with Howard Lovy on the Inspirational Indie Authors podcast about writing, coaching, and helping others navigate creative doubt and self-publishing. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-inspirational-indie-author-interview-maria-iliffe-wood/

Audiobook sales are up 13 percent, reaching $2.22 billion in 2024. AI usage grows but interest dips slightly. Romance and children's books are among the fastest-growing genres. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/audiobook-sales/

On the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, Dan Holloway reports on AI bringing back Agatha Christie, author AI adoption, and fresh concerns over eBook lending access in schools. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-agatha-christie/

AI is helping users discover books, teaching writing as Agatha Christie, and winning debates on Reddit. The latest coverage from Dan Holloway in Self-Publishing News. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/ai-acts-as-librarian/

Anna Featherstone hosts a conversation with the authors of Books Without Barriers on the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, focusing on how writers can make their books more accessible. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-books-without-barriers/

Comics Plus and Penguin Random House are clashing over unlimited e-book lending. The disagreement brings back industry concerns about how libraries serve readers and how creators are compensated. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/comics-plus/

How do authors measure success? Some point to financial independence, others to personal growth, reader feedback, or creative satisfaction. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/measure-success/

Joe Solari is featured on the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast discussing how live events help authors stay informed, connect with peers, and grow sustainable publishing careers. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-live-events/

A new BookBub survey analyzed by Dan Holloway finds indie authors are split on generative AI use. While over half use it for writing or editing, nearly half reject it due to ethical concerns. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/bookbub-survey/

On the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, Dan Holloway discusses AI-invented books published in a major paper, Spotify’s iOS subscription gains, and authors pressing for stronger AI copyright safeguards. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-ai-fakes-book-list/

Spotify reports subscription gains following its app update. Bluesky begins verifying notable users. Dan Holloway reports. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/ios-payment-changes/

On the Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast, host Matty Dalrymple and Kristen Tate of Blue Garret talk about the editing process, covering what authors should know about working productively with an editor. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-editing-process/

UK drops AI transparency amendment as EU creators push for stronger protections. Anthropic’s Claude model shows troubling behavior in early testing. Reported by Dan Holloway. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/transparency-amendment/

The Self-Publishing Advice Conference (#SelfPubCon25) returns October 17–19, 2025. The online event will focus on new trends in self-publishing with expert speakers and practical resources. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/save-the-date-selfpubcon25/

Howard Lovy interviews Patrick D. Joyce on the Inspirational Indie Authors podcast about turning his Cold War upbringing into young adult thrillers grounded in history and music. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-inspirational-indie-author-interview-patrick-d-joyce/

AI-generated fake book titles catch media attention. At the IBPA conference, publishers and authors explore how AI is reshaping the industry. Dan Holloway reports. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/fake-book-titles/

On the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, Dan Holloway reports on Audible’s AI narration program launch, KDP Print changes, and the UK’s decision not to advance AI copyright protections. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-ai-narration-program/

UK rejects a proposed AI transparency rule on copyrighted material. Epic Games returns to court, challenging Apple on App Store compliance. Dan Holloway reports. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/copyright-transparency/

Orna Ross and Joanna Penn discuss creative confidence, how it shapes a writer’s voice, and how it helps authors decide when and how to use tools like AI. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-creative-confidence/

Copyright debates intensify. The Authors Guild seeks to restore leadership at the U.S. Copyright Office, while European creators push for protections against unchecked AI use. Dan Holloway reports. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/petitions/

Genre helps readers find books, but not every book fits cleanly into one. This piece covers how to market your book when it’s between genres. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/between-genres/

Audible expands its AI narration and translation tools, signaling a shift in audiobook production. KDP also updates print royalty rates and printing costs. Reported by Dan Holloway. https://selfpublishingadvice.org/podcast-ai-narration/