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Write to Publish

Join me, Karen Stanley, 14 times published author and founder of Mabel and Stanley Publishing as I guide you on your writing and publishing journey, with tips and advice, author interviews, hot topics for discussion and more.Learn how to hone your writing skills and about the minefield that can be the publishing world - let’s get you on the write path!

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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 your only option. This episode will clarify your options and if you want further reading you can buy my book How to Publish, without getting ripped off on Amazon for £9.99 which explains everything you need to know and more. Alternatively you can downlolad your copy for just £1.99 in PDF format with some bonus checklists HERE

  2. 65

    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 sales have dried up, and you are left wondering if all your efforts were in vain. In this episode, we explore why your sales may have dipped and the often simple fixes you can employ... As always, like and share if you enjoyed this episode - it really does help us! Any questions? [email protected] 

  3. 64

    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 discuss what getting a bestseller actually means and what you should be doing for the long-term success of your book. Any questions - email me at [email protected]

  4. 63

    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 ready for publishing. In this episode, we talk about ways in which you can receive reliable feedback for your book to ensure that you publish something worthy of your writing efforts. Don't forget, if you have any questions, then send me a message [email protected] and I'll be only too happy to help.

  5. 62

    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 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 bonus downloads for just £1.99 - https://mabelandstanley.com/howtopublishabook Anything else...you know where to find me! - [email protected]

  6. 61

    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 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 download a PDF version if you prefer - https://mabelandstanley.com/howtopublishabook - which has a couple of added BONUS downloads (you could always buy both versions if you feel so inclined...one for the shelf and one for the laptop!)

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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 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.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Join me, Karen Stanley, 14 times published author and founder of Mabel and Stanley Publishing as I guide you on your writing and publishing journey, with tips and advice, author interviews, hot topics for discussion and more.Learn how to hone your writing skills and about the minefield that can be the publishing world - let’s get you on the write path!

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Karen Stanley

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Join me, Karen Stanley, 14 times published author and founder of Mabel and Stanley Publishing as I guide you on your writing and publishing journey, with tips and advice, author interviews, hot topics for discussion and more.Learn how to hone your writing skills and about the minefield that can be...

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