My Top 3 Must-Have Products as an Indie Author

As an author, finding the right tools can make your writing and marketing journey so much smoother. So here are three of my favorite tools that can really make a difference.

1. Scrivener: Your Writing Companion

Scrivener is like that trusty notebook you can’t live without—except it’s so much more.

• Organize Your Ideas: Scrivener lets you easily break your work into chapters or scenes, so you can move sections around without losing track of anything.

• Distraction-Free Writing: Need to focus? Scrivener’s full-screen mode helps you zone in on your writing without any distractions.

• Easy Exporting: Whether you’re formatting for an eBook, print, or just a Word doc, Scrivener makes it super easy to compile your manuscript in the format you need.

  
  

2. Publisher Rocket: Your Marketing Secret Weapon

Publisher Rocket is like having a marketing guru by your side, guiding you through the complex world of book sales.

• Keyword Research Made Easy: Discover the best keywords to help your book get found by readers on Amazon.

• Find Your Niche: Publisher Rocket helps you identify profitable categories to list your book, giving you a better shot at having your book noticed.

• Data-Driven Decisions: Get insights into what your competition is doing right (and wrong) so you can make informed decisions about your book’s pricing, ads, and more.

  
  

3. Tailwind: Your Social Media Sidekick

Tailwind takes the hassle out of managing my social media, especially if you’re trying to cross-post on Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook. You can pry this app from my cold dead fingers!

• Smart Scheduling: Tailwind’s SmartSchedule feature figures out the best times to post, so your content reaches more people when they’re most active.

• Visual Planning: Easily plan and preview your Instagram feed to make sure it looks cohesive and appealing.

• Analytics at Your Fingertips: Track which posts are getting the most engagement and adjust your strategy to keep your audience growing.

  
  

These three products have made a huge difference for me. I think I'd go insane without them. Hopefully, if you try them, they'll make your life a little easier.

Until next time.

Have fun, be safe, look good! 💛