If the words 'branding' and 'fonts' make your brain hurt, you're not alone! In this down-to-earth episode of Writing at the Red House, Kathi Lipp teams up with brand manager Tenneil Register to crack open the secrets of authentic author branding—without the overwhelm. Kathi and Tenneil share hilarious failures, real-life lessons, and practical advice on picking brand colors and fonts that reflect your unique God-given message, not just what's trendy or cute (we see you, Pepto-pink checkerboards). Whether you're just starting your writing journey or realizing it's time to refresh your look, you'll learn the two powerful questions every writer needs to ask before choosing brand colors, why it's okay if you wear the same shirt for every author photo (hello, chambray!), and what makes a font family work. No design degree required—just a willingness to lean into your story, your faith, and a bit of fun! Plus: discover how your branding can make writing life (and laundry!) a whole lot easier. Check out the episode for: - How to balance authenticity and longevity in your author brand - Tips for picking a color palette that feels like YOU - Font choices that actually serve your readers (and sanity) - The mindset shift every multi-tasking writer needs for branding confidence Tune in and take your next faithful (and practical) step towards a brand that lasts! Access this episode's complete show notes and resource links here.

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