Fully Booked By Represent Publishing
Meet two best friends who spend their days (and way too many late nights) living and breathing self-publishing. One’s an editor and book coach who loves a strong story arc, and the other’s a book cover designer obsessed with typography and color palettes. Together, they pull back the curtain on what it’s really like to create books for a living. Each episode, they dive into the messy, hilarious, and rewarding world of indie publishing—from launch-day highs to formatting fails, client chaos, and the behind-the-scenes realities of running a creative business. You’ll also get straight-talk advice for author...
Revising vs. Editing (and How to Actually Revise)
Authors often use editing and revising interchangeably, but they're actually two different parts of the writing process. So, what's the difference, and how do you know what you should be doing when it's time to work on your manuscript?
This week, Chelsea and Brittany are breaking down the editing and revision process, why it can be so easy to get stuck, and how to make tackling that never-ending list of feedback a little less overwhelming. We're chatting about where to start, what to prioritize, common revision mistakes, and why you should probably stop polishing sentences in scenes...
Traditional Publishing vs. Self-Publishing: Which Path Is Right for You?
To query or not to query? That is the question. In this episode, we’re breaking down the pros and cons of traditional publishing vs. self-publishing, how the industry has changed, and chatting about why you don’t have to choose one path forever. Plus, Brittany shares how 10 years of pursuing traditional publishing led her to take a different route to getting her books out into the world.
What Type of Writer Are You? (And What To Do About It)
Are you an overwriter who somehow turned a simple scene into a 10-page description of the curtains? Or an underwriter who somehow finished a 40k-word manuscript with half the story missing?
In this episode of Fully Booked, we’re talking about the different types of writers, from overwriters and underwriters to plotters, pantsers, plantsers, perfectionists, and everything in between. We’ll break down the common habits and struggles of each type, how they can affect the editing process, and what kind of publishing support might actually be helpful depending on how you write.
Because chances are...
So... How Do You Actually Market a Book?
Marketing your book can feel like a whole second job. 😅 In this episode, we’re talking about how to make book marketing feel a little less overwhelming, from actually marketing to readers instead of other authors, to using trends without losing your book’s personality. We’re also getting into character art, becoming a professional scroller, and why you absolutely do NOT need to post 37 times a day to sell your book.
Lost the Plot on Why You Started Writing? Try This Journaling Exercise
Have you ever gotten so caught up in writing, publishing, and promoting that you’ve lost sight of why you started in the first place?
In this episode of Fully Booked, Chelsea and Brittany talk about reconnecting with your bigger picture as an author. Chelsea shares a journaling exercise that looks at your future self, probable self, and feared self to help you figure out where you want your writing career to go, what’s realistically possible, and what might be holding you back.
If you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or questioning whether all the hu...
Writing Around Life: How to Find Time to Write
Have you been telling yourself you'll write your book once life slows down?
In this episode of Fully Booked, we're talking about one of the biggest myths in writing: that successful authors have endless free time. The truth is that most books are written in the middle of busy, ordinary lives.
Whether you're working full-time, raising a family, studying, or juggling a packed schedule, we're sharing practical strategies to help you find time to write without burning yourself out. From uncovering hidden pockets of time and building sustainable writing habits to overcoming perfectionism, protecting your...
Publishing Your Book, Step by Step
From developmental edits to cover design, formatting, and launch day, we're walking through the entire publishing process. Brittany also shares the timeline for her own novel, putting every stage into a real-life context.
The AI Scam Epidemic in Publishing (And How to Protect Yourself)
AI is making it easier than ever for scammers to pass themselves off as editors, cover designers, and artists, and it's becoming a real problem for authors.
In this episode of Fully Booked, we're sharing the biggest red flags to watch for, common signs that artwork was created with AI, how to properly vet artists and editors before hiring them, and the questions every author should ask before signing a contract. If you want your book to be created by real people from cover to final edit, this episode will help you hire with confidence.
The Post-Publication Crash (And the Second Book Terror)
What happens after the launch hype fades?
