Stories worth reading.
Writers worth remembering.
AlònTala is an independent publishing house dedicated to powerful, emotionally resonant fiction. We champion emerging voices, unconventional stories, and unforgettable narratives that break the mold.
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Money Matters
The Part Nobody Likes to Talk About There’s something quietly missing from most conversations about writing and publishing: money. We talk endlessly about craft. About finding your voice, polishing your prose, landing a cover that feels like destiny. We celebrate launches, signings, and the undeniable thrill of seeing your name printed on a book. All…
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On Hooks
Most writers learn about hooks in the narrowest possible way. At some point, usually in a Google search result or in a YouTube video, someone tells you a hook is the first line of your novel. The opening sentence. The thing that grabs attention before a reader puts the book down. That definition is correct….
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What Video Games Taught Me About Worldbuilding
Imagine waking up with zero memories. Total amnesia. That’s Wuchang’s whole deal in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, the game I hacked my way through a couple of months ago. No context, no tutorial lore dump, just… you wake up and good luck. That’s how most stories start for us too. We crack open a book, hit…
