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What I Wish I Knew as a Debut Author, with Rachel O'Rourke

What I Wish I Knew as a Debut Author, with Rachel O'Rourke

Update: 2025-09-14
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In this episode, Kate and Laura chat with Rachel O'Rourke, a self-published author who has released four books and is in the midst of writing her first trilogy. The discussion centres on certain aspects of self-publishing that Rachel and Kate wished they had known when they were publishing their first book. From when to book in service providers, setting your expectations, dealing with KDP and Ingram, and building a community, this episode has it all. 

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What I Wish I Knew as a Debut Author, with Rachel O'Rourke

What I Wish I Knew as a Debut Author, with Rachel O'Rourke

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