Hey everybody — Kelly here, indie author and indie publisher — and welcome back to another episode of The Author’s Mic.

And you know what that means — it’s Monday, and that means we have a guest.

I love when people share this platform with me. That’s what it’s all about: building a space where indie authors can come together, promote each other, and lift each other up. And today’s guest is joining us all the way from Sweden.

Please welcome Arvida Svenske — a poet, creative, and bold voice in the literary world.

A Global Voice in Poetry

Arvida has written several books in Swedish, but her latest work marks her English-language debut — and it’s a book of poetry that speaks to the soul.

During our conversation, she opened up about the personal stories behind her poems and the emotions she hopes readers will connect with. From themes of love and identity to cultural nuance and creative freedom, Arvida’s work is heartfelt and deeply intentional.

This is poetry that reflects not just a place, but a perspective.

Why This Episode Mattered

I say this all the time, but it’s worth repeating: we need more platforms where indie authors can be seen. Too often, brilliant voices get overlooked because they’re not coming from big publishing houses or massive followings.

But that’s not what Author’s Mic is about.

It’s about real writers, real journeys, and stories that deserve the spotlight — whether they’re being told in Salt Lake City or Stockholm.

Final Thoughts

Arvida reminded me that stories are global — and that poetry is a language all its own.

Whether you’re publishing in your first language or stepping into a new one, your voice matters. And platforms like this exist to make sure it gets heard.

📖 Arvida Svenske’s English-language poetry debut is available now — follow her journey and check out her work.

🎤 Want to be a guest on Author’s Mic? Authors, poets, and editors — reach out via my Linktree or website. We feature new voices every Monday.

📚 My books — Weight For It and You Sound White — are available now.

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Let’s keep creating. Let’s keep sharing. And let’s keep showing the world what indie can do.

— Kelly