Episode 39: Allison Speka, Romance Author

The Good Story Podcast

Romance author Allison Speka joins the pod to discuss her journey into writing and self-publishing. She talks about her love for the romance genre, and shares her experience with self-publishing, including tips on cover design, book marketing, and the value of learning from other indie authors.

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Website: https://www.allisonspeka.com/
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