The Book Mentor Podcast

Welcome back to another insightful episode where we explore the pivotal choices authors face in their publishing journey.    In today's episode, we dive deep into the world of book publishing with Karen Williams and Sheryl Andrews. Together, we'll unravel the complexities authors encounter when deciding between self-publishing, hybrid publishing, or traditional publishing.    We discuss the five k...

In our latest episode Karen Williams is joined by accomplished writer and freelance journalist, Milli Hill. With a passion for challenging and reframing the narrative around women's bodies, Milli has authored three books, and her fourth, "Ultra Processed Women", is set to release this spring.  Milli shares her remarkable journey from therapist to writer, spurred by her transformative experience of...

Today, we dive deep into Amazon ads with Michal Stawicki. Once a burnt-out IT specialist, Michal transformed his life by publishing 19 books, selling around 100,000 copies, and creating numerous good habits. He also started a book advertising business and achieved the dream of quitting his day job.   Amazon ads have been a game-changer in his success story. From beginning as an author during the K...

In today's episode Karen Williams and Sheryl Andrews dive into a topic that is crucial for every nonfiction author: standing out in a crowded marketplace while staying relevant to today's readers.    They explore how emerging trends can shape nonfiction publishing and how authors can leverage these trends to better connect with their audience. Inspired by a recent conversation in a women's WhatsAp...

Welcome to the podcast where we distil the wisdom of influential business books and their authors. In today's episode, host Karen Williams sits down with Helen Rowe, the award-winning author of ‘Eliminating Poverty in Britain’.  Helen's journey from a housing association researcher and civil servant to a successful author and social advocate is nothing short of inspiring. She penned her impactful...

In today's episode, Karen Williams is chatting with Samantha Pearce, a renowned author, speaker, and founder of SWATT Books Ltd., a top self-publishing consultancy.  In this episode, Sam returns to discuss her latest book, "The Write Strategy", which provides a roadmap for incorporating publishing into a successful business strategy. We dive into Sam's writing journey, from her first book, "Stress...

In today's episode, we're diving into the innovative digital frontier with Nick Kellet, the visionary founder of Deckible ‒ a marketplace for digital card decks that's shaking up the way we consume and interact with content. Nick, a seasoned inventor and creator behind the board game “GiftTRAP”, brings a wealth of experience in gamifying content for personal growth and development.   We explore th...

Following on from episode 10, where we talked about planners and pantsers and creating an overall framework for a book, in this episode Sheryl Andrews and Karen Williams talk about the intricacies of creating a blueprint for your business book, ensuring it has the right framework and flow to captivate your readers from start to finish. We address common mistakes authors make, like cramming too muc...

Are you someone who meticulously outlines your book before diving in, or do you prefer to let the words unfold naturally as you write? Understanding your writing style can significantly impact the ease and efficiency of your book-writing process.   In today’s episode, Karen Williams and Sheryl Andrews dive into the fascinating world of writers, specifically focusing on the two distinct types: plan...

Today we have a fascinating conversation lined up with Becky Rogers, a talented ghostwriter, author, and entrepreneur.    Becky has mastered the art of turning complex ideas into clear and compelling stories. In this episode, Karen Williams chats with Becky about her unconventional journey from medical science to ghostwriting, the valuable lessons she's learned along the way, and the incredible be...

Today Karen is chatting with Della Judd. Della, an accomplished author, podcaster, and executive coach, who shares her journey of transforming a career coaching book into a deeply impactful writing project.    In this episode, you'll hear about Della’s collaborative effort with her daughter to create a student-friendly adaptation, the courage required to share unique perspectives, and the importan...

In today's episode, Karen Williams and Sheryl Andrews unpack how books can serve as central hubs in business ecosystems, streamlining communication, saving time, and extending their value across various platforms like courses, webinars, and podcasts.   We explore the importance of understanding the "why" behind your actions and how that clarity can drive common goals, whether it's for financial pr...

ave you ever wondered how to find the perfect idea for your book? Especially when you’re likely to have decades of experience and hundreds of interesting stories. It's one of the challenges that stops many business authors from getting started. It often leads to procrastination, overthinking, and getting stuck in perfectionism.   If you are fed up with putting your book off, then you’ll love today...

