Instead of actually getting any writing done, I’m channeling my energy into building an author website. Because obviously, that’s the priority. Totally. 😅 🌶️📚 - ThreadSky

alexesinclair.bsky.social • 39 days ago

Instead of actually getting any writing done, I’m channeling my energy into building an author website. Because obviously, that’s the priority. Totally. 😅
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alixgodwin.bsky.social•38 days ago

I respect that so much haha, there’s something to be said for having an online space that’s all your own, and you have total control over. Social media can change in an instant but your website is 100% yours!

alexesinclair.bsky.social•38 days ago

Couldn’t agree more! Social media is volatile and, honestly, limiting for what I want on my site. Ideally, I’d like it to be a roadmap to my work—but getting it there will definitely take some time.

stephanidelrey.com•38 days ago

To be fair, anything that involves not putting all your eggs in one Big Tech basket pretty much is a priority right now.

alexesinclair.bsky.social•38 days ago

That’s a fair point, and one I’ve thought about a lot. Right now, my work is “trapped” in Amazon since it’s in KU, but I have considered expanding to other platforms. I just don’t want to make my books paid-only, given how things are economically right now.

alexesinclair.bsky.social•38 days ago

For now, my website is less about selling books elsewhere and more about creating a space for deeper world and character insights. I want it to be a place where readers can explore more about Redwood Springs and its inhabitants beyond what’s on the page.

stephanidelrey.com•38 days ago

Exactly! I was thinking about this last night. I’d rather take my books wide, but then lots of people wouldn’t be able to read them, and it’s like a slap in the face for them while not hurting Amazon in the slightest.

alexesinclair.bsky.social•38 days ago

Exactly! Leaving KU wouldn’t hurt Amazon—just me and the readers. Even if I could sustain sales, do I really want to make everyone buy my books instead of reading them through a membership? With how tough things are financially, I’d rather not. Hopefully, a better alternative comes along.

stephanidelrey.com•38 days ago

And a slap in the face for myself considering how much money I’d lose 😂

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