My Traditional Publishing Pivot: Why I’m Taking the Leap

What if your next right step feels completely out of character, yet completely right at the same time?

In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on a decision that’s surprised even me: exploring traditional publishing for my next book.

Yes, me — the die-hard self-publishing advocate. Yes, the same person who tells you not to wait for permission. Have I had a personality transplant? No. Although I have had a very long think.

In this episode, I share:

• Why I’m querying agents for my next non-fiction book — and what I hope to learn from the process
• How I’m navigating the “this happens to other people, not me” narrative
• What it really means to listen to your gut, especially when it tells you something unexpected
• Why I’m choosing to document the entire process — warts, wins, rejections and all.
• How I’m creating space for curiosity, detachment and real talk around the traditional publishing journey

If you’ve ever wondered whether traditional publishing is your path, thought it was off-limits for “people like you”, or you’re just a bit nosy, this episode is for you.

I hope you enjoy listening!

Further resources:

• Sign up for the FREE Write Stuff newsletter here.
• Get Clear on Your Book Idea Session Info
• Happy Writers Hub - The Happy Writers Hub - all info and link to join are here
• My book, ‘Dare to Write: How to Write a Nonfiction Book to Grow Your Business,’ is available now on Amazon and on my website.

Let’s connect!

Website: https://stephcaswell.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephcaswellauthor/?hl=en

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephcaswell/

If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review on your favourite podcast platform!