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

Sep 25, 2025
Sep 25, 2025
23 min
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@mabelandstanleypublishing.com

Sep 18, 2025
Sep 18, 2025
20 min
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

Sep 11, 2025
Sep 11, 2025
21 min
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!

Sep 4, 2025
Sep 4, 2025
21 min
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

Aug 21, 2025
Aug 21, 2025
17 min
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

Aug 13, 2025
Aug 13, 2025
17 min
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@mabelandstanleypublishing.com

Jul 24, 2025
Jul 24, 2025
21 min
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!
Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share if you like listening!
And get in touch if you'd like to be a part of the Mabel and Stanley community for just £9 a month! karen@mabelandstanleypublishing.com

Jul 10, 2025
Jul 10, 2025
15 min
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 the key factors that influence a book’s success, including genre expectations, cover design, pricing strategies, reader psychology, and marketing tactics.
As always, send me a message if you have any questions karen@mabelandstanleypublishing.com

Jun 24, 2025
Jun 24, 2025
14 min
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 prepare it for publication.
Any questions then drop me a message karen@mabelandstanleypublishing.com - I'm always happy to help!

Jun 12, 2025
Jun 12, 2025
19 min
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 for perfection.
In this episode, we explore some strategies that will help you to make real progress in your writing.
If you are looking for a great tool to get you on your way, why not try my Kick Start Your Fiction Writing Journey Course? A 5 module video course to help you plan, craft and start your novel...all for just £9! PLUS you'll get one month's free membership to the Mabel and Stanley Writing and Publishing Community so you can find a writing tribe to support you on your journey!
Join here - https://mabelandstanley.com/fiction643586




