Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Answering questions on the challenges and joys of full-time life, imposter-syndrome, how to prioritize writing, DIY covers, beta feedback, and more! If you have more questions, please let me know and maybe I will do another one of these!

--- Videos Mentioned ---

How I get so much done (writer, mom, full-time job, and more) || realistic writing and revision vlog
youtube.com/watch?v=-75v--kYSeI

My Favorite Writing and Worldbuilding Books, Courses, and Channels
youtube.com/watch?v=Ca4KKFe_xvA

why I'm abandoning trad for indie || Trad vs Self Pub (part 2)
youtube.com/watch?v=KKnmK4hPCX0

Beta Readers Needed! Want to beta read my Regency romance? • Meredith E. Phillips
youtube.com/watch?v=-hj2B0oWWP0&t=130s

Looking for BETA READERS for my Regency romance • Meredith E. Phillips
youtube.com/watch?v=H0rxlkm7OoE

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00:01:22 Enjoyed most and challenges
00:05:33 Tips to move to full-time writing and editing
00:08:49 Prioritizing writing time
00:20:29 Helpful resources and preparing for full-time
00:33:33 Why self-publishing
00:36:04 Navigating LLCs and business
00:41:18 Ever go hybrid
00:45:15 Hire or DIY cover
00:49:17 Imposter syndrome
01:00:49 Handling similar books
01:03:19 Fast beta feedback


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