In this episode, we break down how Suzie Webster started Lust in the Lowcountry, what authors need to know when building their own community, and how you can supercharge your network and career as an indie author.

Here are Suzie's links:

Check out RomanceCon: http://www.suziewebster.com/romancecon

Join the Lust in the Lowcountry community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lustinthelowcountry

And don't forget...

EPISODE OUTLINE:

0:00 - 1:53 Introduction and Context

1:58 - 8:42 How Suzie Got Started as an Author and Running Conferences

8:43 - 11:15 How Suzie Markets her Steamy Romance Books

11:15 - 16:40 How Suzie Got Best-Selling Authors to attend her conference… and how you can build your Tribe

17:00 - 21:10 The Big Opportunity in Steamy Romance

21:10 - 23:30 How Suzie Makes Her Community a Safe Space for Authors and Readers

23:30 - 25:35 Being Authentic as an Author

25:35 - 29:30 How Suzie Balances her Priorities as an Indie Author

29:30 - 32:40 The Importance of Interacting with Readers

32:40 - 34:13 Building a Reader Community as an Introvert

34:13 - 39:00 Parasocial Relationships for Authors and Unique ways to Build Your Communities

39:00 - 42:00 How Suzie Envisions the Future of Her Indie Business

42:00 - 42:45 Suzie’s Big Takeaway: Meet Fans and Authors In-Person

42:45 - 43:45 Conclusion and Goodbye :)

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