Keywords   independent authors, poetry, book reviews, self-publishing, literature, indie books, reading recommendations, book community, author interviews, literary discussion Summary   In this episode, Stacey Wright discusses her recent recovery from surgery and her passion for promoting independent authors. She shares her thoughts on poetry, highlights several new book releases, and delves into the challenges faced by indie authors in the publishing industry. Stacey reviews various independent works, providing insights into their themes and writing styles, and encourages listeners to support indie authors by promoting their books online. Takeaways   Stacey emphasizes the importance of unique voices in poetry. She shares her personal connection to the themes in the poetry she reads. Independent authors often struggle with marketing and visibility. Stacey uses her platform to promote indie authors and their works. She highlights the challenges of self-publishing and the need for support. Stacey reviews several indie books, providing constructive feedback. She appreciates the creativity and effort behind independent works. Stacey encourages readers to seek out and support indie authors. She discusses the emotional impact of the books she reviews. Stacey calls for community support in promoting indie literature. Titles   The Power of Independent Voices Navigating the Indie Publishing Landscape Chapters   00:00 Introduction and Personal Update 02:51 Exploring Independent Authors and Poetry 05:09 Book Recommendations and New Releases 07:21 The Challenges of Independent Publishing 10:12 Reviewing Independent Authors' Works 16:23 In-Depth Book Reviews: The Fruit Tree and The Lady and the Unicorn 21:53 Surprising Discoveries: Calessandra Fractured and Not Her Not Yet 35:19 Conclusion and Call to Action Check out today episode. Fable - Book clubs https://fable.co/club/read-like-rory-... - READ LIKE RORY https://fable.co/club/the-indie-files... THE INDIE FILES BOTM code https://www.mybotm.com/b8i95nju454 $4 for your first book USA $19.99 Canada Get in on the discussion.  you can find me at email me litdulterous@gmail.com   Tiktok - @litdulterous   Instagram - @thetopplingtbr_hanna @thetopplingtbr_stacey @litdulterouswhore   Facebook - @thetopplingtbr @litdulterous   Bookaloriandesigns.etsy.com and bookaloriandesigns.com for book merch   thelionessofliteracy.com for book reviews #booktok #booktube #indieauthors #indiepublishing #indiebooks #bookreviews #booktok #booktube #fantasyreader #conspiracytheorywithstacey #bookalorian #litdulterous #reader #bookish #bookpodcast #bookishpodcast #thetopplingtbr