Indie Author Magazine: Featuring Skye Mackinnon: Indie Author Magazine, #33

By Chelle Honiker and Alice Briggs

Welcome to the January 2024 issue of Indie Author Magazine, where we embrace the spirit of renewal and discovery in the indie publishing world. This issue is packed with insights, stories, and strategies to help authors navigate the ever-evolving landscape of independent writing and publishing.

Inside, you'll find:

✓ Editor's Letter: Endings and Beginnings by Nicole Schroeder: Reflecting on the past and looking ahead to new opportunities in indie publishing.

✓ Martelle's Motivation: Finding Joy by Craig Martelle: Insights into finding happiness and fulfillment in your writing journey.

✓ ALLi Exclusive: Expert advice on getting your book into readers' hands.

✓ Dear Indie Annie: Multinational Merchant: Navigating the complexities of selling your books internationally.

✓ Ten Tips: Author Events on Discord by Wendy Van Camp: Leveraging Discord to connect with readers and host engaging events.

Highlighting industry events and trends:

• The Many Publishing Lives of Skye MacKinnon by Laurel Decher: An inspiring look at Skye MacKinnon's diverse publishing journey.
• Buzz from the Beach: A Look Back at the NINC 2023 Conference & From the Stacks by David Viergutz: Key takeaways from NINC 2023 and a curated selection of must-reads.
• Two Conferences Collide & Author Reflections from the Final 20Books Vegas Conference by David Viergutz: Insights from the transformative 20Books Vegas and its evolution into Author Nation.
• Author Nation Replacing 20Books Vegas: What to Expect in 2024 by Paul Austin Ardoin: A glimpse into what the future holds for Author Nation.
• Rounding up the Top Indie Author Events Taking Place in 2024 by Robyn Sarty: A guide to the must-attend indie author events in the coming year.

Practical strategies for indie authors:

• Four Direct Sales Platforms That'll Let You 'Go Your Own Way' by Jenn Lessmann: Exploring platforms for direct book sales.
• Exploring the Basics of BookFunnel, the E-Book Distribution Platform by Michael La Ronn: A comprehensive look at using BookFunnel for your e-books.
• Five Authors, Five Different Publishing Paths: Debunking the Traditional-versus-Indie Debate by Tanya Nellestein: Insights into various publishing models.
• Exploring the History Behind Three Idioms You May Be Using in Your Writing by Sharon Dooley: Enhancing your writing with idiomatic expressions.
• Hone Your Home Writing Setup with these Easy Ergonomic Techniques by Wendy Van Camp: Tips for creating a comfortable and efficient writing space.
• Corner the Market with Steve Higgs: An Author's 'Overcoming' Narrative by Steve Higgs: Crafting narratives that resonate with readers.

Join us as we step into 2024 with a wealth of knowledge, inspiring stories, and practical advice to guide your indie author journey!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Athenia Creative Services, LLC
• Release date: Jan 1, 2024
• ISBN: 9798223269786

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Indie Author Magazine: Featuring Skye MacKinnon

INDIE AUTHOR MAGAZINE: FEATURING SKYE MACKINNON

CHELLE HONIKER

ALICE BRIGGS

Athenia Creative Services, LLC

Indie Author Magazine

Chelle Honiker and Alice Briggs

© 2024 by Indie Author Magazine

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Published by:

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ISSN 2768-7880 (online)–ISSN 2768-7872 (print)

CONTENTS

In This Month’s Issue

Indie Author Training

Marketing

‘Go Your Own Way’

Four Direct Sales Platforms to Match Your Business Needs

Plottr

Typewriter Tales

Alli

Editor’s Letter

Nicole Schroeder, Editor In Chief

Insider Insights

Martelle’s Motivation

Finding Joy (Not the Person but the Feeling)

Lulu

Choose Your Publishing Path

The Nuance that’s Sometimes Lost in the Traditional or Indie Debate

Buzz from the Beach

A Look Back at the NINC 2023 Conference

Writing ‘The End’ on the Story of 20Books Vegas

Two Conferences Collide as 20Books Vegas Transitions to Author Nation

What’s in Store for 2024?

Preview This Year’s Calendar of Events for Indie Authors

From The Stacks

Tools We Love

DIRECT2READERS

ALLi Exclusive: Getting Your Book in Readers’ Hands

Idioms, Explained

Exploring the History Behind Three Common English Sayings

Health, Wellness, and Mindset

Hone Your Home Writing Setup

Ergonomic Workspaces Protect Your Health and Your Career’s Longevity

929 Press

Overcoming Defeat

On The Cover

Shifting Magic

The Many Publishing Lives of Skye MacKinnon

Book Cover Auctions

Publisher Rocket

Ask Indie Annie

Dear Indie Annie

Multinational Merchant

10 Tips

10 Tips for: Author Events on Discord

Indie Author Tools

Technology

Demystifying BookFunnel

How Authors Can Make the Most of the E-Book Distribution Service

Afterword

IN THIS MONTH’S ISSUE

Welcome to the January 2024 issue of Indie Author Magazine, where we embrace the spirit of renewal and discovery in the indie publishing world. This issue is packed with insights, stories, and strategies to help authors navigate the ever-evolving landscape of independent writing and publishing.

Inside, you'll find:

✓ Editor’s Letter: Endings and Beginnings by Nicole Schroeder: Reflecting on the past and looking ahead to new opportunities in indie publishing.

✓ Martelle’s Motivation: Finding Joy by Craig Martelle: Insights into finding happiness and fulfillment in your writing journey.

✓ ALLi Exclusive: Expert advice on getting your book into readers' hands.

✓ Dear Indie Annie: Multinational Merchant: Navigating the complexities of selling your books internationally.

✓ Ten Tips: Author Events on Discord by Wendy Van Camp: Leveraging Discord to connect with readers and host engaging events.

Highlighting industry events and trends:

• The Many Publishing Lives of Skye MacKinnon by Laurel Decher: An inspiring look at Skye MacKinnon's diverse publishing journey.

• Buzz from the Beach: A Look Back at the NINC 2023 Conference & From the Stacks by David Viergutz: Key takeaways from NINC 2023 and a curated selection of must-reads.

• Two Conferences Collide & Author Reflections from the Final 20Books Vegas Conference by David Viergutz: Insights from the transformative 20Books Vegas and its evolution into Author Nation.

• Author Nation Replacing 20Books Vegas: What to Expect in 2024 by Paul Austin Ardoin: A glimpse into what the future holds for Author Nation.

• Rounding up the Top Indie Author Events Taking Place in 2024 by Robyn Sarty: A guide to the must-attend indie author events in the coming year.

Practical strategies for indie authors:

• Four Direct Sales Platforms That'll Let You ‘Go Your Own Way’ by Jenn Lessmann: Exploring platforms for direct book sales.

• Exploring the Basics of BookFunnel, the E-Book Distribution Platform by Michael La Ronn: A comprehensive look at using BookFunnel for your e-books.

• Five Authors, Five Different Publishing Paths: Debunking the Traditional-versus-Indie Debate by Tanya Nellestein: Insights into various publishing models.

• Exploring the History Behind Three Idioms You May Be Using in Your Writing by Sharon Dooley: Enhancing your writing with idiomatic expressions.

• Hone Your Home Writing Setup with these Easy Ergonomic Techniques by Wendy Van Camp: Tips for creating a comfortable and efficient writing space.

• Corner the Market with Steve Higgs: An Author’s ‘Overcoming’ Narrative by Steve Higgs: Crafting narratives that resonate with readers.

Join us as we step into 2024 with a wealth of knowledge, inspiring stories, and practical advice to guide your indie author journey!

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