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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
Write to PublishAuthor Interview - Gaitree Cuppoor
Listen as I chat with an exciting new author form Mabel and Stanley Publishing - Gaitree Cuppoor. Her book ABC of World Languages is a multicultural delight…
Write to PublishEditing - when is it time to call in a professional?
Many of my authors have found that editing can actually be harder than writing an entire book! In this episode I talk about ways in which you can make your…
Write to PublishThe Pros and Cons of Self Publishing
With the publishing landscape having changed so much in recent years, self publishing is becoming more and more popular as a route for new authors. it can be a…
Write to PublishCharacter Profiles
This week we talk about the importance of creating believable characters that you, as the author, know like old friends. Your characters will drive your plot…
Write to PublishAuthor Interview - Rich Elms
In this episode, Rich Elms talks about his writing and publishing journey to launching his first book 'Bobby Baller Dreams Big.' His book tells the story of…
Write to PublishCreativity Booster for Writers
Writing is by definition a solitary process and sometimes, after several hours in your chair, your brain can feel as numb as your behind! We expect our brain's…
Write to PublishUnderstanding your reader
If you do not know who your ideal reader is - whether you are writing fiction or non-fiction, romance or horror, then you could find it hard to engage them. In…
Write to PublishLead magnets for authors
Marketing your book can be a tricky journey and as the author it will always be down to you primarily unless you are super famous and have an agent! Lead…
Write to PublishAuthor Interview for Jo Bartlett
This week's episode is a guest interview with the amazing author Jo Bartlett whose 'Cornish Midwife' series has sold in the hundreds of thousands! Hear Jo's…
Write to PublishClimbing Story Mountain
How you do gain inspiration for your novels? There are lots of different ways in which you get inspired and in this episode, I offer a few suggestions as to…
Write to PublishAre you Planner or Pantser?
Do you plan your stories meticulously, outlining every single element of your plot twists and turns or do you.....fly by the seat of your pants and see where…
Write to PublishLet's talk titles - tips for creating a show-stopping title for your book
Are you a title first or a title last kinda' writer? For me, the title is so important and actually helps me to form my story, if I don't have a title from the…
Write to PublishWriting community and the power of the sprint
Belonging to a writing community is crucial for inspiration, motivation and support. Similarly, joining a writing sprint can mean that you commit to a time and…
Write to PublishAuthor Interview with Ryan Nurse
Ryan Nurse is a truly inspirational new author. In this interview, he talks about how his near-death experience helped him to shape his life and build a future…
Write to PublishEpisode two - What are your publishing options?
Despite what advice you may be given from self-confessed experts, every writer's publishing journey will be slightly different and one size most definitely…
Write to PublishEpisode one - My writing journey
In this episode, I share my own writing and publishing journey and some of the triumphs and tribulations along the way! If you'd like to know about your…
Write to PublishWrite to Publish - Introductory Episode
Find out what's up and coming on the Write to Publish podcast - from writing and publishing tips to author interviews and much more with me Karen Stanley. If…