Episode 279

Ember Scott, multi-genre author (also writing as MJ Caan), shares his journey from the medical field to full-time indie author and unpacks how he successfully transitioned across genres and managed his author IP.

  • Finding and trusting your author voice
  • How audience expectations shape the writing process
  • Why it’s okay not to master every platform and the importance of playing to your strengths
  • Selling a backlist to a traditional publisher 
  • How Ember transitioned to thrillers and how he found his subgenre
  • How and why Ember handed over his self-published titles for longevity and peace of mind

A great listen for indie authors looking to future-proof their career and learn how to adapt and thrive in an ever-changing industry.

Links:

MJCaan.com
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