Welcome to The Indie Author Diaries – Honest articles written by self-published authors from across the globe 🌎
There are quite a few ways to publish a book! Self-publishing is one of them 👉Meet authors from all different backgrounds who got their book out into the world through self-publishing! Be prepared to get inspired to turn your own bookish dream into a published reality 👏
Discover how Indie Author Shell Stewart’s debut picture book teaches kids how food fuels the body, supports movement and builds healthy habits. A must-read for health-conscious families and educators.
Jessica Urlichs is an international bestselling author & poet who originally self-published her work. Her Poems; Dear Husband & All I See Is You are two of her most well known pieces and for good reason…
Sarah and Emily Authors are a sister duo who have published three thoughtfully written books within one year! Two of their books are dedicated to supporting kids with anxiety and their 3rd book is a fun story about the magic of reading!
Courtney Deaton is the Author of ‘Through Billie’s Eyes’ – A picture book to help families explain a dementia diagnosis to young children. If you’re an aspiring author – you do not want to miss this article. Courtney shares some great advice about self-publishing…
Virginia is a mum of four, columnist and co-founder of Parents Work Collective – a not-for-profit organisation which advocates for policies that better support parents. In 2019, she won the Caroline Jones Women in Media Young Journalist’s award!
Shana is a passionate primary school teacher of nearly 20 years. This past year she has been particularly busy – adding author, business owner AND podcaster to her growing list of achievements! Read about her self-publishing journey and her beautiful books that I’m sure many mothers and their children can relate to (me for one!).
Krystal Wade self-published a children’s book titled Mabel’s Magical Meal, a picture book that teaches young children about colours. I personally resonated with Krystal’s article in so many ways – in particular with how she has slowly found the confidence to step out of her comfort zone – spoiler alert: all through becoming a mum and self-publishing.
Stacy is yet another inspiring mum that we are lucky enough to feature on Indie Author of the Week. A mum who, while on parental leave, managed to launch a business and publish a book! Her business is called Books for Little Beasts. In her article below she talks about the highlights and the lowlights of self-publishing.
Emilie Tunstill started working towards her small business, The Tunstill Tales in 2023 while on maternity leave. She is a mum of two and her first book – The First Year is somewhat of a tribute to all mums and their babies – it helps new mums to feel seen in that first year of motherhood – a year which is often described as a rollercoaster of emotions. In her book she so beautifully articulates in rhyme the challenges and pure joy of this era.
Taylor was inspired to write her book Blue Dragon in memory of her loving dad. In her wonderfully written article below, she shares how she navigated her grief and the self-publishing journey while raising her three young kids. I’m certain you will find golden nuggets in Taylor’s article that will help you get on the path to publishing your own book, too!
Mallory is a self-published author and self-proclaimed ‘snail lady’ from Northwest USA. She has published THREE books while also being a mum of FIVE young kids who she home schools! Talk about multi-tasking, Mallory! Read about Mallory’s indie author journey & how it all started with an idea popping into her head one day that she decided to pursue…at a snail’s pace.
Lisa is all about writing books for kids (and their adults) that help them fall in love with eating healthy food – even broccoli! Her passion for this shines through in her cleverly written-in-rhyme children’s picture books. The fact that she is also a nutritionist means her stories are filled with evidence-based information on how these vegetables help our little ones to grow well.
