Inside Black Château: Desireé Duffy’s Blueprint for Lasting Author Visibility

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Author Nation: State of the Nation

Joe Solari

64 episodes

3 days ago

Welcome to the Author Nation podcast, your go-to source for all things indie publishing and self-publishing! Join us as we explore the evolution of the industry, discuss the challenges and opportunities faced by indie authors, and dive into the importance of community, branding, and personal relationships. From tips and tricks for building a successful long-term career to insights on professional standards in publishing, we've got you covered. Get ready to be inspired, informed, and empowered on your journey as an indie author. Subscribe now and be part of the Author Nation community!

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Inside Black Château: Desireé Duffy’s Blueprint for Lasting Author Visibility

Author Nation: State of the Nation

30 minutes 55 seconds

4 weeks ago

Inside Black Château: Desireé Duffy’s Blueprint for Lasting Author Visibility

What does it take to build lasting visibility as an author in a constantly changing world?
In this episode, Joe Solari talks with Desireé Duffy — founder of Black Château, Books That Make You, and The BookFest — about how to think strategically, stay agile, and integrate your marketing to reach readers in meaningful ways.
Desireé shares how she built a multi-channel ecosystem connecting authors and readers through PR, events, and media—and why chasing trends like TikTok isn’t nearly as powerful as understanding your unique creative path.

Listen in to learn how to future-proof your marketing, build long-term visibility, and connect authentically in today’s crowded publishing landscape.
Episode Resources:
🏰 Learn more about Black Château here: blackchateauenterprises.com
📚 Visit Books That Make You here: booksthatmakeyou.com
🏆 Check out The BookFest here: thebookfest.com
🌐 Connect with like-minded authors and access free resources in our online community here: community.authornation.live
💬 Dive into real-time discussions and connect with authors across the globe in our Discord group here: https://discord.gg/KqFFwb6ATv
🎟️ Don’t miss out on Author Nation 2025! Secure your spot here: authornation.live