Today we have a special guest, Rachel Bennett, author of ‘Shadow Cultures’.  In this episode, Rachel takes us on a journey through the hidden workplace problems that inspired her book and shares a powerful six-step model to improve company cultures. We'll hear about her unique writing process, an insight into how our writing retreat in Spain helped her, and how her book has become an invaluable to...

Today, I am joined by Yvonne Guérineau, the inspiring author of People in Their Element. Yvonne is a passionate personal growth advocate who believes that positive working relationships are crucial to happiness, well-being, and success in the workplace. In our conversation, Yvonne opens up about her 20-year journey to writing her first book, the struggles she faced in building interpersonal relati...

In this episode, Karen Williams and Sheryl Andrews explore the unexpected discoveries authors often make during the book writing journey.  Writing a book can lead to tremendous personal growth. The writing process forces you to dig deep, heal old wounds, find your authentic voice, and gain newfound clarity and confidence in your own expertise.  Sheryl candidly talked about her own journey of writi...

Ever wondered about the hidden benefits and unexpected outcomes of becoming an author?   In this week's episode, Karen Williams and Sheryl Andrews delve into the transformative power of writing and publishing a book. From forging new business connections and expanding your reach to the surprising boost in credibility and time management, they explore how becoming an author can transform your perso...

In this episode, Karen Williams and Sheryl Andrews delve into the world of writing fears and how they impact aspiring authors.   This episode unpacks the trepidations that come from comparing oneself to others, the financial and time investments involved in writing, and the fear of both failure and success.   Sheryl and Karen discuss the importance of understanding and embracing individual writing...

In today’s conversation, I sit down with Zana Goic Petricevic, an executive leadership coach and author. We discuss her experiences in writing and publishing her first book, ‘Bold Reinvented’, and her upcoming second book.    Zana shares insights into the personal growth and professional success she has experienced as a result of her book writing journey, emphasising the importance of courage, res...

In this episode, I’m thrilled to be having a conversation with Sarah Hamilton Gill, an accomplished entrepreneur, executive coach, HR consultant, and award-winning author.    Sarah brings over 30 years of experience and numerous achievements, including being honoured with the HR Consultancy of the Year award and being a finalist for the national CIPD award. She also authored the successful book ‘L...

Today, we dive into the world of digital mastery and book publishing with Fiona Allman-Treen. Fiona is the entrepreneurial mind behind FAT Promotions and an authority in strategic website design and online systems.    In this episode, we unpack Fiona's journey authoring  Website Mastery: For Business Owners Who Don’t Speak Tech . Despite an initial resistance and hurdles along the way, such as a c...

Podcast show notes – Paul Newton (Episode 9 – 25 April 2024) Guest: Paul Newton Title: Cracking Crowdfunding during COVID In today's episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the charismatic and dynamic Paul Newton, the voice behind MentalTheft.  Paul is a leading expert in cybersecurity and has gained popularity for his captivating and entertaining approach to educating people on the issue...

In this episode we delve into the power of stories with Susan Payton, coach, consultant and the author of the bestselling book, The Business of Storie s.   Writing a book wasn’t on Susan’s radar, and then a culmination of things led to its creation. First off, she wanted to move from working one to one with clients – as a done-for-you service – into running group workshops and programmes. But she...

Today, we have the immense pleasure of featuring Dr. Tamara Russell, a neuroscientist, clinical psychologist, martial arts expert, and an innovative force in the realm of well-being.    With her trailblazing books, ‘Mindfulness in Motion’, ‘#What is Mindfulness?’, and ‘What Colour is Your Dragon?’, we delve into the importance of simplicity in writing. Tamara explores how she has bridged the gap b...

As a Sunday Times bestselling author and seasoned ghostwriter, Cheryl Rickman has penned an impressive 27 nonfiction books, with specialties ranging from empowering business strategies to transformative well-being practices.  In today's episode we delve into the fascinating world of ghostwriting and hear how Cheryl’s knack for capturing unique voices has resulted in outstanding successes, includin...