Amy Daws, Author
From Tires to Triumph: Amy Daws’ Journey as a Bestselling Author
On the latest episode of Behind the Business, Founders in the 605, Marcus and Alexis Mahlen spoke with Amy Daws, a bestselling romance author from Sioux Falls. Amy shared her incredible journey from writing scripts for local TV ads to penning 23 novels, including the viral hit Wait With Me. Her journey began with self-publishing but recently reached a new milestone—signing a deal with HarperCollins Publishers, the second-largest consumer book publisher in the world.
During the conversation, Amy reflected on how her personal experiences shaped her creative path and the unique challenges of the indie publishing world. From sneaking into Tires, Tires, Tires to overcome writer’s block to navigating viral TikToks and global book tours, Amy's story is as inspiring as her novels are captivating.
Listen to the full episode on Spotify.
About Amy Daws:
Amy Daws is a USA Today bestselling author of 23 novels, specializing in romance stories filled with humor and heart. A Sioux Falls resident, Amy’s journey started with self-publishing her first memoir in 2014. She has since become a household name in the indie romance world, with her books reaching global audiences. Recently, Amy signed with HarperCollins, bringing her novels to bookstores and further cementing her legacy in the literary world.
