Wish I'd Known Then . . . For Writers Indie Publishing in 2026: How to Navigate Changes and Thrive with Parker Finch (300 Episodes Special)
300 / In this 300th episode, we take a walk down memory lane, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from the early days of the podcast and reflecting on how far we’ve come—with over 500,000 downloads and listeners tuning in from all around the world. We chat about the most popular episode, our sometimes dodgy sound, and the connections we’ve made with authors and vendors in the indie publishing community.
Joining us is long-time listener and sports rom com author Parker Finch, who shares how staying reader-focused has helped her build a sustainable writing career. We discuss the ever-changing publishing landscape, creative fulfillment, and why mixing panic with positivity is totally normal for writers.
In the next episode, we’ll hear more from listeners (thank you for the voicemails!) and have another special author interview.
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