When you publish in Kindle Unlimited, your royalties don’t just come from selling books. They come from how many pages your readers actually read. Which means the way you craft your chapters can directly influence how much money you make. That’s right — your chapter structure isn’t just a craft choice. It’s a royalty strategy. The Problem: Too many indie authors write chapters that meander, info-dump, or drift into “let’s see where this goes” land.

Most indie authors dream of audiobooks… but the narrator costs alone can feel like trying to scale Mount Everest in flip-flops. $1,500–$3,000 upfront? For a single book? Yikes. No wonder so many authors shove “audiobook” to the someday pile. But here’s the good news: audiobooks don’t have to be out of reach — or a financial black hole. With today’s AI narration tools, you can create serviceable audiobooks on your own terms…

Starting an email list can feel like staring at a blank page. You know it matters — but what on earth do you say in that very first welcome email? Here’s the secret: your welcome email doesn’t have to be perfect. It just needs to be warm, clear, and a little bit you. Let’s break it down. ✨ Why Your Welcome Email Matters…

The air is getting crisper, the leaves are starting to turn here in West Virginia, and for me, something about fall always whispers: time to reset. For authors, though, that reset button often comes with a side of panic.Because alongside cozy mugs of tea and pumpkin-spiced everything… lurks The Backlog. Half-finished manuscripts Unsorted digital files A to-do list that’s longer than a Tolstoy novel…

🌙 Introduction: The Burnout Spiral If you’ve ever said yes when your whole body wanted to scream no—If you’ve ever opened your inbox at midnight because you felt guilty ignoring it—If you’ve ever sacrificed your own writing to meet everyone else’s expectations— You know the taste of burnout. And here’s the truth: burnout doesn’t come from laziness or lack of discipline.

🌙 The Fear Behind the Screen If the word AI makes your stomach twist a little, you’re not alone. For many authors, AI feels like a threat—soulless machines replacing sacred words, churning out generic books, stripping creativity down to algorithms. But here’s the truth most people miss: AI isn’t here to steal your voice. It’s here to serve it. Think of it like a familiar from the old witch stories—an animal guide who lends you their strength, but never replaces your own.

Have you ever thought, “My routine isn’t working anymore. Maybe I’m broken.” If so, let’s take a collective deep breath. Because here’s the truth: you’re not broken. Your writing life is simply evolving. The Myth of the Perfect Routine So many authors chase the holy grail of the “perfect writing routine.” Wake at 5 a.m., write 2,000 words before sunrise, edit in the afternoon, publish a novel every 90 days.

You’ve just come back from a sabbatical, vacation, or even just a week where life demanded all your focus. You sit down at your desk, crack open your laptop, and… nothing. Your brain feels like molasses. The words won’t flow. Instead of joy at being back in your creative space, you feel guilt or pressure—like you’re already “behind.” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

You don’t need a 42-page lore bible to create a world your readers will fall in love with. Your world building just needs soul. Resonance. And the courage to write places that feel real—not because they’re mapped down to the sewer system, but because they carry meaning. For soul-led authors, world-building isn’t about constructing empires.It’s about building…

You don’t have to be drowning in deadlines or crying on your keyboard to be experiencing author burnout. It can look quiet.It can look like procrastination, avoidance, or even over-planning.It can feel like you're “just tired” when really—you’re over-capacity. And if you’ve been feeling off lately? There’s a good chance your system is sounding the alarm. Let’s decode the quiet red flags—and show you what to do instead.

Visibility for Introvert Authors doesn't mean: You need to be loud to be visible. You need to dance on TikTok to build trust. You definitely need to burn yourself out trying to be “everywhere.” What you do need? A workflow that honors your nervous system and amplifies your message—without stealing your energy. Welcome to the gentle power of batching as ritual…

✨ Ever wonder what your heroine’s sun sign might be? Or what Enneagram your villain might be secretly hiding? This post is for every author who wants to deepen their character arcs without slogging through 300 pages of psychology textbooks. 🌀 Why It Works Astrology, 16-Personalities (based on Jungian archetypes), and Enneagram offer ready-made patterns of motivation, fear, and growth…

