What’s the difference between going wide vs. KDP, and why is it such a big deal? We’ll take a look at the basics.
A deep and honest look at how I deal with book launches, and how I made my latest launch virtually pain-free.
Book blurb and links for new release Cinders to Dust, fifth in the cozy retold fairy-tale series The Alchemical Tales!
An example of “author takeover” graphics for a recent Facebook event discussing cozy mystery novel Beauty and the Alchemist!
One indie author shares her method–with examples–of revealing a cover in a fun, (mostly) stress-free process.
A candid post about work-life balance and why sometimes it’s important to take time off.
In honor of the upcoming release of Cinders to Dust, check out this collection of various Cinderella stories from around the world!
Special announcement for the upcoming release of book five in The Alchemical Tales, available in June 2023!
Using the Alchemical Tales as an example, indie author Elle Hartford discusses the thoughts behind a reading order and why they’re helpful.
One indie author’s look at how far she’s come and what she plans to do next, from both a practical and passionate point of view.
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