The Author Next Door

The Author Next Door
Podcast Description
This is real talk for authors, relatable to where they are in their journey and to our journey as self-published authors. We talk about our experiences and have guest chats with experts and other authors about their experiences.
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This podcast covers key topics such as balancing writing with life, overcoming self-doubt, managing burnout, and understanding writing identity. Episode examples include discussions on the significance of mindset in writing with Racquel Henry, strategies for maintaining balance in a writer's life, and defining burnout with guest Holly Lyne, focusing on self-care and creative processes.

This is real talk for authors, relatable to where they are in their journey and to our journey as self-published authors. We talk about our experiences and have guest chats with experts and other authors about their experiences.
🎙️ Marketing doesn’t have to be overwhelming—especially when you have the right tools.
In this episode of The Author Next Door, Cassie Newell and Angela Haas sit down with Kathleen Sweeney, COO of Book Brush, to talk all things author marketing, AI tools, and the evolving relationship between writers and readers.
They explore:
How author-reader relationships are changing—and how to make them work for you
The journey behind Book Brush and how it’s shaped by real author feedback
Simple ways to use Book Brush to level up your marketing game
Why marketing is a long game (and how to make it sustainable)
How translation services and virtual assistants can help expand your reach and save time
The launch of Author Anchor and the new resources it offers
Whether you’re just getting started or deep in the publishing grind, this episode is packed with tools, encouragement, and insider advice to help you grow with confidence.
Answer in comments👇 What’s one marketing tool or trick that’s worked for you lately?
Helpful Links:
https://bookbrush.com/
https://authoranchor.com/
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🗺️ Other places to find us and connect:
ANGELA HAAS Choose your own adventure 🚀💕 https://ahaaswrites.com/
CASSIE NEWELL Romance 🩷 https://ckdarling.com/
Young Adult 🧚 https://authorcmnewell.com/
Writing Coach 📚 https://www.sassywritingcoach.com/
ℹ️ Keywords 🔑 Book Brush, Kathleen Sweeney, author marketing, social media, AI in publishing, translation services, virtual assistance, author community, marketing strategies, indie authors, self-publishing

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