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Live Free with Angela Kay Austin

86 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

Live Free with USA Today Bestselling Author Angela Kay Austin. Angela explores the world of books and travel, one person and one country at a time! Is that an odd mix? Hmm. As she travels, she’ll introduce you to the people, culture and books of the community around her.

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Travel Interlude: Rye, England

August 06, 2021 02:00 - 3 minutes - 2.79 MB

Hey guys! Today, I'm taking you on a quick trip to #Rye, #England! I'm calling this the English countryside. Am I right? Or wrong? I have no clue!!! Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin This was a short #travel excursion to the countryside. #Rye was such a quaint town with a #castle, beautiful church, antiquing, but no #Uber!!! How does that happen?! If you have ever been to #Rye let me know what you think? And if you have suggestions ...

Author's Mindset: Heather Rae

August 05, 2021 08:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

There is a balance to everything, right? Life balance is about priorities. But how do you do that when you're a mom, travel nurse and #indiepublished #author? Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin #HeatherRae is a #self-published author who has been #publishing for six years. She also work full-time and is a mom of three. Now, throughout my #indiepublishing career, I've always worked while I pursued my dream, and it has not always been e...

Travel Interlude: Liverpool, England

July 16, 2021 04:00 - 5 minutes - 3.89 MB

Can anyone say, "Road Trip"? Yay! We were able to hop on a train and take a quick trip to #Liverpool. I don't really know what I expected, but I did enjoy each moment! Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin My mother once told me that she loved #TheBeatles, and so now that I have the opportunity to visit their land of The Beatles, why not visit?! To watch this video, check out my #YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/AngelaKayAustin C...

Author's Mindset: Brian W. Smith

July 15, 2021 19:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

I've heard a lot about Brian's work through book clubs out of #Memphis, #Tennessee. The organizer of one club DM'd me and told me of her love for his #books and asked me if I planned to interview him.⁠ ⁠ Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin⁠ ⁠ You know that if someone in my hometown vouches for anything, I have to check it out!!! So, I looked him up and reached out to ask him to join me, and he said yes!⁠ ⁠ If you're not familiar with #Br...

Night out in London: Nina Simone and Me

July 02, 2021 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.45 MB

Well, kind of! I was invited to a #jazz concert. The cover band were covering the fabulous #NinaSimone! Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin In case you didn't know, I played the clarinet and saxophone for about twenty years. (No, I cannot still play, but my beautiful niece has picked up where I left off!) That being said, I love music, and #jazz is one of my favorites. Literally, I turn it on when I wake in the morning and it eases me...

Afton Locke On Writing

June 24, 2021 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

I want to introduce you all ot Afton Locke. She is definitely one of the most surprising women I've met on the #indieauthor circuit. She's always so soft spoken and quite, but don't put a microphone in her hand!!! Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin Afton has published #Romance #books and for many years has written several #interracial #Romance #books. One of the things that I like about her is that she's taken this chance. For those o...

I Walked A Half-Marathon Through London

June 17, 2021 08:00 - 2 minutes - 1.62 MB

Yep, you read that right! I walked a #half-marathon through the scenic streets of #London! It took me four and a half hours, but I saw parts of #London that I'd never seen before. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin When I decided to move to #London, one of the reason I chose the city was because of it's transportation system and the simple fact that so much of it is walkable. So, of course, I had to take advantage of an opportunity to...

Author's Mindset: Purpose Behind The Indie Books

June 10, 2021 22:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

Whenever I meet a "new to me" #indieauthor, I always ask why they jumped into the world of #Indiepublishing. I asked that question of #SanGriffin. Her love for her son and the desire to uplift young Black men and women through your poetry and art shone through in this conversation. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin When I started writing it was because I wanted to see more Black women on the pages of #books. Fast-forward fifteen year...

Travel Interlude: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

June 03, 2021 08:00 - 4 minutes - 2.89 MB

So... Yeah. I went to see a #football stadium in the #UK.  The #TottenhamHotspur team stadium located in North #London. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin I'm sure you guys know that I know nothing about #football (for the #Americans #soccer), but when I was told about the stadium, I wanted to see it. I mean why not. I'm in #London, how could I not visit a #football stadium. First thoughts -- I was amazed at the sheer size of the sta...

Author's Mindset: Olivia Gaines

May 28, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

I don't remember how many years ago I met Olivia Gaines, but I rememer that the first time we spoke, she complimented me and I never forgot it. #Indiepublishing can be complicated, it is nice when you find someone else doing what you do who supports you along your journey. Find me on your favorite social media platform: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin Over nine years, Olivia Gaines has published fifty #books. She's been nominated for and won several awards. Olivia's humor is one of the t...

