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Write to Publish
Join me, Karen Stanley, a 14-times published author, writing coach, and founder of Mabel and Stanley Publishing as I guide you through the treacherous realms of writing and publishing! Learn from my own personal triumphs and trials as I bring you practical tips on a wide range of writing and publishing topics, along with guest speakers and inspiring author interviews to fuel your writing aspirations. Explore the secrets of successful authors, gain insights into the publishing industry, and let…
Episodes
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Writing the Book You Always Wanted to Write: Alan Dunstan on The Architecture of Quiet
Ever thought about writing the book you’ve always wanted to write? Educational leader Alan Dunstan did just that… and it took him two years. In this episode of…
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Author Interview with Peter Whent
Peter Whent is the brilliant author of Brandwank - a hugely entertaining book with a serious message. As an experienced copywriter who is passionate about…
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Author Interview with Samantha Ward Smith
Currently writing her third book, Sam is one of our inspirational Mabel and Stanley Publishing authors. By her own confession, Sam knew very little about…
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Author Interview with Matt White
Matt White wrote his book Snack Monkey - how to stop eating the whole packet after a drastic diet and lifestyle reset during which he lost a large amount of…
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Author Interview with Joseph Millson
A fabulous interview with Joseph Millson, an actor, scriptwriter, filmmaker, and author. The inspiration behind his novella, Miller Rose Roberts, is…
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How to write when you don't have time
Writing a book takes time, commitment and dedication and let's face it we all have busy lives! This episode gives you some tips on creating writing deadlines…
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Rights and Royalties - who actually owns your book?
Maybe not the coolest publishing topic, but essential nonetheless. Understanding your rights and royalties means that you are at much less risk of falling for…
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Why you don't need a literary agent to publish
The publishing landscape has changed enormously over the years, and where once a literary agent was the gatekeeper to traditional publishing, this is no longer…
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Why isn't my book selling?
You've done all the hard work...you've written the book, you've navigated the tricky waters of publishing, you've had a great launch and now...nothing! Book…
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The truth about Amazon bestseller status
Getting a bestseller on Amazon in a particular category is a great achievement, but it is only one element in your book marketing toolkit. In this episode, we…
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Is my book any good?
Writing a book can be an emotive process, and understandably, authors can often feel some self-doubt when it comes to knowing whether their book is indeed…
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How to spot a dodgy publisher - red flags explained
Unfortunately, there are some really unscrupulous publishers out there. The trick is learning how to spot the red flags and arming yourself with enough…
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Self-publishing...the good, the bad and the downright exciting!
The publishing landscape has changed so much in recent years, and now there is never a more viable publishing option for new writers. In this episode, we'll…
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The Brutal Truth - why readers stop reading
You have two main challenges as a writer - the first is to create a great first line that hooks your reader in, and the second is to make them want to read all…
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The line that changes everything - writing a great hook
Your first sentence only has ONE job... (whether you are writing reports, emails, novels, a business book or a social media post)...and that is to make your…
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The messy middle!
What do you do if you start your novel with masses of inspiration, but lose momentum and motivation once you get to the middle? This is a common problem for…
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The realities of becoming a self-published author - the highs and the lows
Authors have so much more freedom currently, and there are many more options open to them than the traditional publishing route of yesteryear. Self-publishing…
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Building your author platform beyond social media likes
Building your author platform takes time and consistency, and social media is only part of the picture. Using a range of marketing tactics will greatly improve…
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Author Interview with Aileen Coleman
Aileen's charming children's book about a lively Granny who loves to be active invites kids to interact and engage with some fun pilates-inspired activities…
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Author Interview with Sandra Hughes
Sandra published her book 'Calm Your Worry Warrior' with #mabelandstanleypublishing in 2021 and has used her book as a great lead magnet. She has also…
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Author Interview - Samantha Ward-Smith
As part of the Write to Publish interview season for Autumn 2025, I chat with author Samantha Ward-Smith about her book 'Tower of Vengeance' and about her…
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Author Interview - Jackie Sansom
As part of the Write to Publish interview season for Autumn 2025, I chat with author Jackie Sansom about her book 'I am Agnes' and about her plans for book…
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Author Interview - Ines Zdelar
As part of the Write to Publish interview season for Autumn 2025, I chat with author Ines Zdelar about her book 'Teaching Baby to Sleep'. As a professional…
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Author Interview - Trudi Smith
As part of the Write to Publish interview season for Autumn 2025, I chat with author Trudi Smith about her writing journey. She has published 'The Books of…
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Author Interview - Rose Gibson
As part of the Write to Publish interview season for Autumn 2025, I chat with author Rose Gibson about her book 'I'm Fine', which is a refreshingly honest…
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Author Interview - Gaitree Cuppoor
As part of the Write to Publish interview season for Autumn 2025, I chat with author Gaitree Cuppoor about her book 'ABC of World Languages', which is a…
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Author Interview - Paula C Russell
As part of our author interview special episodes for Autumn 2025, I chat with Paula C Russell author of the 'One More Try' series. She talks about how she…
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Maria Culley - Author Interview
As part of the Write to Publish interview season for Autumn 2025, I chat with author Maria Culley about her book 'There's a Nanny in MY House!' and about her…
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How to write faster without sacrificing quality
Writing is time-consuming, there is no doubt, and whilst the process itself is part of the fun, there are still ways in which you can increase your efficiency…
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Common writing mistakes and how to fix them
Writing rules are sometimes there to be broken but you do need an understanding of the rules before you do that! There are some mistakes that can cause real…
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Adding sparkle to your writing
Does your writing feel flat and uninspiring when you read it back to yourself? The truth is, you can have the best content in the world but if you don't…
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What makes a book sell - understanding marketability
You can write the best book in the world, but if you don't get the marketing right, then your readers will never know it's there! In this episode, we examine…
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From first draft to polished manuscript
In this episode, we discuss the different stages of editing - self-editing, developmental edits, line edits, and proofreads - so you can refine your work and…
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Beating Overwhelm and Procrastination
Two things that will hold a writer back are procrastination and overwhelm, but it is important to remember that nothing will hold you back more than the search…
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Bringing your Characters to Life
Characters are the backbone of your story, and so it is important to write characters that really make your readers FEEL something! From creating back stories…
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FAQs about self - publishing
Join me in this episode as I share the answers to some of the most common questions for new authors when it comes to self-publishing. Things like formatting…
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How to make your dialogue sparkle
Dialogue can make or break your manuscript; if you get it right, it will move your plot forward and bring your characters to life. In this episode, I share…
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Show Don't Tell - What's it all about?