In this episode of Fully Booked by Represent Publishing, editor and book coach Chelsea and cover designer Brittany Evans talk about the post-publication crash, second book syndrome, and the pressure that comes after releasing a book, whether it succeeded or didn’t go the way you hoped.
We dive into creative grief, imposter syndrome, reader expectations, series pressure, and why writing Book Two can feel even scarier than writing the first. Plus, we answer a listener question from fantasy romance author Maren about feeling completely frozen after a su...
Are You Burnt Out… or Just Avoiding Writing?
Is it creative burnout or is writing just hard right now?
In this episode of Fully Booked, Chelsea and Brittany have an honest, unfiltered conversation about burnout in self publishing, the pressure to keep producing, and how social media and expectations can quietly drain your creativity.
They dig into the gray area most authors struggle with figuring out when you actually need rest and when you might just be in a difficult season of growth. Along the way, they share personal experiences and a few signs of burnout to watch for.
If you’re...
Your Book Will Be Rejected. Here’s What That Means.
Your book will be rejected. That is not failure. It is part of the process.
In this episode, we’re talking about what rejection actually looks like in publishing. From agent rejections and tough edits to one-star reviews and internal spirals, every author faces it at every stage.
We break down the four types of rejection, how to tell the difference between useful feedback and noise, and how to respond without letting it derail you. We also share practical tools like the 3-question filter and the 24-hour rule to help you handle critique with a cl...
Your Publishing Era: What Support You Need in Every Phase
Every stage of the publishing journey requires a different kind of support, and knowing what you actually need can make the entire process feel a lot less overwhelming.
In this episode of Fully Booked by Represent Publishing, we walk through the different “publishing eras” authors experience, from having a book idea but no words written yet, to finishing your first draft, preparing for your debut launch, building a new series, or navigating a team change mid-series.
We break down the next steps at each stage, the biggest challenges authors face, and how services like book coac...
We Didn’t Plan This: The Story Behind Represent Publishing
Neither of us set out to start a publishing company… and yet here we are! In this episode of Fully Booked, Chelsea and Brittany share how a chance connection on Twitter and a shared passion for books turned into Represent Publishing—a self-publishing company built on friendship, creativity, and doing things differently.
From our first meeting to our very first client projects, we talk about the early risks, the doubts we face every day, and the values that guide how we work with authors. We also give you a peek behind the scenes at what makes our proc...
Red Flags, Green Flags & Gut Checks: Hiring Your Book Team
Hiring your book team shouldn’t feel like a gamble. In this episode, we’re breaking down the red flags, green flags, and gut checks every author needs when hiring editors, designers, and publishing pros.
Chelsea and Brittany share real behind-the-scenes stories, common hiring mistakes, and what professional collaboration actually looks like. We’ll cover warning signs authors ignore, questions you should ask before signing a contract, and why walking away from the wrong fit is sometimes the smartest publishing decision you can make.
Trust your gut. Protect your book. Build a team that works with y...
The Most Common Mistakes Authors Make
Rushing your release? Overpaying for services? Ignoring expert advice? In this episode, we break down the most common self-publishing mistakes we see authors make and how to avoid them before they cost you time, money, or momentum.
Self-Publishing Regrets: The Stuff We Wish Someone Told Us
If we could start our self-publishing journeys over… we’d do a lot differently.
In this episode of Fully Booked by Represent Publishing, Brittany and Chelsea get uncomfortably honest about their biggest self-publishing regrets, the mistakes we made, the lessons we learned the hard way, and the things we wish someone had warned us about from day one.
From disastrous first book covers and imposter-syndrome-fueled editing decisions to misunderstanding what authors actually need from professionals, we’re sharing the behind-the-scenes missteps that shaped how we work today. Not to shame our past selves—but to save you...
Debunking the Biggest Myths About Self-Publishing
Is self-publishing really the “easy route”? Do covers actually matter? And will TikTok magically sell your book?
In this episode of Fully Booked by Represent Publishing, we’re breaking down the biggest myths surrounding self-publishing and rating just how damaging they can be.
