The term “indie author” is short for independent author, someone who writes and publishes their works on their own apart from a traditional publishing house while retaining rights to all of their works. An indie author is the chief creative officer of their books and publishing business. An indie author holds all the power and all the receipts. Whew! I am an indie author. Alicia Kennedy, independent author, with her book, You Are GiftedI knew pursuing a traditional publishing house would be a