@Adrian Hanks Welcome! It sounds like you’ve already built a great start with three self-published books, and moving back to Australia sounds like the perfect opportunity to focus more on your writing journey. Wishing you a smooth transition back and lots of inspiration ahead. What type of books have you published so far?

@Aj Love Welcome! That sounds like an exciting new chapter, and congratulations on already publishing three books. Wishing you a smooth move back to Australia and plenty of inspiration as you dedicate more time to writing. What genre do you enjoy writing the most?

@Indy M That sounds like a wonderful and meaningful project. Women’s self-help and empowerment books can really make a positive impact when they reach the right audience. Have you already thought about how you’d like to promote your book and increase its visibility, or are you still exploring different marketing ideas?

@Indy M That sounds like a great plan! TikTok and exploring a few different marketing channels can be a really effective way to get your book in front of more readers. Are you planning to handle the promotion yourself, or are you looking for some professional help with it? Also, have you ever heard of Klaviyo marketing and how it can be used to build and engage an audience?

@Lisa Cron Thank you for sharing your experience. It’s encouraging to hear how much of a difference the right guidance and a well-planned strategy made in your publishing journey. I completely agree that quality content and effective marketing need to work together for long-term success. I also appreciate your willingness to support fellow authors and share what you’ve learned along the way. Out of all the changes you made, which one had the biggest impact on improving your book sales?

@Lisa Cron Thank you for sharing that. It’s a great reminder that success often comes from having a clear strategy rather than relying on random tactics. I also agree that guidance from someone experienced can save a lot of time and help avoid costly mistakes. For my next book, I’d say my focus is a combination of growing readership, increasing sales, and building a stronger long-term author brand. Since you’ve worked closely with a publishing expert, what was the first change they recommended that had the biggest impact on your results?

@Racheal Reid Hello! It’s great that you’re looking to build genuine connections here having a supportive community makes such a difference in the writing journey. There seem to be people here at every stage, from first drafts to published authors trying to grow their audience. What stage are you currently at with your own writing?

@Natalie Beike Welcome! It’s great that you’re taking your interest in writing seriously and stepping into the author space. Everyone starts somewhere, and being willing to learn and stay consistent already puts you on a good path. What kind of stories or books are you most interested in writing?