Book Chat W/Author Vivian E. Moore

“WHY DOES IT HAVE TO BE SO COMPLICATED?”

Language is meant to be a bridge, not a barrier. When authors pack their writing with jargon, overly academic terms, or long-winded phrases, they risk shutting people out. Readers may feel excluded or overwhelmed—and once that happens, the message is lost.

"AT YOUR SERVICE"

The PROS & CONS of Agents 

“NEED I SAY MORE?” Stand-Alone vs. Book Series: (The Secret Power of a Singular Story)

The Beauty of a Stand-Alone, The Hidden Superpower of Expandability, Or the Best of Both Worlds.

"I'VE NEVER LIKED YOU!" Why Some Characters Are Unlikable (But Don't Ruin the Story)

The Purpose of Unlikable Characters: How they make the world feel real by adding depth, conflict, and purpose.  

"STEP RIGHT UP!" Why Authors Need Platforms

Author Platforms promote Visibility, Presence, and Influence.

“Giving Them Something to Talk About”

  Why Book Reviews Are Essential for Authors:
Social Proof in Action
Amplified Visibility
Word of Mouth, Digitized
Valuable Feedback for Authors
 
 

"PUT SOME RESPECT ON MY NAME"

 The Importance of Copyright Registration, Library of Congress. 
As an indie author, you might wear many hats — writer, editor, marketer, designer. But don’t skip the most important hat of all: copyright owner. Registering your work isn’t just about defending your rights — it’s about claiming your place in the literary world.

“CONFLICT & CONFUSION” How the Right Balance Elevates a Story

Conflict creates tension. Confusion creates intrigue. When woven together with care, they elevate your story.

" IF I CAN SEE IT, I CAN BELIEVE IT " Manifesting Author Success

Success as an author isn’t just about writing a good book—it’s about believing in the greatness of what you’ve created. 

“Covered in Your DNA” The Importance of Author Discoverability

As authors, we pour our souls into our work—every chapter, every sentence, every heartbeat that drives a story forward is covered in our DNA. But passion alone isn’t enough. In today’s oversaturated market, where thousands of books are published every single day, writing a great book is only half the battle. The other half? Making sure people can actually find it.