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Creative Control, Speed, and Support: Deciding Between Indie and Traditional Publishing
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Join our hosts for a smart, myth-busting exploration of the choices facing modern authors. In this episode, they dive into Tanya Nelestein’s feature from Indie Author Magazine, “Indie vs. Traditional: Navigating the Publishing Choices,” using real-world author stories to go far beyond the basic pros and cons.
You’ll discover:
What traditional publishers now expect from their authors—and why it surprises most people
Why marketing muscle and author platforms matter no matter which path you choose
Where creative control and speed make a crucial difference for indie authors
Honest, hands-on perspectives from five writers who took very different routes
How hybrid publishing, business realities, and personal goals shape each author’s decision
Whether you’re passionate about owning every step, tempted by the support of a big house, or curious about blending the two, this discussion offers actionable insight—no one-size-fits-all answers, just what actually matters.
Key Segments:
[00:00:59] – Framing the Indie vs. Trad debate and what’s changed
[00:03:06] – The author platform: now a must for everyone
[00:03:40] – Creative control, marketing, and why authors switch sides
[00:04:32] – Distribution, speed to market, and the real “bookstore dream”
[00:05:41] – Five author journeys: indie, trad, hybrid, and everything in between
[00:09:38] – Blurring boundaries and personalizing your publishing path
Tune in to sharpen your decision-making and start designing the publishing journey that fits you.
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