At Home Author Podcast

"Should I write my children's book in rhyme?" It’s a question Vicky Weber hears at every conference, and the answer is rooted in science, not just preference. In this episode, Vicky pulls from industry data and cognitive studies to explain why rhyme can either be your book’s greatest strength or the reason it fails to connect with readers. You’ll discover the surprising reason why our brains proce...

One of the biggest myths in the publishing world is that an author’s income only comes from book sales. While royalties are great, the truth is that most full-time children's book authors build sustainable careers by "stacking" different income streams. If you want to move beyond the feast-or-famine cycle of a single book launch, you need to start treating your writing like a creative business. In...

We all want to believe there’s a shortcut to success, but sometimes the fastest way to grow is to stop making the mistakes that are holding you back. Looking back on her journey as both a writer and an agent, Vicky Weber is getting honest about the choices she made early on—so you don't have to. In this episode, Vicky unpacks the critical lessons she learned the hard way, from the dangers of "fear...

What actually separates a successful author from one who stays stuck? You might think it’s raw talent or luck, but after coaching hundreds of writers, Vicky Weber has seen that the real difference lies in learnable habits and a specific mindset. Talent matters, but it is rarely the deciding factor in building a sustainable career. In this episode of The At Home Author Podcast , Vicky breaks down t...

So many writers hold back from calling themselves "authors" until someone else validates them—an agent offer, a book deal, a published book in hand. But the truth is, the title doesn't come from external approval. It comes from you. In this episode of The At Home Author Podcast , Vicky Weber unpacks why labels matter, how mindset shapes your confidence, and why you don't need permission to call yo...

So many writers look around and feel like they're late—that everyone else is signing agents, publishing books, or moving faster. But what if the timeline you're on is exactly the right one? In this episode of The At Home Author Podcast , Vicky Weber explores what it means to release comparison and reimagine progress on your own terms. Drawing on her experiences as a teacher, author, and agent, she...

So your book didn't sell like you hoped. Maybe the launch flopped, the reviews never came, or the algorithm ghosted you. It hurts—but it doesn't mean you're done. In this episode, Vicky Weber gets real about what happens when a book doesn't meet expectations and why that moment doesn't define your future as an author. Drawing from personal experience and industry insight, she unpacks the differenc...

For a long time, I thought the key to selling books was simple: go viral. I threw myself into creating content I hoped would explode, thinking that more likes and views would automatically mean more readers and more success. But the reality? That mindset left me creatively drained, constantly comparing myself to others, and no closer to the sustainable author career I wanted. In this episode, I'm...

The query trenches are more saturated than ever, leaving authors wondering how to get noticed. In this episode of The At Home Author Podcast , Vicky Weber—author, coach, and now a literary agent—shares what she learned from landing an agent twice and what truly makes a query stand out today. You'll learn: Why the query landscape is so competitive right now Common reasons queries don't move forward...

Think you need to hire an illustrator before submitting your picture book? Or that you can't publish because you can't draw? Think again. In this episode, Vicky Weber—literary agent, bestselling picture book author, and founder of At Home Author—breaks down how illustrations really work in both traditional and self-publishing. Visit www.athomeauthor.com to learn more or join our coaching program .

I get asked this question a lot. In this episode, I'm sharing some pros and cons of self-publishing and traditional publishing to determine which route may be the best fit for you as an author. Visit www.athomeauthor.com to learn more or join our coaching program .

Bestselling author Vicky Weber answers the burning question: what did she do differently to go from struggling author to a 5-figure book launch? Visit www.athomeauthor.com to learn more or join our coaching program .

In this episode, bestselling author Vicky Weber shares what actually takes to get your book published. Hint: it's not writing experience or industry connections. Visit www.athomeauthor.com to learn more or join our coaching program .

In this episode, Vicky, Brittany, and Chelsea share the most common mistakes that aspiring authors make when pursuing traditional publishing. Visit www.athomeauthor.com to learn more. How to Find a Publisher: https://www.athomeauthor.com/post/how-to-find-a-publisher How to Illustrate a Children's Book When You're Not an Artist: https://www.athomeauthor.com/post/how-to-illustrate-a-childrens-book

In the second part of this two-part series, Brittany & Vicky will continue sharing their experiences to teach you about the most common mistakes that authors make when self-publishing. Visit www.athomeauthor.com to learn more. 2 Ways to Self Publish a Children's Book: https://www.athomeauthor.com/post/self-publish-a-childrens-book How to Illustrate a Children's Book When You're Not an Artist: http...

On this episode of the At Home Author Podcast, Brittany & Vicky discuss the most common mistakes authors make when self-publishing. They will share stories from their own experience to help you learn and get off on the right foot. Learn more at www.athomeauthor.com 2 Ways to Self Publish a Children's Book: https://www.athomeauthor.com/post/self-publish-a-childrens-book How to Illustrate a Children...

In the very first episode of the At Home Author Podcast, you'll meet Vicky & Brittany - two teacher turned bestselling, award-winning children's book authors on a mission to help you get published too! Connect with Vicky Weber: vickyweber.com Connect with Brittany Plumeri: brittanyplumeri.com