Tag: indie author
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Writer’s Block? Try This 10‑Minute Plotting Trick
Stuck in writer’s block? Skip the outline and try this 10-minute trick instead! It’s fast, freeing, and might be the breakthrough you didn’t know you needed. Read the full article on the blog. #IndieAuthorTips #WritersBlockFix #PlottingTrick #10MinuteWriting #SoniaRompoti
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The Power of Your Author Brand
Your books are amazing—but does your author brand tell readers what to expect? Branding isn’t just for big names. It’s your secret weapon for standing out, selling more, and connecting deeply. Read the post, build your brand, and show up on purpose. #AuthorBranding #IndieAuthorTips #KDPAuthors #WritingCommunity #SelfPublishingSuccess #BuildYourBrand #soniarompoti #AuthorLife #WriteToConnect
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How do you express your gratitude?
How do you express your gratitude? In the lonely path of indie publishing, this might be the one thing that keeps us going. Here’s how I stay grounded—without losing the plot. #amwriting #indieauthor #gratitudepractice #writinglife #soniarompoti
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From Zero to Series
One book is great—but a series builds an empire. If you’ve been dreaming of crafting your own indie author universe, this post is your roadmap. From theme to title to branding, here’s how to turn one book into a world readers won’t want to leave. #IndieAuthorTips #SeriesWriting #SelfPublishing #AuthorLife #BookSeriesStrategy #KDPauthors #WritingCommunity #soniarompoti #CurvesToOwn
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Falling in Love with Stories: My First Crush and the Writer I Became
My first crush? Not a classmate—but a story. The first time I fell in love with fiction, I knew I’d never recover. đź’Ś Read about how that early spark shaped my indie author journey and why your first literary love still matters. #FirstCrush #IndieAuthorLife #WritersOfInstagram #AmWriting #StorytellerHeart #AuthorJourney #SoniaRompoti #BookLover #CreativeLife
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Understanding Amazon KDP Categories
How to Choose, Climb, and Conquer the Right Shelf If you’ve ever wondered why your beautifully written book isn’t selling—despite a great cover, a catchy blurb, and a marketing push—the answer might be simpler than you think: You may be sitting on the wrong shelf. Welcome to the often-overlooked world of Amazon KDP categories. These…
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Indie authors:
Should You Go Wide or Stay in KU? “Should I stay exclusive to Amazon through Kindle Unlimited, or should I go wide and distribute my books everywhere?”It’s the question every indie author asks at some point—and the answer is rarely black and white. Welcome to one of the most important decisions in your self-publishing career.…
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Indie Author Life: Beyond the Writing
Being an indie author means wearing every hat — writer, marketer, designer, and more. The invisible workload is real, exhausting, and rarely talked about. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or unseen, this post is your permission slip to breathe, reflect, and reset. #IndieAuthor #WritingLife #AuthorBurnout #SelfPublishingStruggles #AmWriting #WritersSupportWriters #CreativeBurnout #IndieAuthorJourney #AuthorWellness #WritingCommunity #WriteWithHeart #SoniaRompoti
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Feeling Invisible as an Author? You’re Not Alone
Ever feel like your words are echoing into a void? Being an indie author can be isolating — but you’re not alone. This post is for the writers still showing up, still believing, even when nobody claps. Your voice matters. Always. #IndieAuthor #AuthorLife #WritingCommunity #AmWriting #SelfPublishing #WritersSupportWriters #CreativityMatters #KeepWriting #InvisibleAuthor #WritersJourney #Bookstagram #WritingMotivation
Sonia M. Rompoti, MSc, bsc 