Self-Publishing Interlude: Indie Publishing Events: IRAE 2021

May 20, 2021 08:00 - 2 minutes - 1.82 MB

IRAE 2021 was held in Florida. The event was a legacy event that my friend Kassanna refused to let die, as a result she has now been presenting this event annually. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin Kassanna and Denise Williams Cherry work together to hold this event each year. Hundreds of readers and authors who write diverse romance attend. 2021 was the first year that I personally was not able to attend. (Sniffles) This event is...

Indie Published Books For Small Businesses

May 13, 2021 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

When you work the #indiepublishing circuit, you meet a lot of people. If you're afraid to network, it can be overwhelming at time. But if you fight against that fear, then you never know who you might meet. That person could very well help you with your next #book project. Find me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin Recently, I participated in the Black Ink Festival thanks to Savannah J. Frierson. Because of that #book event, I met #DeeBowden. After Dee and I c...

Travel Interlude: Brighton Beach, London, UK

May 07, 2021 12:00 - 5 minutes - 3.49 MB

In #America​ we have quite a few little seaside towns. Areas like #OceanCity​ #Maryland​, #AtlanticCity​ #NewJersey​, or #Baltimore​ #Maryland​ sit right on the water and I frequented them often when I was in those areas. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin​ A friend told me of the Brighton Beach area, and I couldn't say no. It was super cold, but I thought it would be awesome to share something new with you!!! #BrightonBeach​ When it...

Rebecca Lee Speaks About Becoming A Voiceover Artist

April 29, 2021 21:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB

A lot of us have been told, "You have a beautiful voice." But what do we do with it after we hear those words? Anything? Don't forget to find me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin If you're interested in becoming a #voiceoverartist, this is the conversation for you! Rebecca Lee shares with how she broke into the #voiceoverartist industry. During this invrview she shares some of her tips about #voiceoverartisttraining and some of her best #voiceoverartisttips. ...

Travel Interlude: Champaign And A Hike

April 22, 2021 22:00 - 4 minutes - 3.36 MB

Hey guys! In pure celebration of my #50th #Birthday! I spent the day hiking about the #Putney #Wimbledon (and #Richmond) Commons. Don't forge to find me on your favorite #socialmedia: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin I love #hiking. Now, let me quickly clarify, this does not mean that I strap a backpack to my back and wander around hiking the Appalachian trail. I can't tell you which shoes are the best hiking shoes or the best hiking backpack or anything about hiking gear. However as I ...

Discussing Indie Pubishing with Stella Eromonsere-Ajanaku

April 15, 2021 22:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

Stella is the author of 34 books! She has #self-published since her first #book. She and I discuss her #indiepublishing journey. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin In the world of #indiepublishing, you meet many people along your #writing journey. If you stay on it long enough, you'll meet people who will help you succeed. Stella is one of those people. Stella started a Facebook chat group of #indieauthors, and from that chat sprung ...

Exploring Brick Lane, London, England

April 08, 2021 21:00 - 4 minutes - 3.33 MB

If I live in #London for too much longer, I may never buy a car! I love explorin #London by walking through the streets. Everything moves slow enough to where you don't miss anything. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin Brick Lane is in the East End area of #London. I was told that it was an area I had to visit because of its #streetart. I'm an #American in #London. So, of course, I was curious. We have a lot of #streetart in #America...

Let's Talk About Book Promotion with The Fussy Librarian

April 01, 2021 20:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB

When it comes to #indiepublishing, there are many things an #author must consider. One of the concerns is #indiebookmarketing. How will your prospective #reader know your #book is available? Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin The Fussy Librarian founded by #JeffreyBruner. The website is dedicated to helping #readers find #books of interest. How does this help #authors? It helps us because they have two newsletters. Newsletters that go...

Candid Moment About Surving Grief and Loss

March 25, 2021 23:00 - 5 minutes - 3.78 MB

In this episode, I take you on a walkabout with me through #HydePark in #London. It's a beautiful open space park area that reminds me of Central Gardens in New York. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin During this episode I talk about one of the reasons I started this journey of self-discovery. Also, I  briefly discuss surviving grief and loss. Leaning into my #faith and family, I am here walking the streets of #London. But the jou...

