I help storytellers and solopreneurs stop duct-taping their systems together and reclaim their creative time.

This is what I do

I automate

I offer done-for-you and automation coaching. 

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I speak

In person or online, I love to speak to groups and teams.

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I teach

I have a full catalog of online courses and I create them for others.

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I write

I journal my thoughts on being a digital nomad, and I also publish books.

About Chelle Honiker

Caffeinated Automations Consultant – Systems Thinker – Writer – Speaker – Mama – Mimi – Founder

I help authors and creatives build smarter systems so they can spend less time on tech—and more time creating.

As the publisher of Indie Author Magazine and founder of Direct2Readers and Indie Author Training, I focus on making the business side of storytelling simpler. I also write Author Automations, a weekly newsletter that turns tools like Zapier, n8n, and WordPress into time-saving magic.

I’m an automation coach and consultant for hire, offering everything from plug-and-play workflows to guided implementation, done-for-you systems, and enterprise-level solutions.

Whether I’m teaching, speaking, or coding a workflow, I make complex systems feel doable—and even a little fun. Based in Austin, often on a train, always fueled by coffee.

Automation Services

Newsletter

Weekly insights and automations you can actually use.

Every issue of Author Automations breaks down the tools, strategies, and concepts behind smarter creative systems—so you can understand what’s possible, even if you're not ready to build it (yet).

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DIY + Guidance

Build it yourself—but not by yourself.

Perfect for hands-on creatives who want to learn as they go. Get plug-and-play templates, walkthroughs, and expert support when you need it.

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Done for You

Systems set up for you—fast, clean, and built to scale.

You tell me what’s broken (or just exhausting). I’ll rebuild it behind the scenes so your business runs smoother, with less chaos and more time to create.

Start with a 30-minute consultation

StorytellerOS

Your entire author business, automated.

A complete, customizable system for serious authorpreneurs. Includes CRM, email, content pipelines, and AI-powered tools—all running under one roof.

Speaking & Training

She’s a regular presence on industry stages, including Author Nation, Self Publishing Formula Live, and The BookFest, where she recently delivered a keynote on the transformative power of storytelling. Whether she’s leading a breakout session or stepping up to the main stage, Chelle brings a grounded, insightful approach that resonates with both new and seasoned creatives.

Event organizers appreciate her ability to meet audiences where they are—translating complex topics like automation, AI, and direct sales into practical strategies that inspire action. Her talks are content-rich, refreshingly jargon-free, and tailored to empower authors to take the next step in their business journey.

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