Hey everyone, I wanted to share something important with you all. After a lot of thought, I’ve decided to convert this group into a paid community. I know this might come as a surprise, so let me explain my reasoning and reassure you about what this means for you. First and foremost, if you’re already a member here, you will still have access to the group for free. This decision will not affect your ability to continue engaging with this space. So why the change? Recently, I’ve noticed an increasing amount of spam and self-promotion creeping into our community. These spammers and scammers never contribute anything meaningful—they just try to take advantage of the amazing group we’ve built here. This space is meant to be a safe, supportive environment where we can share insights, learn from one another, and grow together. But it’s become harder to feel comfortable sharing deeper, more valuable insights when I’m constantly worrying about bad actors siphoning members and cluttering the space with spam. By making this community a paid space for new members, we can significantly cut down on these issues. Spammers and scammers almost never pay for access, so this move ensures we keep our group safe and focused on what really matters: supporting one another and growing together. This change will also allow me to pour even more energy and resources into the group—offering higher-quality content, deeper insights, and tools to help you succeed. I appreciate every single one of you who has been part of this journey so far. You’ve made this community what it is today, and this change is about protecting and preserving that. Thank you for your understanding and support as we take this next step. If you have any questions or thoughts, feel free to drop them in the comments or reach out to me directly. Here’s to an even stronger and more meaningful community ahead! 💪 — Krista Brea

I’ve just taken a bold step in my author journey, and I couldn’t be more thrilled! After focusing solely on publishing my books on Amazon, I decided to branch out and explore new horizons by sharing my work on TikTok. 🎉 In less than 24 hours, I sold 6 books! 📚✨ It’s amazing to see how stepping out of my comfort zone can lead to unexpected opportunities and connections. This experience has been a fantastic reminder that growth comes from trying new things and embracing change. I know it’s just the beginning, and there’s so much to learn about this platform, but I’m ready for the challenge! Here’s to taking risks, growing as an author, and discovering new ways to share my passion for storytelling. 🚀 Thank you to everyone who has supported me on this journey! I can’t wait to see where this adventure takes me next. Let’s keep pushing boundaries and inspiring each other!

🌟 Exciting Milestone Alert! 🌟 I’m thrilled to share that as an independent author, I reached a new personal best in December 2024 with **700 audiobook downloads in a single month**! 🎉 This achievement is not just a number; it represents the hard work, dedication, and passion I pour into my craft every day. But I refuse to stop here! The journey continues, and my goal for 2025 is ambitious: to reach **1000 audiobook downloads monthly by the end of the year**. 🚀 To all my fellow authors and creatives out there, remember: every step forward is a step towards your dreams. Keep climbing, keep pushing, and don’t shy away from setting big goals for yourself! Have you considered turning your book into an audiobook? It could open up new avenues for reaching readers and listeners. Let's inspire each other to reach new heights! 💪✨

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It's unfortunate that TikTok went down today in the US. I was really looking forward to using the platform to promote my books this year, especially since I just got approved as a seller! 📚✨ While it's disappointing, I'm staying hopeful that TikTok will bounce back stronger than ever. I believe that with a little patience, I can still find great opportunities to connect with readers and accelerate my book sales once it’s back up and running. Share in the comments if you used TikTok to promote your books!