Indie Book Distribution: Kindle Direct Publishing

March 18, 2021 20:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

When you take that first step into #self-publishing, it can be scary. One major question is, "How do you get your book into the hands of a reader?" Some in the #indiepublishing world use #aggregators to distribute their #books, others upload directly to each #book distributor. Don't forget to find me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin. Personally, I do both. I use a mix of aggregators and direct uploads. For each #indiepublished #author, you will have to make ...

What is Ghostwriting?

March 11, 2021 22:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

Have you read a book penned by a #ghostwriter? How would you know? What does that mean anyway? Does it mean the #book is better? Worse? Does it mean the name on the #book cover is fake? Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin I interviewed two writers who not only write their own works, but who have in the past or who presently work as a #ghostwriter -- Laura T. Johnson and K.T. Bond. Join me as I chat with them about the what it means to...

Travel Interlude: London: Oxford Circus

March 05, 2021 00:00 - 3 minutes - 2.49 MB

#OxfordCircus #London I can really only say one thing, this is where you come to shop. I am sooooo not a shopper, so #lockdown didn't impact me as I walked around and stared through the windows of the closed stores. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin The shops in #OxfordCircus included Michael Khors, Kate Spade, Calvin Klein, Breitling, and more! Clearly this street would be one I would probably avoid during peak tourist seasons. Howe...

Let's Talk About Book Reviews

February 26, 2021 00:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB

The almighty #bookreview! Let's talk about book reviews in fiction. As an indie writer, this is always a hot topic. Why? Well, because we are always searching for any promotional item that will help us reach a reader. Find me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin Whether you're hiring a promotional service to assist you with your marketing or you have an ARC (advanced reader copy) team, street team, or regular readers find you through #Goodreads, #Amazon, #KOBO, ...

Naima Simone Speaks on Writing for Harlequin

February 12, 2021 03:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MB

After first being rejected by #Harlequin #Books, #NaimaSimone took a different path for her #writing career. It only took another eleven years before #NaimaSimone returned to her dream of #writing for #HarlequinPublishing. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin #NaimaSimone has published six #books with #HarlequinBooks. Throughout that time, she's worked with her #editor #StacyBoyd. During this interview, I talk with Naima and Stacy about...

Travel Interlude: Snow Day in London

February 04, 2021 21:00 - 4 minutes - 2.95 MB

My first snow day in London! I've had more than one snow day in my life because I lived on the east coast of the states. But there is something about having your first snow day in London, your first snow day in the UK. Don't  forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin I'm not a huge fan of snow, but you wouldn't be able to tell that from this video. I roamed around #London in the snow like a kid. Meanwhile, if I were back in #America, I would be th...

Who Helps Indie Authors Promote Their Books

January 28, 2021 20:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

What does it take to promote #self-published #books? What does the word #promotion mean? Who helps you promote? These are some of the questions that #indie published #authors ask themselves every time they complete a new #manuscript. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin #VirtualAssistants or #PersonalAssistants or #BookPromoters. There are many people who work with #self-published #authors to help us get the word out that our #books are...

Travel Interlude: Search for Cilantro in London

January 21, 2021 23:00 - 3 minutes - 2.27 MB

Grocery shopping in London sounds like a simple task, right? I thought so, too. I moved to an English speaking country, can't be that different from #America when you go to the shops, right?! Wrong!!! I'll do a completely different video on clothes shopping, but let's just say, I have a few pairs of jeans and some sweaters to donate!! Don't forget to find me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin I am not a #vegan; however, I am attempting to follow a whole food p...

Writer's Mindset: Black Male Romance Author

January 14, 2021 20:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

Black Male Romance Author?! What!!! I know you're curious. That's right. He is a Black male #Romance #writer, and he's not embarrassed to tell you. #Blackmaleauthors #Blackmaleauthorsfiction #maleromanceauthors #maleromancenovels Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin In his best Muhammed Ali impersonation, #LawrenceHall is not shy and will tell you that the "Lawrence Hall experience" when it comes to #maleromancenovels is like none other...

New Year New Season

January 09, 2021 17:00 - 2 minutes - 1.72 MB

Thank you! We've completed one season of Live Free. I never thought we'd make it to this point. I'm so excited about what is ahead and thankful for what has been accomplished. I'm grateful to each of you for joining me over the past year! Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin I hope that you've met some amazing authors, learned some cool things and maybe seen a few new places along the way that have piqued your curiosity. This journey ...

