Hybrid Publishing Lessons with Erica Rooney: From Writing to Launch
Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube About the Episode: In this live-recorded episode from Walk West’s Podcast Marathon, Ricci and Ferol sit down with author an...
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Press Release: Written Word Media and Robin Reads Partner to Connect Authors with Nearly 200,000 New Readers
Durham, NC — Written Word Media, a leading platform connecting authors and readers, is proud to announce a new partnership with Robin Reads, a curated promotion service for authors and publishers t...
The Momentum Method: Smart Book Marketing Strategies for Self-Published Authors
Here’s a truth every indie author should hear: ✨ Visibility isn’t luck, it’s momentum. Sure, writing a great book is step one. But if you want readers to discover it (and fall in love with yo...
How to Take Your Stories Global: Translation Tips for Indie Authors
Learn how indie authors can expand their global reach through book translations with expert insights on European markets, distribution platforms, and marketing strategies from Mikhail Kolobin of PublishMe.
Best Podcasts for Authors (and Writers) in 2025
Level up your author journey in 2025 with our updated list of must-listen writing podcasts curated specifically for indie and self-published authors seeking inspiration, craft tips, and marketing know-how.
Productivity Hacks Every Author Needs
Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube About the Episode: Staying productive as an author isn’t just about writing more—it’s about creating systems that help you ...
A Deep Dive on Special Editions: What They Are and How Indie Authors Can Use Them Strategically
As indie authors, we're always looking for ways to breathe new life into our backlist, create excitement for a new release, or simply give readers something a little extra. One tactic that’s been g...
What Makes a Book Go Viral?
You’ve written your book, polished it, and sent it into the world. You believe in it with every fiber of your being. But now comes the question every author asks at some point: How do I get readers...
How Email Promos Can Fuel Your Direct Sales Success
If you’ve been watching the self-publishing world over the past few years, then you’ve heard a lot of buzz about direct sales. Selling books straight to your readers: without middlemen, without del...
How to Grow Your Author Email List (and Why It Matters More Than Ever)
Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube About the Episode: If you want to grow your author email list and turn it into a long-term asset that drives book sales, th...