In this episode of the Storystruck Podcast, Rachel and Neno talk to Haley Nantais to discuss the intricacies of ghostwriting and self-publishing.

They explore the importance of personal stories in writing, the self-publishing process, and debunk common myths surrounding self-publishing. The conversation also delves into effective marketing strategies for self-published authors, the significance of building an audience beyond social media, and the advantages of using platforms like Substack.

Additionally, they touch on the role of literary agents in traditional publishing and emphasize the need for quality in writing to succeed in the competitive publishing landscape.

Connect with Hailey: https://malachitemanuscripts.com/

Hailey's Substack: https://substack.com/@manuscripttomarketplace?utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page

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🎵 Music Credits:

Special thanks to Michah Silverstein for our beautiful music. If interested in hiring his musical talents, he can be contacted at [email protected]