The Author’s Mic™ is a conversation-driven platform hosted by Kelly Morgan, founder of Bright Headed Publishing, created to spotlight the stories, insight, and lived experience behind the work. This is where honest conversations happen about writing, publishing, creativity, and what it actually takes to build in the indie literary space.
If you have a perspective, journey, or message that could bring value to readers, writers, and the broader book ...
Who We Feature
Indie authors and self-published writers sharing their journey and the lessons behind their work.
Poets, editors, designers, and other professionals helping shape the indie publishing space.
Publishers, literary advocates, and creative entrepreneurs building platforms that support authors and storytelling.
Industry voices working in or around independent publishing who want to share insight with the community.
Storytellers with something meaningful to say — whether you’re seasoned or stepping up to the mic for the first time
How It Works
1. Submit the short guest form
Tell us a little about who you are, your work, and what you’d like to talk about.
2. We review your submission
We take a quick look at your form, and once you hit submit, you’ll be given the link to schedule your recording.
3. Schedule your recording
Choose a time that works for you and book your recording with Kelly. Episodes are short, relaxed conversations (about 15–20 minutes...
Episodes air weekly and are shared on YouTube, Spotify, Facebook, Instagram, and more.
Guest Testimonials
Thank you, Author's Mic, for providing such a welcoming platform for me to discuss my passion which is inspiring young girls to become confident leaders. I truly appreciated your way of allowing me as an author to explain both my background and my future goals with the services I provide. I have been on other podcasts before and you truly stand out in the way that you allow your guests to talk about what inspires them. Thanks again!
I had a wonderful experience on The Author's Mic podcast. Kelly made the conversation feel natural and comfortable, and she was genuinely interested in my story and the inspiration behind my journal. I truly enjoyed the interview and appreciate the opportunity to share my journey. Thank you Kelly
"Kelly Morgan is the delightfully personable host of The Author's Mic podcast. I have been a guest on Kelly's show twice, and thoroughly enjoyed our discussions. Kelly is a guiding light for indy authors. Through her own efforts, and by hosting multi-published writers on her podcast, Kelly has been, and continues to be, a great resource for novice and experienced writers." Jeff Rasley
I had a fantastic time on The Author's Mic! Kelly is a not only a fantastic host, but a fantastic author. She understands authors, meaning she knows how to put people at ease and give them time to express. I have been on many different types of shows, podcasts, and interviews, The Author's Mic tops all of those experiences. If you're looking for somewhere or someone to help give your work the exposure it needs, contact Kelly and go on the The Author's Mic!!
"It was an absolute delight being on The Author's Mic. Being able to talk about my writing journey and offer advice on what has and hasn't worked for me was the perfect way to give back to the writing community I love so much."
"I am deeply honored to have been a guest on Author’s Mic with the esteemed Kelly. Our engaging conversation spanned a broad spectrum of topics relevant to the journey of a new author. More than a traditional question-and-answer format, the podcast provided a meaningful forum for the exchange of insights, allowing us both to share our experiences, perspectives, and passion for the craft of writing."
I had the pleasure of being a guest on The Author’s Mic with Kelly, and it was such a meaningful experience. Kelly created a warm and welcoming space that allowed me to speak from the heart with genuine sincerity. Our conversation about podcasting as a powerful marketing tool flowed naturally, and her thoughtful questions made it easy to share valuable insights with her audience. Kelly has a gift for drawing out authentic stories and perspectives, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to have been part of her show.
It was great being on The Author's Mic with Kelly Morgan! We had such a meaningful conversation about the need for Black voices in the educational space and how "The Culturally Competent Educator" addresses a critical gap in K-12 education professional learning.
Kelly's genuine passion for amplifying diverse authors really shines through. She asked thoughtful questions that allowed me to share the heart of my work in educational equity. Her professionalism and the quality of her show make The Author's Mic a platform I'd highly recommend to any author with an important message to share.
Keep doing the amazing work you're doing, Kelly!