Travel Interlude: Black Woman Traveling Solo -- Wimbledon

December 24, 2020 13:00 - 2 minutes - 1.98 MB

Have we all had those fantasies of becoming the next Venus or Serena? I'm just asking for a friend. Ha! I love #tennis and I've always wanted to catch a match or tournament at #Wimbledon. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin. So, when the opportunity presented itself, I hopped on a bus (pre-Tier 4 lockdown) and shot a little footage as I walked around. #Blackwomantraveling #Blackwomansolotravel #Blackwomantravelingalone Again, we all ...

Author's Mindset: Fiction Authors Writing NonFiction with Dariel Raye

December 17, 2020 09:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

#DarielRaye and I have known each other for years; however, this interview was the first time we met face to face, sort of. ⁠ ⁠ Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin⁠ ⁠ Next year, she and I will collaborate along with other authors as part of a nonfiction collection of short stories that discuss our individual experiences with #racism. If you'd like to know more about the project and meet some of the other authors, check out the writing sp...

Writer's Mindset: Longevity in Indie Publishing

December 03, 2020 09:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

Zena Wynn has been publishing books since 2007. Her first contract was with a digital publisher, Loose ID. She and I also spent some time with the same publisher, who no longer exists. #selfpublishingmarketing #selfpublishingmarketingstrategies Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin This interview with #ZenaWynn is longer than my normal author videos, primarily because she and I discussed how much the industry of publishing, indie publish...

Travel Interlude: Black Woman Traveling Solo -- Brixton

November 26, 2020 21:00 - 1 minute - 1.14 MB

Hoping on and off public transit in #London has quickly become a thing for me. I've discovered that I prefer the buses to the underground (or overground), mainly because it's so much easier to just hop off when you see something interesting. #Blackwomantraveling #Blackwomantravelingalone #Blackwomansolotravel Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin When I left home, I headed toward Clapham, but roaming the streets eventually lead me to Bri...

Author's Mindset: Author and Screenwriter

November 19, 2020 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

Writing is an interesting thing. For some people, it is their first love. Still, for others, it's something that "happened" because of a love for something else. However, no matter how you get there, once you are there, you find that you love it. #self-publishing #indiepublishing #indieauthor ⁠ Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin⁠ ⁠ I met #LolahLace on the #indie #writing circuit. We have traveled so much of the same ground: writing, act...

Travel Interlude: Black Woman Traveling Solo -- London

November 13, 2020 00:00 - 4 minutes - 3.41 MB

Hey guys! Your girl did it! I'm lost in #London! It's so easy for me to get lost anywhere, why not add #London to the list. #Blackwomantraveling #Blackwomansolotraveling #Blackwomantravelingsolo Don't forget to follow me on your favorite #socialmedia: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin Alright, let's get into it. I moved to London. Who knows how long I will be here, but I'm here. I'm so blessed to have had the opportunity to do something like this. I hope that you will stick with me on this...

Black Woman Traveling Solo: London

November 13, 2020 00:00 - 4 minutes - 3.41 MB

Hey guys! Your girl did it! I'm lost in #London! It's so easy for me to get lost anywhere, why not add #London to the list. #Blackwomantraveling #Blackwomansolotraveling #Blackwomantravelingsolo Don't forget to follow me on your favorite #socialmedia: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin Alright, let's get into it. I moved to London. Who knows how long I will be here, but I'm here. I'm so blessed to have had the opportunity to do something like this. I hope that you will stick with me on this...

Author's Mindset: Let's Talk Tropes

November 05, 2020 22:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

Since 2013, Sage Young has published twelve novels. She has published all of her current work as #self-published author. The funny thing about Sage Young is that if you ask her, she will swear that she was an accidental success. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin What does it take to succeed as a #self-published author? No matter how many times someone asks me that, I think I have the same answer. There is no magic button to push. How...

Black Woman Traveling: I Moved to London!

October 29, 2020 21:00 - 3 minutes - 2.68 MB

I think when we're young, we all have dreams of doing something "different". Whatever different means to each of us. It's usually defined by our family, friends, education or something. #BlackWomanTraveling #BlackWomanTravelingSolo #BlackWomanSoloTravel Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin I'm not any different than everyone else. I have had a list of things on my "wish list" that I've dreamed about since I was a child. One of those man...

Writing through Pain and Loss

October 22, 2020 19:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB

#Writers #write, right? That's what I've always heard, but what happens when life has so many valleys that you can't breathe? Are #writers still expected to #write?⁠ #selfpublishing ⁠ Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin⁠ ⁠ Many of you may know S Frost by other pen names; however, I only know her as S. Frost. She was recently introduced to me and I had the opportunity to interview her for my #YouTube channel.⁠ ⁠ I've interviewed a lot of...

