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2024 Self-Love Holiday Gift Guide

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podcast round-up: june 2023

It’s a wrap! Here’s a recap of everything we covered on the podcast last month.

podcast round-up: may 2023

May was a great month for the podcast, full of new topics and guests! If you’ve missed the last few episodes, here’s a recap of everything we covered last month!

5 Ways Authors Can Use Video to Promote Their Books

podcast round-up: april 2023

April was a great month for the podcast, full of new topics and guests! If you’ve missed the last few episodes, here’s a recap of everything we covered last month!

podcast round-up: march 2023

Season 2 of the small steps to self love podcast is in full swing! Take a look at the recent episodes and be sure to tune in each week!

self-love after loss

I was joined by special guest Liz Newman for this episode. We discussed her recent poetry book release, a collection titled “I Look to the Mourning Sky”, and how to navigate grief and the healing process. If you are grieving you are not alone.

finding a support system for your mental health

in this episode, fellow poet Abi hayes and i discussed finding a support system for your mental health, the importance of friendship during difficult times, and more!

managing anxiety and panic attacks through writing

In this episode, I was joined by poet Dominique Rossi. We dive into discussing mental health and using writing and poetry to help manage anxiety.

self-care during the holidays

In this episode of small steps to self-love, we talk about the importance of self-care during this time, and how to practice compassion and self-care so you aren't left empty during the holiday season.

3 healthy habits for more self-love

learn 3 healthy habits you can build into your life to create more self-acceptance on your self-love journey. these are healthy habits that I've incorporated into my life (and no, I don't mention journaling, although I do love that, too!) that I can't wait to share with you!

self-love after abandonment & trust issues

For this episode, I was joined by author Jayne Martin. We covered topics including abandonment as a child, and navigating abandonment issues, trust issues, healing and self-love as an adult. We also discussed her new book, the daddy chronicles: memoir of a fatherless daughter!

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promoting your poetry book

Marketing is one of the biggest obstacles that indie authors face. You’ve spent so much time writing your book, editing it, getting feedback, but how do you get it out there in front of readers? Thankfully there are many resources to assist you in this, and it doesn’t have to be intimidating. Here’s a few steps to take during the marketing process to ensure your book gains interest!

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tiktok profile guide for authors

Are you using TikTok as an author? If you haven’t used the platform yet, don’t wait! While it can be intimidating to create videos and follow the current trends, video content is on the rise and it’s a great way to build your following and sell your books. The first step to creating a profile is to ensure it’s optimized for success. Here are a few tips to get you started!

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4 Pages You Need on Your Author Website

As an author, it’s important to have an eye-catching website that piques the interest of your readers. Your author website should not only have details about your work, but a personalized touch showcasing who you are. If you’re interested in setting up your author website or revising the content on your current one, here are a few tips to get you started.