How can you move past your limiting beliefs to find success as an author? How can you successfully self-publish in Germany? Andrea Wilk shares her thoughts in this episode.







In the intro, how to cope with writer conferences [Ink in Your Veins]; Author Nation schedule; Conde Nast signs a licensing deal with OpenAI [Hollywood Reporter]; Breaking down AI misconceptions [Brave New Bookshelf]; Blood Vintage Kickstarter.













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This show is also supported by my Patrons. Join my Community at Patreon.com/thecreativepenn 













Andrea Wilk (AD Wilk) is the German author of more than 30 books across romance, thriller, and non-fiction. She's also the author of the book in English, 15 Keys to Set your Creative Mind for Success and Happiness.







You can listen above or on your favorite podcast app or read the notes and links below. Here are the highlights and the full transcript is below. 







Show Notes









* Germany's book culture







* Why write a book in English?







* How to take control of your author career







* The impact limiting beliefs can have on your writing career — and how to shift them







* Obstacles faced as an indie author







* Common money blocks with authors and creatives







* Tips for generating multiple streams of income and for selling direct via your own Shopify store







* Using AI models as part of a translation process









You can find Andrea at AndreaWilk.com.







Transcript of Interview with AD Wilk







Joanna: Andrea Wilk is the German author of more than 30 books across romance, thriller, and non-fiction. She's also the author of the book in English, 15 Keys to Set your Creative Mind for Success and Happiness. So welcome to the show, Andrea.







Andrea: Thank you so much for letting me be here. I'm so excited.







Joanna: I'm excited too. Obviously, we've been connected for years now, and you've shown us things on the Patreon, but for anyone else listening—