P. elle Easter

Starting out as an indie author is an exciting adventure, but it can also feel overwhelming at times. When I first decided to self-publish, I quickly realized that having the right mindset was just as important as writing a great story. Developing a self-publishing mindset means embracing both the creative and business sides of being an author. It’s about persistence, learning, and believing in your work even when the path isn’t clear. Let me share some insights and practica

Facing the Fear of Being on Camera The hardest part was simply starting. I worried about how I would look, sound, and whether I would come across as awkward. Stage fright is a real challenge for many people, and it often feels like an invisible wall. I realized that waiting for the perfect moment or perfect confidence would only keep me stuck. Instead, I committed to small steps: Recording short clips without pressure to post them Practicing speaking clearly and naturally in

I recently took a pole with my social media followers on Threads. I asked, which is harder: Editing your novel or marketing your novel? Everyone that responded said, “Hands down”, it is MARKETING. Since I am still in editing mode, I thought for sure it was editing. So, this tells me that I have only touched the tip of the iceberg of my challenges with being an Indie author. I have dabbled in creating posts, stories, and reals. I am certain they need some polishing. M

My first goal for 2025 was to complete my first draft edits of my debut novel “Until All Is Forgiven”. I am excited to announce that I...

It’s been over 2 months since my last blog post. So let me fill you in on what’s been happening. I finished editing the draft of my...

I hired a first-time content editor to review the first draft of my debut novel about five months ago. She did a great job. She...

I am currently self-editing my debut novel. Editing is a very tedious task. However, during this tedious process, I find I am gaining...

I finished the first draft of my debut novel last June. So, what’s next? Initially I told myself I want to write a novel. I wasn’t...

I began immersing myself in the writing community about 5 weeks ago. It has been an amazing experience so far. I have learned many...

As I research the process of launching my first book, I have learned there are 2 things that I can do now; long before my book is...