Miles Beyond the Page | Kira Hartley Klinger
In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, host Michelle Miles interviews author, reseller, and entrepreneur Kira Hartley-Klinger about her fascinating journey from aspiring fiction writer to nonfiction storyteller and indie publisher.
After a life-changing divorce, Kira transformed an eBay side hustle into a thriving resale business and later expanded into Etsy, specializing in vintage fabrics, antique textiles, and rare finds. Michelle and Kira dive into the world of estate and farm auctions, sourcing hidden treasures, and the art of spotting value where others might overlook it. From discontinued stained-glass molds that turned a massive profit to surprising bestsellers like vintage catalogs and retro products, Kira shares the stories behind some of her most memorable flips.
The conversation also explores Kira’s books, Fabric Wars and Fabric Wars and More, her indie publishing experience with KDP and IngramSpark, and her practical, low-cost marketing strategies. Kira also talks about developing “Grammy Whammy,” her all-natural textile odor-removal product, and balancing entrepreneurship with creativity and writing.
🎧 Join Michelle and Kira for a fun, insightful conversation about reselling, storytelling, indie publishing, and turning unexpected passions into a successful business.
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ABOUT KIRA HARTLEY KLINGER:
Kira Hartley Klinger is a longtime internet shop owner and the author behind two books that delve into the entertaining and lucrative world of auctions and resale.
WHERE TO FIND HER AND HER BOOKS:
Website | Facebook | Instagram | Amazon
Author, Narrator, Podcaster
MICHELLE MILES is the host of Miles Beyond the Page, a podcast that celebrates the magical, messy, and inspiring journey of storytelling.
As an author of fantasy, urban fantasy, and paranormal romance, Michelle brings her passion for writing and publishing to every episode—whether she's interviewing debut authors, bestselling giants, or industry pros. With her warm, down-to-earth style and curiosity for all things creative, she dives deep into the heart of the writer’s process, from first drafts to final edits, rejections to rave reviews.
When she’s not behind the mic or crafting enchanting worlds on the page, Michelle can be found wrangling her to-be-read pile, sipping wine, or plotting her next story twist. Miles Beyond the Page is her love letter to authors, readers, and the stories that connect us all.
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