As an indie author, my life revolves around writing, developing my craft, and staying connected with my readers and fellow creatives. Recent

Today, I want to talk about expectations. It’s easy to set expectations way too high or way too low.

Our desire to hit specific timelines often causes us authors to overlook the importance of fully preparing our books before hitting...

Wahoo! Fight scenes! Some authors hate writing fight scenes either because they aren't into violence or they struggle with how to do it....

If you’re a indie author like me, doing everything we “need to do” is far from possible.

All of us indie authors wield the power to share our stories and ideas independent of outside pressures from gatekeepers like agents and...

For me, my role of being a self-published author stands out as challenging because I wear all hats. My job includes the following jobs:...

In the vast realm of publishing, where your words are your brand, your author bio is your offer of friendship.

As an indie author, you're in control. This comes with pros and cons. One of the positives is that you can revise your works even after...

Being an indie author is a bit like being a parent, nurturing your literary offspring, and sending them out into the world.

One of the most critical and difficult aspects of selling our books is an enticing blurb or description.

As an indie author, your manuscript is your hand-crafted treasure, and ensuring it's polished to perfection is crucial.

Roy Peter Clark, a luminary in the realm of writing instruction, embarked on a remarkable journey, drawing from nearly three decades of...

As you probably figured out by now, self-publishing requires navigating a vast and competitive landscape.

Hold on to your space helmets, fellow Sci-fi Fans, because "Heritage" by S.M. Warlow is an interstellar ride that's part space opera,...

Alright, my fellow indie authors, let's break down the written word into roles. By that, I mean, can we afford to work with editors?

Writing a novel is harder than most people think. Writing one that your friends and family will like is even harder. Writing one that...

Welcome behind the scenes to the world of an indie author, where each day is a rollercoaster of creativity, numbers, and dreams.

Hey there! I am absolutely thrilled to share with you the incredible journey that awaits you in the upcoming release of my novel, I...

Writing is an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling activity for me, but it can also be incredibly challenging, especially when the...