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 ’Write Now’ be your guiding light in the pursuit of your writing dreams. Let’s get you on the Write Path!
Episodes
Unfortunately, there are some really unscrupulous publishers out there. The trick is learning how to spot the red flags and arming yourself with enough knowledge to ensure that you have a great publishing experience and one that is perfect for you and your book.
If you haven't bought your copy of How to Publish a Book - without getting ripped off yet, you can buy it in paperbcak on Amazon or get the PDF version with a couple of bon...
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 explore what it means to self-publish and some of the pros and cons that you'll need to be aware of before you choose your own unique publsihing path.
Don't forget you can buy my book, How to Publish a Book, without getting ripped off on Amazon in paperback, but you can also do...
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 the way to the end without pausing for breath...simple, right?!
In this episode, we talk about how to create content that means your book is read to the end and not banished to the much-maligned 'did not finish' pile.
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 reader desperate to read the second one!
In this episode, we explore what makes a good hook and how to make sure that you write one.
If you'd like some feedback on your first line just drop me a message at karen@mabelandstanleypublishing.com
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 writers, and in this episode, we explore some of the reasons why this can occur and what you can do to fix it.
As usual, if you have any questions, you know where to find me: karen@mabelandstanleypublishing.com
And don't forget to like, follow and share this episode if you love...
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 can be a great way to publish - you retain rights and royalties, and you have creative freedom for sure, but it can also be a lonely path. In this episode, we explore the pros and cons of self-publishing for new authors keen to share their work with readers.
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 your author visibility and ultimately the success of your book.
If you have any questions about building your author platform, then please do drop me a message at karen@mabelandstanleypublishing.com
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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.
As a teacher and pilates instructor, Aileen is passionate about keeping minds and bodies active and used her experience of reading many children's stories throughout the years, to overcome any confidence issues when it came to writing and publishing her book.
If you have any q...
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 leveraged the book to position herself as an expert in her fields of psychotherapy and physiotherapy. The far-reaching opportunities of writing a business book can have a real positive impact; a business book can open many doors.
As usual if you have any questions, send me a message ...
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 upcoming launch of 'Ravenscourt', another work of historical fiction set in Venice, this time as opposed to the 13th-century Tower of London!
You can find Sam's book on Amazon.
Get in touch - karen@mabelandstanleypublishing.com
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 two. Jackie was one of the founder members of the Mabel and Stanley community, and she has definitely got the writing bug!
You can find Jackie's book on Amazon.
Get in touch - karen@mabelandstanleypublishing.com
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 sleep coach and experienced Nanny, Ines's book has had a really positive impact on her business.
You can find Ines's book on Amazon.
Get in touch - karen@mabelandstanleypublishing.com
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 Thyme' a YA Egyptology work of fiction, as well as a ten-book series for young children about the charming and slightly mischievous 'Monsters of Glubbs Bottom.
You can find Trudi's books on Amazon.
Get in touch - karen@mabelandstanleypublishing.com
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 reflection on the ups and downs of motherhood with some top tips for self-care.
Rose is the founder of BabyBeats and is passionate about women's health especially during and after pregnancy and childbirth.
You can find Rose's book on Amazon.
Get in touch - karen@mabelandstanleypu...
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 wonderful celebration of folk songs from around the world in every language from A-Z!
You can find Gaitree's book on Amazon.
Get in touch - karen@mabelandstanleypublishing.com
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 wrote nine books in lockdown and now has the task of editing and refining her series!
You can buy 'One More Try' and 'Let Me Go' on Amazon - watch out for the next books in the series!
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 plans for a sequel.
You can find Maria's book on Amazon.
Get in touch - karen@mabelandstanleypublishing.com
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 as a writer.
In this episode, we explore some tips and tricks to make sure you are at your most productive whilst still creating a masterpiece!
What are your writing tricks for efficiency?
karen@mabelandstanleypublishing.com
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 damage to your writing as a whole, and in this episode, we cover info dumping, passive voice, flat characters, and weak openings, and why you really should pay attention to these writing 'rules'.
As always, if you have any questions just drop me a line - karen@mabelandstanleypu...
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 deliver it in a way that is engaging and compelling, then your book will end up in the DNF pile.
In this episode, we talk about some of the tips and tricks that can take your writing from meh to wow!
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