Your book is only the beginning — not the whole story.

This episode of The Scribbly Writers Podcast explores what it really means to build an author brand beyond your book. From connecting with readers, showing up online with confidence, building trust through community, and growing visibility in a crowded marketplace — this episode offers practical insight for Australian independent authors ready to think bigger than a single release.

Whether you’re publishing your first title or expanding your readership across Queensland and beyond, this conversation will help you shape an author presence that feels genuine, sustainable, and recognisable.

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Forget perfect first drafts. Forget polished sentences. Forget waiting until you feel “ready”.

This episode of The Scribbly Writers Podcast explores the power of brain-dump writing — the gloriously messy, chaotic, judgement-free process that gets words onto the page and stories out of your head.

Whether you’re a first-time writer, an over-thinker, or someone who keeps waiting for the “right moment” to start, this episode will show you why messiness isn’t a weakness — it’s the gateway to momentum.

Especially supportive for Australian indie authors, bloggers, and creative minds building confidence one imperfect page at a time.

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In a world where everyone is building a personal brand, curating feeds, and polishing their public image — what does authenticity actually mean anymore?

In this episode of The Scribbly Writers Podcast, we explore the quiet pressure writers feel to “perform” online. From showing up consistently on social media, to balancing privacy with visibility, to staying true to your voice while still being discoverable — this is an honest conversation about writing, identity, and the modern digital stage.

Especially relevant for Australian indie authors, bloggers, and creatives navigating online presence without losing themselves in the process.

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Are your book sales actually “good” — or are you measuring success by the wrong yardstick?

In this episode of The Scribbly Writers Podcast, we unpack what healthy book sales look like for Australian independent authors. From realistic sales expectations and audience building, to discoverability, local bookstore reach, and long-term reader growth — this is a grounded, honest conversation for writers navigating the publishing journey.

Whether you’re selling your first book, stocking local Moreton Bay bookstores, or growing an online readership, this episode will help you reframe success and build momentum with clarity and confidence.

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Writing is a long game, and external applause is fleeting. In this episode, we unpack the hidden cost of writing for praise, how to build internal motivation, and why sustainable creative careers are driven by purpose rather than validation.

Produced by Scribbly — a volunteer-run Australian writing support community built to help writers feel steady, capable, and never alone in the journey.

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Beginning a memoir isn’t about writing your whole life at once. It’s about starting with a single moment, a single memory, a single page. In this episode, Katy More explores how to overcome perfectionism, choose meaningful starting points, use sensory detail to ground memory, and protect your emotional energy while writing personal truth.

Produced by Scribbly — a volunteer-run Australian writing support community built to help writers feel guided, capable, and never alone.

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Many writers dream of earning from their words — but few are shown the real pathways. In this episode, Katy More explores realistic income options for writers, including publishing, freelancing, speaking, workshops, grants, competitions and digital content. Learn where opportunities exist in Australia, how to start small, and how to build momentum over time.

Produced by Scribbly — a volunteer-run Australian writing support community built to help writers feel informed, supported, and never alone in the journey.

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Beautiful writing means nothing if the reader gets lost. In this episode, we unpack the balance between expressive language and clear storytelling. Discover how to spot overwriting, identify sentences that trip readers up, and develop the confidence to simplify your prose without losing personality.

Produced by Scribbly — a volunteer-run Australian writing support community built to help writers feel guided, supported, and never alone in the process.

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