Indie Author Training, the education arm of Athenia Creative Services’ publishing ecosystem, has completed a full platform relaunch, unifying the learning experience with sister community Wide For The Win. The redesigned platform at IndieAuthorTraining.com now hosts 105 instructors and features a refreshed interface, integrated community spaces, and improved course delivery tools. The migration brings Indie […]
Indie Author Magazine, the leading publication for independent authors, announced a major format shift for 2026 that includes doubled contributor compensation, a move to weekly digital publishing, and the addition of video interviews with publishing industry leaders. The magazine launched the new format in January 2026 with longer editorial pieces and sit-down video interviews featuring […]
Athenia Creative Services Managing Partner Chelle Honiker recently joined Christopher Locke, Director of Membership & Member Services at the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA), as a guest on the Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA) podcast. The episode, titled “Unlocking AI: Expert Tips Every Independent Publisher Needs Now,” dives into the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial […]
Wide for the Win, the indie author community that has grown to serve more than 19,800 authors worldwide through its virtually hosted groups, educational resources, and online courses, is broadening its reach under new leadership. After the group’s founder, Erin Wright, announced she was stepping down from her leadership role to focus on her graduate […]
A LinkedIn discussion highlighted the growing focus on accessibility in digital publishing, mentioning both Indie Author Magazine and the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi). The conversation underscored the industry-wide shift toward making published works more accessible to all readers, a trend expected to accelerate in 2026. This recognition reflects Indie Author Magazine’s ongoing commitment to […]
Written Word Media published its annual author trends forecast for 2026, featuring insights from 18 publishing leaders including Chelle Honiker, publisher of Indie Author Magazine. In the article, Chelle highlighted how advancements in technology continue to reshape the indie author landscape, making it more accessible than ever for writers to manage and grow their publishing […]
Indie Author Magazine announced its expanded community reach through stewardship of the Wide for the Win initiative. This move strengthens the connection between indie authors who publish across multiple platforms, reinforcing IAM’s commitment to serving the broadest possible indie author community. The Wide for the Win community has been a cornerstone of the “publish wide” […]
In this Author Automations newsletter, Chelle Honiker breaks down how to go from scrambling for content ideas to having an entire month planned and ready to execute. This practical guide covers content planning frameworks, automation workflows, and strategies for maintaining a consistent publishing schedule. Read the full article on Author Automations: https://authorautomations.com/p/from-i-need-content-to-heres-your
Indie Author Magazine unveiled its 2026 roadmap, sharing exciting plans for the future of the publication. This article details new initiatives, expanded coverage areas, and innovative features designed to better serve the indie author community. As our network continues to grow, these changes reflect our commitment to staying at the forefront of indie publishing resources […]
In this Author Automations newsletter, Chelle Honiker shares the latest tools and upgrades in the automation toolkit for indie authors. From workflow improvements to new integrations, this article covers practical ways to save time and focus more on writing. Read the full article on Author Automations: https://authorautomations.com/p/your-automation-arsenal-just-got
Chelle Honiker, co-founder and publisher of Indie Author Magazine, joined the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) for their Inside Independent Publishing series to share her expertise on the indie publishing landscape. IBPA is one of the leading trade organizations for independent publishers, and this appearance underscores the growing recognition of Indie Author Magazine as a […]
Indie Author Magazine was proud to serve as an official sponsor of Author Nation 2025. As one of the premier events for self-published authors, Author Nation brings together thousands of indie authors for education, networking, and community building. Our sponsorship reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting the indie author community and the organizations that serve […]
What’s Next for Publishing in 2025? Industry Leaders Weigh In The publishing world is evolving faster than ever, and as we hit the halfway mark of the decade, industry experts are looking ahead to what’s next. In this must-read article from BookBub Insights, 18 publishing leaders share their bold predictions for 2025 and beyond—covering everything […]
When it comes to Indie Author Magazine, we’re not exactly doing things the way you’d expect. You know those websites that boast about how many page views they get or how many people share their articles? Yeah, that’s not really us. We prefer a more direct approach. In fact, our website is just one small […]
Do you know how we started? Once upon a time, the world shut down. Our publisher, Chelle Honiker, was “stranded” in Northern Ireland in a cottage by the sea. (Please wait while I find my tiny violin.) But in fairness, forced solitude can be a strain even in a gilded cage. Chelle reached out to […]
