Episode 277

Alyssa Archer, longtime indie author and editor, shares how she blended editing, writing, and community-building to create a sustainable, meaningful writing life.

  • Navigating a career shift from fiction writing to editing and nonfiction projects, including the story behind her work on the Book of Birth
  • The challenges and gifts of living and working with ADHD, from late diagnosis
  • Practical steps to find and connect with other writers to create community 

This episode is a fantastic listen for indie authors and creatives looking for honest insights about career pivots, building a supportive writing community, and rethinking productivity.

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Book of Birth
Mystery Birthday Club

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