Dear Indie Author

About Dear Indie Author

Dear Indie Author, Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the prospect of publishing your book all on your own? It's a common fear, but guess what? You're not alone. I'm Shonda Ramsey, your host and fellow indie author, and I've been there too. But here's the thing: fear shouldn't hold us back from sharing our stories with the world. That's why I've gathered a team of incredible industry professionals, published authors, and fellow writers who understand the journey all too well. Together, we'll navigate the self-publishing process, one step at a time, one word at a time. Because every writer deserves to see their words in print. So, whether you're just starting out or you've hit a roadblock, I've got your back. Welcome to Dear Indie Author: Where we inspire creative independence in every writer. Interested in being a guest? You can inquire at www.shondaramsey.com

Publisher

Shonda Ramsey

Category

arts · arts · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 Aug 2024

Latest episode

4 Mar 2025

Latest episodes

30 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Mar 2025

   28: Pausing the Podcast with Shonda Ramsey

   Send us a text Due to some unforeseen circumstances, I am pausing the podcast for an undetermined amount of time. Keep an eye on socials for an announcement on what is next and where (and when) you can find Dear Indie Author again. This isn't a goodbye, it's a see you soon! Follow Shonda on socials: Instagram: www.instagram.com/shondaramseyofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/shondaramseyofficial Website: www.shondaramsey.com

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   25 Feb 2025

   27: Writing Guidance from a Writing Coach with Meredith Byrd

   Send us a text Shonda Ramsey hosts Meredith Byrd, a writing coach and writer, discussing the self-publishing process and the benefits of having a book coach. Meredith shares her experience from teaching to coaching, emphasizing the importance of SMART goals and weekly intention setting for writers. She offers a subscription service for accountability and motivation, using strategies like Pomodoro timers and word sprints. Meredith also highlights the value of resources like Lisa Cron's "Story ...

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   18 Feb 2025

   26: Finding Your Unique Writing Voice with Belinda Kroll

   Send us a text Belinda Kroll discusses her journey as an indie author, focusing on cozy fantasy romance set in the Victorian era. She has been self-publishing since 2003 but recently expanded her focus. Belinda's writing process involves using a dedicated journal, ProWritingAid, and Atticus for formatting. She balances writing with illustrating, using Kickstarter for funded projects. Belinda emphasizes the importance of finding joy in writing, using tools like Notion for story bibles, and mai...

Podcast Authority Score: 33 / 100

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