Unlock the Secrets of Author Branding with Todd Fahnestock: The Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast Featuring Dale L. Roberts

November 13, 2024

Award-winning indie author Todd Fahnestock reveals the secrets to building a successful personal brand and connecting with readers in this insightful interview. From mastering in-person sales to harnessing the power of storytelling, Todd shares key strategies for branding and promoting your books. Curious how email marketing and newsletters can boost your reader loyalty? Todd breaks down his best practices while emphasizing the importance of authenticity and learning from failure. Discover what it takes to craft a compelling author journey in today's competitive landscape.

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About the Host

Dale L. Roberts is a self-publishing advocate, award-winning author, and video content creator. Dale’s inherent passion for life fuels his self-publishing advocacy both in print and online. After publishing over 50 titles and becoming an international bestselling author on Amazon, Dale started his YouTube channel, Self-Publishing with Dale. Selected by Feedspot and LA Weekly as one of the best sources in self-publishing of 2022, Dale cemented his position as the indie-author community's go-to authority. You can find Dale on his website or YouTube.

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