Tag: indie author
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First Comes Lust: When Grief, Betrayal, and Desire Collide
There’s a special kind of loneliness that follows loss. Not the dramatic kind. The quiet one, where everyone assumes you should be “moving on,” while your internal world is still negotiating basic survival. First Comes Lust by Anika Lynn drops us straight into that uncomfortable space and refuses to tidy it up. If you’re even…
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When Romance Meets Murder: Blood & Studs by Lynda Rees
Some romances flirt with danger. Others marry it and move into a house full of secrets. Blood & Studs by Lynda Rees falls squarely into the second camp: a romantic suspense novel where passion is risky, trust is fragile, and loving the wrong person can get you killed. A Heroine Who Doesn’t Need Saving—But Might…
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If You’re Tired, Overwhelmed, or One “Please Stop Talking” Away From Snapping, Start Here
There’s a specific kind of exhaustion that doesn’t go away with sleep.The kind where your body sits down, but your brain keeps pacing like it’s late for something important it can’t remember. That’s the exhaustion these books are written for. This self-help collection is not about “becoming your best self” in the abstract, glittery sense.…
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Red Flags Are Cheaper Than Funerals
He was bookish, charming, and seemed promising—until he nearly killed me. Consider him officially off the list. Breathless is a sharp, darkly funny reminder that red flags are not decorative. Read it, laugh uncomfortably, and maybe rethink your dating standards.
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The Year-End Panic: What Indie Authors Should Actually Do Before 31/12
December has this special talent of making every indie author feel like they’re behind on life, work, deadlines, purpose, and possibly laundry. If you’re staring at your drafts, your goals list, or your TBR thinking, “I swear I had more time,” you’re absolutely not alone. I just posted a full in-depth article about the year-end…
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Building a Writing Room That Feels Like Magic Spell cast for Permission
Creating an ideal reading and writing space involves comfort, personal choice, and the elimination of distractions. It prioritizes how you feel in the space over aesthetics, emphasizing warmth, familiar scents, and boundaries against interruptions. Such a sanctuary allows for deep focus and creativity, fostering a connection to your true self.
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Holiday Book Sales: What Actually Moves the Needle in December (Hint: It’s Not a Snowflake Emoji)
December for indie authors is basically controlled chaos wrapped in fairy lights. Everyone else is out here pretending they live in a Hallmark movie, and we’re trying to write two sentences without collapsing into a pile of gingerbread-flavoured exhaustion. If you feel like your brain is a glittery pancake and your book sales make no…
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The Indie Author’s Guide to Surviving the Holiday Rush (Without Losing Your Mind or Your Royalties)
Every December, writers try to be festive, productive, and sane — usually achieving only one of the three. Between book promos, glittering deadlines, and the guilt of not baking enough cookies, the holiday season can break even the most caffeinated author. This year, I’m choosing peace over perfection. And I’m inviting you to do the…
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7 Ways to Make Readers Fall in Love with You (Without Begging for Reviews)
Readers don’t fall for desperate authors. They fall for voice, sincerity, and the kind of storytelling that feels like a heartbeat. You don’t need to beg for reviews — you need to make people feel something. 💬 Read the full article on my blog for seven honest ways to build real reader love — the…
Sonia M. Rompoti, MSc, Bsc 