The phrase 'show don't tell' is used in writing extensively but it can be tricky to really comprehend how and why to use it. In this episode we discuss the…
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Beyond the Basics - Elevating Your Writing Quality
In this episode we explore advanced writing techniques to make your prose more engaging, including sentence variation, strong imagery, and pacing strategies…
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How to turn your first draft into a Professional Manuscript
You've finished the first draft...now what? Revising your manuscript is where you start to polish your story and turn it into something publish-worthy. In this…
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How to make sure your book launch goes with a bang!
Hosting a launch can be a great way to celebrate the publication of your book. But there are some dos and don't to follow that can help you to get the biggest…
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Finding the right editor for your book
It is important that you and your editor have a good working relationship and so you will need to do your research beforehand. In this episode we delve into…
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Hybrid Publishing - The best of both worlds?
In this episode we delve into the pros and cons of hybrid publishing and how it is different to Traditional, Self and Vanity methods. It is so important to do…
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Interview with Ines Zdelar
In this interview I talk to the incredible Ines Zdelar about her book 'Teaching Baby to Sleep. Ines is a professional Nanny and sleep coach and she is…
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Building an author platform - why you need one before you publish
Author promotion can sometimes be harder than writing the book - especially for us creative types! The fact is, that if you don't promote yourself as an author…
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Creating a book launch strategy that SELLS!
The hard truth is that if you do not market your book it will not sell. In this episode I share tips for a marketing strategy that will help you to raise your…
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Author Interview with Sarah Jolley-Jarvis
Sarah is a business mentor and strategist and author of Selling Without Sleaze. In this episode she talks about her book journey - writing was not something…
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The Power of a Writing Community
Writing can be a lonely old business and having a community of supportive, like-minded people around you can really help with motivation, inspiration and…
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How to self publish without breaking the bank
Self publishing is an increasingly viable and attractive option for both new and seasoned authors, giving greater control and royalties in the long run. In…
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Author Interview with Richard Pearson
Richard Pearson was one of the cleaning heroes on Channel 5's Filthy House SOS. In this interview he talks about his author journey writing his children's book…
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Self Publishing versus Traditional Publishing - Which path is right for you?
Publishing can be a veritable minefield and the truth is that no author's publishing journey is, or should be, the same. There are pros and cons to both…
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From Idea to Manuscript - How to get started with your first book
So many budding writers tell me that they would love to write a book but that they just don't know where or how to get started! The thing about book writing is…
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Finding your writing tribe
Being able to chat with fellow writers has been so helpful for me. It took me a long time to find my writing tribe - I almost gave up on book NINE! - but now…
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The power of your story arc
Having a robust story arc before you start writing will mean that you are less likely to have plot holes and inconsistencies in your finished story - it will…
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Raising your author profile on Facebook
There are many ways that you can promote yourself as an author and ultimately your book or books. Facebook is a great platform for authors and if utilised…
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Author Interview - Kat Lord
In this episode, listen to the inspiring Kat Lord talk about her author journey and her passion for child development. Kat's book 'More to Mealtime' is part of…
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Email marketing for authors
Let's talk emails! Building an email list of dedicated 'fans' can be a great way to promote and sell your work as an author - in this episode we talk about the…
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Author Interview with Steve Sallis
This week I talk to the inspirational Steve Sallis about his author journey as his new book 'How NOT to be a Leadership D*ckhead' is launched on June 6th. Get…
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Editing Expectations
Editing can be such a long and arduous process and it is difficult to avoid overwhelm at times even if you do have a professional editor working with you. Your…
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Author Promotion
Like it or not, if you want people to buy your book then you have to get out there and promote it! There are lots of ways that you can do this and in this…