For a long time, I thought the key to selling books was simple: go viral. I threw myself into creating content I hoped would explode, thinking that more likes and views would automatically mean more readers and more success. But the reality? That mindset left me creatively drained, constantly comparing myself to others, and no closer to the sustainable author career I wanted. In this episode, I’m sharing how chasing virality hurt my writing, my mental health, and my publishing goals—and what I’ve learned since. You don’t have to go viral to make an impact or sell books. You need intention, strategy, and a focus on long-term growth. If you’re tired of the social media rat race, this one’s for you.

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Querying can feel like shouting into the void—especially when you’re doing everything “right” and still getting rejections. In this episode, Vicky Weber shares what it’s really like to be in the query trenches, not just as a literary agent, but as someone who used to be in your shoes.

Vicky opens up about her own journey as a querying author, the rejections she faced, the lessons she learned, and the shifts that helped her persevere. You’ll walk away with actionable tips for making your query stand out, insights into what agents are looking for, and encouragement that even when it feels hopeless, success might be just around the corner. If you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or unsure what to do next—this one’s for you.

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Think you need to hire an illustrator before submitting your picture book? Or that you can’t publish because you can’t draw? Think again.

In this episode, Vicky Weber—literary agent, bestselling picture book author, and founder of At Home Author—breaks down how illustrations really work in both traditional and self-publishing.

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