Indie Author and Filmmaker

October 19, 2020 18:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

Moni Boyce is one of three #indie published authors who came together to form B.A.R.R. This Facebook group is geared toward people of color who write Romance, as well as readers of diverse Romance. B.A.R.R. (Black Authors and Readers of Romance) is a new networking place, but it is quickly becoming a safe place for authors of color to learn and grow. #selfpublishing #selfpublishingsuccess #selfpublishingmarketingstrategy Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linkt...

Book Distribution: KOBO Writing Life

October 08, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

As #indie #authors, we're always looking for the best (more efficient and probably free) way to distribute our books. Most of us will gravitate toward one main vendor and we'll utilize all (or most) of the features that platform offers. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media! However, I am a big believer of the whole "don't put all of your eggs in one basket". As a result, I wanted to learn more about the other platforms that are available to #self-published #authors. What...

Black Woman Traveling: Travel Consultants

October 01, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MB

Whether you're a Black woman traveling solo, or just a woman or person traveling, sometimes you just need a little help. You need someone to assist you with the fine details. #BlackWomanTraveling Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin When you're trying to enjoy yourself and have a little fun, sometimes it can be extremely difficult to focus on the details. Or, maybe you don't know which details should have your attention. And if you're trying ...

Can an Author also be an Editor

September 24, 2020 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

Can an #author also be an #editor? This is a question that I've struggled with for many years. Why? Because of the basics. As an #indie author, you're always concerned about #copyright. Protecting your #writing. Your #books. And if your #editor writes, too, what does that mean for your work? Will it be safe with that #editor? Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin Hadley Raydeen worked for my first #publisher as an #editor. She edited my ...

The Power of Networking

September 17, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

When you don't have the power of a #publisher behind your writing, how do you get momentum behind your books? How do you not spend all day on social media promoting your work, after you spent so many nights writing and producing it? Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin Mahogany SilverRain is an #indie published author who has worked collaboratively since her first book was released. Through her network, she's made new friends and met ma...

The Power Of Networking

September 17, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

When you don't have the power of a #publisher behind your writing, how do you get momentum behind your books? How do you not spend all day on social media promoting your work, after you spent so many nights writing and producing it? Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin Mahogany SilverRain is an #indie published author who has worked collaboratively since her first book was released. Through her network, she's made new friends and met ma...

The Road From Indie Publishing To Harlequin

September 10, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MB

When authors decide to #self-publish, it's usually because they have a story to tell and, no matter what, they want to write it and put it in the hands of readers. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin Renee Daniel Flagler (aka Nicki Night) had published several books before being picked up by Harlequin for a two book contract which five years later has turned into almost ten books! Wow!! What was it that burned inside of her that creat...

The Road from Indie Publishing to Harlequin

September 10, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MB

When authors decide to #self-publish, it's usually because they have a story to tell and, no matter what, they want to write it and put it in the hands of readers. Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin Renee Daniel Flagler (aka Nicki Night) had published several books before being picked up by Harlequin for a two book contract which five years later has turned into almost ten books! Wow!! What was it that burned inside of her that creat...

Self Publishing: How to Distribute Your Book Using Smaswords

September 03, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MB

Writing a #book is half the battle. Now, as an indie published author, you have to consider, editing, cover art, marketing and distribution. How will the #reader get your book? How will they even know that it is available? Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media: https://linktr.ee/angelakayaustin. When I began in this whole game of self-publishing, the major distribution partners for indie published #authors were Amazon and Smashwords. Of course, over the years more and mor...

Let's Talk about Author Collaborations and International Events

August 27, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

The world of indie publishing is filled with the unknown. Navigating it can be difficult. However, as I have said so many times, you don't have to do any of it alone. #IndieAuthorMindset #IndiePublishing Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media! LaVerne Thompson and I have known each other for fifteen years. She and I listed as USA Today Bestselling Authors together. And she is one of the primary reasons I started my indie publishing journey. #IndieAuthorMindset On this epi...

Let's Talk About Author Collaborations and International Events

August 27, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

The world of indie publishing is filled with the unknown. Navigating it can be difficult. However, as I have said so many times, you don't have to do any of it alone. #IndieAuthorMindset #IndiePublishing Don't forget to follow me on your favorite social media! LaVerne Thompson and I have known each other for fifteen years. She and I listed as USA Today Bestselling Authors together. And she is one of the primary reasons I started my indie publishing journey. #IndieAuthorMindset On this epi...

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