Dr. Almitra Berry
Host, Educational Equity Emancipation Podcast
Author, The Culturally Competent Educator
I had such a wonderful experience being a guest on Kelly Morgan’s podcast. She asked thoughtful questions about my writing process and the inspiration behind my book, and she created such a comfortable space for open conversation. What I love most about what Kelly is doing is how she uses her platform to shine a light on other authors, helping their stories reach new audiences and inspiring those who may be hesitant to start writing their own. It’s truly generous of her to dedicate her time and energy to encouraging creativity in others. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share my journey with her listeners and deeply appreciate the work she’s doing to uplift fellow writers.
It was a joy to be on Kelly’s podcast. She is easy to chat with and asked questions relevant to the topics I presented to her. Kelly seems to have the process down, from signing up , receiving timely reminders, and even to sending her request for testimonials. She came across as professional and experienced. I would love to be on her show again in the future!
The meeting was quick and concise. Thank you for having me on to discuss my book.
Kelly is so wonderful to work with! She keeps the vibe relaxed but engaging, and is ever so helpful with any and everything. She's all about helping authors, and I wholeheartedly recommend her services.
Kelly gave me the mic and allowed me to share my story on her platform without interruption and only asked questions to keep the story going. She was a gracious host, and I enjoyed every minute of our interaction.
Kelly made me feel very comfortable during our interview. She understood the sensitivity of the topic and did not push or make me feel uncomfortable. I even enjoyed our conversation after the interview.
Being a guest on The Author’s Mic™ was such a wonderful experience. The conversation felt thoughtful, supportive, and genuinely centered on honoring the creative journey behind the work. I loved how the space allowed for both storytelling and authenticity without pressure or pretense. Kelly made everything feel seamless and welcoming, and the platform truly amplifies indie voices in a meaningful way. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share my story and connect with a community that values words, creativity, and heart. Highly recommend this experience to any author or creative looking for a space that truly listens.
My conversation with Kelly was a real treat. Her questions were smart and fresh and gave me an opportunity to share stories about my book and my work and my approach to writing. Kelly is a natural interviewer and she made it easy to keep our conversation interesting. I'd love to come back again.
It was a great experience being on the podcast, especially with someone who looked like me and can truly relate to my experiences as an author, woman, and person of color.
Hi Kelly,
It was amazing to connect with you on the podcast.
I think the Author's Mic podcast comes at a time when indie authors need collaboration and marketing communication more than ever before.
Given the changes in the publishing industry and the advent of digital platforms, authors need communities where they can share and connect.
Thank you for creating a platform where writers get to engage with fellow creatives.
Thank you, Author's Mic, for providing such a welcoming platform for me to discuss my passion which is inspiring young girls to become confident leaders. I truly appreciated your way of allowing me as an author to explain both my background and my future goals with the services I provide. I have been on other podcasts before and you truly stand out in the way that you allow your guests to talk about what inspires them. Thanks again!
I had a wonderful experience on The Author's Mic podcast. Kelly made the conversation feel natural and comfortable, and she was genuinely interested in my story and the inspiration behind my journal. I truly enjoyed the interview and appreciate the opportunity to share my journey. Thank you Kelly
"Kelly Morgan is the delightfully personable host of The Author's Mic podcast. I have been a guest on Kelly's show twice, and thoroughly enjoyed our discussions. Kelly is a guiding light for indy authors. Through her own efforts, and by hosting multi-published writers on her podcast, Kelly has been, and continues to be, a great resource for novice and experienced writers." Jeff Rasley
I had a fantastic time on The Author's Mic! Kelly is a not only a fantastic host, but a fantastic author. She understands authors, meaning she knows how to put people at ease and give them time to express. I have been on many different types of shows, podcasts, and interviews, The Author's Mic tops all of those experiences. If you're looking for somewhere or someone to help give your work the exposure it needs, contact Kelly and go on the The Author's Mic!!
"It was an absolute delight being on The Author's Mic. Being able to talk about my writing journey and offer advice on what has and hasn't worked for me was the perfect way to give back to the writing community I love so much."
"I am deeply honored to have been a guest on Author’s Mic with the esteemed Kelly. Our engaging conversation spanned a broad spectrum of topics relevant to the journey of a new author. More than a traditional question-and-answer format, the podcast provided a meaningful forum for the exchange of insights, allowing us both to share our experiences, perspectives, and passion for the craft of writing."
