Episode #567: Sandra Beck on Military Writing & Publishing—From Idea to Book with DeeDee Lake

Sandra Beck of Military Mom Talk Radio sits down with author DeeDee Lake to talk about writing and publishing stories rooted in military life—from romance and memoir to action and adventure. This episode looks at what it actually takes to get a book out of your head and into readers’ hands. DeeDee shares practical insight into self-publishing, including how to shape your story, avoid common first-time author mistakes, and move through the process without getting overwhelmed or stuck in perfectionism. If you’ve been sitting on a story—especially one shaped by military experiences—this conversation gives you a clear starting point and a realistic path forward. Writing the book is one thing. Finishing it and publishing it is another. This episode helps close that gap. Military Mom Talk Radio is also available on Audible, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.