Russell Nohelty

Russell Nohelty, a writer and publishing expert, dives into the intricacies of building a successful Substack. He shares his journey from a sole trader to team leader and the emotional struggles that accompany that shift. The conversation highlights the importance of authentic audience engagement and explores new strategies for retaining subscribers amidst community changes. Russell also discusses leveraging AI in writing without losing emotional authenticity, providing insight into the evolving landscape of content creation.

Join USA Today bestselling author Russell Nohelty, founder of Author Stack, as he shares his transformative journey from AI skeptic to advocate in storytelling. He reveals how AI tools have become essential co-creators in his writing process, enabling innovative narratives and organizing nonfiction concepts. Dive into the changing landscape of authorship and the balance of maintaining creative control with technological assistance. Russell emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfection in storytelling and the irreplaceable human element in crafting meaningful experiences for readers.

Russell Nohelty, bestselling author and expert in selling books direct, talks about shifting mindset from catalog sales to selling direct. He highlights the benefits of building a direct relationship with customers, creative print possibilities, and long-term marketing. The podcast also discusses evergreen tips for indie authors and the importance of learning and adapting in the publishing industry.