🪦 Have you become the keeper of the Tech Graveyard? You know the one I mean.The dozens of apps, platforms, logins, subscriptions, and digital “helpers” that were supposed to streamline your writing life… but somehow made it more chaotic. This post is your permission slip—and your action plan—to lovingly bury the tools that aren’t serving you anymore. 🧠 The Problem: Author Tech Burnout Is Real…

Darling writer-bears, if you’ve ever felt like your stories hold sacred truth but get tangled in structure and plot charts, this post is for you. ✨Instead of rigid outlines or ‘beat sheets,’ let’s talk about plotting with the wisdom of archetypes, the energy of cycles, and the intuition of your sacred self. Plotting doesn’t have to feel mechanical. It can feel like ritual.

Feeling tech-overwhelmed, sugarbean? You’re not alone. 🐻‍❄️ If you’ve ever wanted to chuck your laptop out the window while trying to set up a newsletter or pick the ‘right’ keywords, take a deep breath. This post is a balm for your tech-frayed nerves. I’m sharing the three tools that changed everything for me — and they might just save your sanity too (while helping you make more sales).

It’s easy to get stuck in the grind — posting, writing, tweaking blurbs — without knowing what’s moving the needle. The truth is: you don’t need to track everything. You just need to track what actually matters — and trust your gut where the numbers haven’t spoken yet. Today, I’m giving you my simplified, (trauma-informed) Author Mojo Metric Map™ — so you can stop guessing and start growing.

If no one can find your book, it doesn’t matter how good it is. Welcome to the part of self-publishing that most authors wish someone had explained from day one: your keywords aren’t just metadata. They’re search spells.And the difference between a stagnant book and steady sales? Might just be one keyword away. When a reader types something into Amazon’s search bar, they're not just typing words — they’re casting a wish.

So you’ve finished writing your first book…Now what? If you’ve googled “how to self-publish,” chances are your brain is now soup. 🥴 Between platforms, editing, ISBNs, formatting, and launch plans—it can feel like you need a PhD just to hit publish. Breathe, bear.I’ve got you. Here’s your no-fluff, step-by-step guide to self-publishing your first book without the overwhelm.

You finally finished the first draft. 🎉Cue the dancing. Cue the snacks. Cue the panic. Because now comes… editing. And if that word sends a chill down your spine? You’re not alone. But here’s the truth:You don’t need to be an expert editor to polish your book like a pro—you just need the right tools and a process that works…

We’ve all read that one character who somehow felt more real than half the people we know in real life. And we’ve also read the ones who… didn’t. 😬 Flat. Forgettable. Or worse—every single line of dialogue sounded like the same person in a different hat. The difference? It’s not just about backstory. It’s about emotional truth. 💡 Core Message / Big Shift…

If you're anything like me, you've probably wrestled with this question at least once (okay, like 57 times): “How do I build an email list that actually feels aligned... and not like I’m tricking people into a funnel?” Well. You’re not alone. And today, I’ve got something that might just change that.

Many self-publishing authors juggle full-time jobs, family responsibilities, and real-life chaos alongside their writing dreams. Finding time to write isn’t just about time management—it’s about understanding how your brain works and using psychological hacks to boost creativity and productivity. If you’ve ever struggled with procrastination, mental fatigue, or lack of motivation, these science-backed strategies will help you train your brain to write consistently…

Should you enroll your book in Kindle Unlimited (KU) or go wide? This is one of the biggest decisions self-publishing authors face. KU can boost visibility and page reads, but it also means exclusive distribution with Amazon—which isn’t always the right fit for every author. In this post, we’ll break down the pros and cons of Kindle Unlimited, helping you decide whether…

Pricing your book too high can scare off readers. Pricing it too low can devalue your work. So how do you find the sweet spot that maximizes both sales & profit? Self-publishing authors have full control over pricing, but that freedom can feel overwhelming. Let’s break down how to price your books strategically based on genre, audience, and sales goals.

Time—it’s the one thing every writer wishes they had more of. Between work, family, and life’s endless distractions, finding time to write can feel impossible. The good news? You don’t need more hours—you need better strategies. These time management hacks will help you maximize your writing time, increase focus, and finally finish that book. 1️⃣ The Pomodoro Technique (Short Sprints for Big Results)