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EPISODE · Jan 31, 2026 · 40 MIN

Why Talented Authors Stay Invisible (And the System That Makes Them In-Demand) with Kae Wagner

from A Year of Writing · host Natalie Forslind

Most authors don’t have a writing problem—they have a visibility problem.In this episode, I’m joined by Kae Wagner, founder of The Bold Authors Network and Book Agency, who helps authors and thought leaders stop blending into the background and start building real authority around their books.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by marketing, unsure how to promote without burning out, or frustrated that great books still aren’t selling, this conversation will change how you think about visibility.In this episode, you’ll learn:How bold authors can build visibility without burnout.Why great books often fail to get found, and how to escape the visibility trap.Why your book isn’t the product–you are, and how building your reputation leads to long-term sales.This is a must-watch for authors who want sustainable visibility, stronger reader connections, and a career that lasts longer than a launch week.📌 About Kae WagnerKae Wagner is the founder of The Bold Authors Network and Book Agency, where she helps authors and thought leaders grow visibility, connect with readers, and turn their expertise into lasting authority and brands. Read more here: www.BoldAuthorsNetwork.com______FOLLOW ME ON SUBSTACK: https://diaryofanauthor.substack.comMY BOOKS:📓 Library of Eternity https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/245897025-library-of-eternity📘 The 66-Day Writing Challenge: Build a Sustainable Writing Habit with Daily Prompts https://a.co/d/8rAAeng📙 Flykten https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/138323690-flykten 🎧 Flykten - ljudbok https://www.storytel.com/se/books/flykten-2255091📔 Essäer om skrivande och vardagsflykt https://amzn.eu/d/0eUeZSLTMy name is Natalie Forslind, I am a writing coach, author, and Growth Markter who teaches writers how to become more productive and market themselves online.

Most authors don’t have a writing problem—they have a visibility problem.In this episode, I’m joined by Kae Wagner, founder of The Bold Authors Network and Book Agency, who helps authors and thought leaders stop blending into the background and start building real authority around their books.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by marketing, unsure how to promote without burning out, or frustrated that great books still aren’t selling, this conversation will change how you think about visibility.In this episode, you’ll learn:How bold authors can build visibility without burnout.Why great books often fail to get found, and how to escape the visibility trap.Why your book isn’t the product–you are, and how building your reputation leads to long-term sales.This is a must-watch for authors who want sustainable visibility, stronger reader connections, and a career that lasts longer than a launch week.📌 About Kae WagnerKae Wagner is the founder of The Bold Authors Network and Book Agency, where she helps authors and thought leaders grow visibility, connect with readers, and turn their expertise into lasting authority and brands. Read more here: www.BoldAuthorsNetwork.com______FOLLOW ME ON SUBSTACK: https://diaryofanauthor.substack.comMY BOOKS:📓 Library of Eternity https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/245897025-library-of-eternity📘 The 66-Day Writing Challenge: Build a Sustainable Writing Habit with Daily Prompts https://a.co/d/8rAAeng📙 Flykten https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/138323690-flykten 🎧 Flykten - ljudbok https://www.storytel.com/se/books/flykten-2255091📔 Essäer om skrivande och vardagsflykt https://amzn.eu/d/0eUeZSLTMy name is Natalie Forslind, I am a writing coach, author, and Growth Markter who teaches writers how to become more productive and market themselves online.

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