I had the pleasure of being a guest on The Author’s Mic with Kelly, and it was such a meaningful experience. Kelly created a warm and welcoming space that allowed me to speak from the heart with genuine sincerity. Our conversation about podcasting as a powerful marketing tool flowed naturally, and her thoughtful questions made it easy to share valuable insights with her audience. Kelly has a gift for drawing out authentic stories and perspectives, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to have been part of her show.
It was great being on The Author's Mic with Kelly Morgan! We had such a meaningful conversation about the need for Black voices in the educational space and how "The Culturally Competent Educator" addresses a critical gap in K-12 education professional learning.
Kelly's genuine passion for amplifying diverse authors really shines through. She asked thoughtful questions that allowed me to share the heart of my work in educational equity. Her professionalism and the quality of her show make The Author's Mic a platform I'd highly recommend to any author with an important message to share.
Keep doing the amazing work you're doing, Kelly!
Dr. Almitra Berry
Host, Educational Equity Emancipation Podcast
Author, The Culturally Competent Educator
I had such a wonderful experience being a guest on Kelly Morgan’s podcast. She asked thoughtful questions about my writing process and the inspiration behind my book, and she created such a comfortable space for open conversation. What I love most about what Kelly is doing is how she uses her platform to shine a light on other authors, helping their stories reach new audiences and inspiring those who may be hesitant to start writing their own. It’s truly generous of her to dedicate her time and energy to encouraging creativity in others. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share my journey with her listeners and deeply appreciate the work she’s doing to uplift fellow writers.
It was a joy to be on Kelly’s podcast. She is easy to chat with and asked questions relevant to the topics I presented to her. Kelly seems to have the process down, from signing up , receiving timely reminders, and even to sending her request for testimonials. She came across as professional and experienced. I would love to be on her show again in the future!
The meeting was quick and concise. Thank you for having me on to discuss my book.
Kelly is so wonderful to work with! She keeps the vibe relaxed but engaging, and is ever so helpful with any and everything. She's all about helping authors, and I wholeheartedly recommend her services.
Kelly gave me the mic and allowed me to share my story on her platform without interruption and only asked questions to keep the story going. She was a gracious host, and I enjoyed every minute of our interaction.
Kelly made me feel very comfortable during our interview. She understood the sensitivity of the topic and did not push or make me feel uncomfortable. I even enjoyed our conversation after the interview.
Being a guest on The Author’s Mic™ was such a wonderful experience. The conversation felt thoughtful, supportive, and genuinely centered on honoring the creative journey behind the work. I loved how the space allowed for both storytelling and authenticity without pressure or pretense. Kelly made everything feel seamless and welcoming, and the platform truly amplifies indie voices in a meaningful way. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share my story and connect with a community that values words, creativity, and heart. Highly recommend this experience to any author or creative looking for a space that truly listens.
My conversation with Kelly was a real treat. Her questions were smart and fresh and gave me an opportunity to share stories about my book and my work and my approach to writing. Kelly is a natural interviewer and she made it easy to keep our conversation interesting. I'd love to come back again.
It was a great experience being on the podcast, especially with someone who looked like me and can truly relate to my experiences as an author, woman, and person of color.
Hi Kelly,
It was amazing to connect with you on the podcast.
I think the Author's Mic podcast comes at a time when indie authors need collaboration and marketing communication more than ever before.
Given the changes in the publishing industry and the advent of digital platforms, authors need communities where they can share and connect.
Thank you for creating a platform where writers get to engage with fellow creatives.
Thank you, Author's Mic, for providing such a welcoming platform for me to discuss my passion which is inspiring young girls to become confident leaders. I truly appreciated your way of allowing me as an author to explain both my background and my future goals with the services I provide. I have been on other podcasts before and you truly stand out in the way that you allow your guests to talk about what inspires them. Thanks again!
I had a wonderful experience on The Author's Mic podcast. Kelly made the conversation feel natural and comfortable, and she was genuinely interested in my story and the inspiration behind my journal. I truly enjoyed the interview and appreciate the opportunity to share my journey. Thank you Kelly
