About Andrea Seydel: Book Doula, Writing Coach, Speaker, & Positive Psychology Expert

Andrea Seydel: Author, MA in Happiness Studies, and Founder of Live Life Happy Publishing

I’m Andrea Seydel, and I believe in the power of books to change lives.

With an MA in Happiness Studies, training in Positive Psychology, and a lifelong love of learning, I’ve always been obsessed with books. Growing up, my library limit was five books per weekly visit—and I always hit the max. While my siblings went shopping, I’d ask to be dropped off at Barnes & Noble. Books, happiness, and positive psychology have shaped who I am and how I live. As both an author and a publishing coach, I have one clear mission: to help people read with intention, write with courage, and live with joy.

Although I live and breathe happiness studies and well-being, life hasn’t always been sunshine and butterflies. I’ve been in the trenches of life’s tougher lessons—navigating ADHD and anxiety in childhood, loving someone through addiction, and losing someone I deeply cared about. Out of that pain came purpose: I created the Saving You Is Killing Me (SYKM) book, podcast, and community—turning struggle into message, and message into service for those touched by addiction.

From Book Lover to Book Doula: Empowering Authors to Share Their Light

Because I’ve always lived in the world of books, it was only natural that I began helping others write theirs. Having run my own magazine and worked in publishing, I saw firsthand how traditional publishing can be difficult to access, and self-publishing can sometimes lack polish. So, I decided to bridge the gap—publishing my own books and those of my clients and friends under one supportive, empowering label.

That was the birth of Live Life Happy Publishing—founded to give authors the freedom, support, and structure I wished I’d had. It’s a hybrid publishing model that blends professional quality with full author control, so you can publish with both purpose and joy. There’s nothing more rewarding than helping someone’s book dreams take flight and watching the ripple effect of their words touch the world.

Today, as your Book Doula, Happiness Author, and founder of Live Life Happy Publishing, I guide writers, coaches, and changemakers to bring their books—and their brilliance—to life, all while remembering to play, explore, and live life happy.

When I’m not writing or coaching, you’ll find me hiking trails, traveling with my husband, working out, flowing through yoga poses, or dreaming up the next big idea.

Books change lives—but only if you read, write, and share them.

So… whose life will you touch with yours? 💛

Professional Introduction for the Writing and Publishing World

Andrea Seydel: The Book Doula — Inspiring the World Through Books and Happiness

Andrea Seydel, is an author, speaker, and founder of Live Life Happy Publishing—a hybrid publishing company built on the belief that books have the power to change lives. Known affectionately as The Book Doula, Andrea has guided hundreds of aspiring authors through the journey of writing and publishing their books.

Armed with an MA in Happiness Studies and a background in Positive Psychology, Andrea’s work blends inspiration with practical tools that help writers turn their purpose and passion into published reality. Her message is simple yet powerful: Write bravely, live joyfully, and share your story—because your book could change someone’s life.

Introduction for the World of Recovery and Addiction

Andrea Seydel: From Heartbreak to Healing — A Champion for Families Affected by Addiction

Andrea Seydel is a prominent voice in the world of recovery and resilience, best known as the author of the acclaimed book series Saving You Is Killing Me: Loving Someone with an Addiction. With an MA in Happiness Studies, training in Positive Psychology, and deep expertise in the science of human flourishing, Andrea has dedicated her career to helping individuals reclaim their power, prioritize self-care, and find meaning in the midst of hardship.

What began as her own journey of heartbreak and healing has become a global movement. Through her Saving You Is Killing Me books, podcast, and YouTube channel, Andrea provides practical tools, compassionate insight, and hope for those who love someone struggling with addiction. She combines the science of well-being with real-world resilience to help others transform pain into purpose and suffering into strength.

Today, Andrea continues to serve as a guiding light for the recovery community—offering encouragement, education, and empowerment for those seeking healing, hope, and happiness.