Orna Ross

Orna Ross and Shanaya Wagh discuss leveling up their publishing businesses, knowing when change is needed, and building a more profitable structure. They emphasize the importance of exploring publishing measures and developing clarity and intentionality in the publishing process. Taking small steps, embracing publishing values, and reviewing and making necessary changes to work are also key topics. Find inspiration and advice at the Self-publishing Author Advice Center.

Orna Ross and Joanna Penn delve into the secrets of making more money as an indie author, emphasizing the power of self-publishing and proactive marketing strategies. They discuss crowdfunding, marketing agencies, financial challenges, and the importance of mastering the mindset and finances of self-publishing. The hosts also touch on efficient self-publishing strategies and tease upcoming episodes on author income surveys and crowdfunding special editions.

In this discussion, Orna Ross, the Director of the Alliance of Independent Authors, brings her expertise advocating for indie authors to the forefront. Together with Joe Solari, they delve into the energizing atmosphere of Author Nation, where networking took center stage. They explore the rise of AI in publishing, new advertising channels, and the evolving paths available for authors. Orna emphasizes the importance of authenticity in reader connections amidst the challenges of AI-generated content. Join them as they navigate the future of indie publishing!

Join Anna Featherstone and Orna Ross as they discuss how self-published authors can enhance their books without breaking the bank. They share valuable insights on budgeting strategies, leveraging platforms like Shopify for book launches, and embracing authenticity in author promotion. Learn how to maximize impact while minimizing costs in the self-publishing world.

Orna Ross hosts an enlightening discussion on the twenty-one creative planning principles that underlie her creative planning program and extends an invitation to listeners to participate in her big annual creative planning workshop and workbook launch on January 4, 2024. Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights to enhance your creative process and apply it to publishing as well as writing. Tune in to start the journey toward having your most productive and profitable year ever in 2024. The Creative Self-Publishing stream of the ALLi Podcast is sponsored by Orna Ross's Creative Planning Program for Authors & Poets. If you're feeling daunted by the enormity of your writing and publishing goals, or overwhelmed by your to-do list, or you're just not sure what way forward is best, Orna can help with a proven planning process devised specially for writers. Check it out at Patreon.com/OrnaRoss. About the Host Orna Ross launched the Alliance of Independent Authors at the London Book Fair in 2012. Her work for ALLi has seen her named as one of The Bookseller's "100 top people in publishing". She also publishes poetry, fiction, and nonfiction and is greatly excited by the democratizing, empowering potential of author-publishing. For more information about Orna, visit her website.