Got One Book? Start Here with Emilia Rose of Ream Stories
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You've published your first book. Congratulations! Now what?
For indie authors trying to find readers, earn consistent income, and figure out what comes after publishing that first book, the possibilities can feel overwhelming.
In Episode 95 of The Author Next Door, Angela Haas and Cassie Newell welcome Emilia Rose, USA Today bestselling romance author and CEO and co-founder of Ream, a publishing platform designed to help authors connect with readers through subscriptions, direct book sales, and serialized fiction.
Emilia shares how she went from writing stories on Wattpad to building a full-time author careerโand why losing control of her content on other platforms inspired her to help create Ream.
But this conversation isn't just about another publishing platform. It's about treating your writing like a business, recognizing the value of your work, and finding new ways to build an audience without depending entirely on retailers or social media algorithms.
In this episode, they discuss:
How Ream works for indie authors, including those with only one or two published books
Making money through subscriptions, serialization, and direct book sales
Why reader relationships and access to customer data matter
How to serialize a completed novel and build anticipation for future books
Setting subscription prices without undervaluing your writing
Using reader analytics to understand engagement and discoverability
Building sustainable writing routines while managing an author business
Why consistency and reader trust are essential
Plus, Emilia talks about her latest spicy romance projects, Angela considers a new approach to relaunching her science fiction series, and Cassie explores whether serialized fiction could work for her shorter romances.
Whether you've just published your first book or are looking for new ways to grow your author career, this episode is full of possibilities worth exploring.
Episode 95