Publishing Trends for 2026
Publishing isn’t reinventing itself, but the foundations are shifting in ways that matter. From cautious AI adoption to smarter data use and tighter author services, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of steady, practical change rather than dramatic reinvention.
The Three Biggest Mistakes Successful People Make When Planning a Book
Many successful people assume their expertise or life story is enough to carry a book, but readers only buy what gives them value. Knowing what makes your book different is the first step to creating something that stands out.
November’s Novel Moment: Celebrating Stories Big, Bold and Published
November isn’t only about word counts and writing challenges. It’s a time to celebrate powerful fiction, stories that challenge, provoke, and remind us what it means to be human.
Stepping Out of My Comfort Zone (and Back Into My Creative Head)
Stepping away from running my businesses to focus solely on writing was something I had never done before, but it reminded me why I fell in love with storytelling in the first place. Sometimes the best way to move forward is to step away for a while and let creativity take the lead.
Responsibility, Results, and the Myth of “Not Enough”
True success comes from doing the work with integrity and trusting the process to unfold in its own time. Every project is a collaboration between effort, timing, and the willingness to let the result take shape naturally.
Working on a Bank Holiday: When 27 Degrees Doesn’t Mean a Day Off
On a 27-degree Bank Holiday, most people are in the garden with a drink in hand, but for the self-employed, the laptop usually wins. Freedom looks different when taking the day off means losing a day’s income.
The Rise of the Loud Generation
Gen X was once called the “forgotten generation,” but we’re done being quiet. From building businesses to taking over TikTok, midlife has become our catalyst, not our crisis.
What Comes After ‘Doing It All’? Whatever I Choose.
After years of juggling roles, I'm stepping back from the university to focus on what I’ve built, businesses that are growing, clients that excite me, and a life that’s mine on my terms. I’m still doing it all, just on my own clock.
Social Media Didn’t Kill Reading - It Made It Go Viral
Social media didn’t kill reading, it made it contagious. TikTok drives book sales in seconds, LinkedIn fuels business book buzz, and Substack is where the real conversations happen for those who want depth, not just dopamine.
Ghosted in Business. Why Manners Still Matter.
Ghosting isn’t just a dating problem anymore. In business, the silence after a genuine pitch or inquiry speaks volumes, and not in a good way.
Publishing In The News
Publishing is facing a fragile moment, between vanishing young readers, collapsing platforms, and the creep of AI posing as creativity. What we need now isn’t faster content, but deeper connection, and a recommitment to real storytelling.
Post-Holiday Burnout: Why Rest Isn’t Always the Reset You Hoped For
Post-holiday burnout is real. Sometimes taking a break highlights just how much pressure you’ve been under - and coming back can feel heavier than when you left.
15 Things I’ve Learned in Business in 15 Years
After 15 years in business, I’ve picked up a few lessons - some joyful, some hard-won. If I could tell my younger self anything, it would be these 15 truths.
15 Years in Business - Built from Love, Grit and a Bloody Good Gut Instinct
15 years - Who’d have thought it? Celebrating the resilience, growth, and unexpected wins that come from backing yourself, even on the hardest days.
When Technology Lets You Down (and Why That’s Not Always a Bad Thing)
This week’s tech failure reminded me just how much we rely on systems running smoothly, and how quickly everything unravels when they don’t. It was a stressful mess, but also a sharp lesson in resilience, adaptability, and the unexpected value of switching off.
What Does a Ghostwriter Do – and Why Are They Worth It
Ghostwriting isn’t just about writing, it’s about helping people turn their ideas into structured, thoughtful books that reflect their voice and intent. I work closely with clients to shape, refine and deliver manuscripts that feel authentic and ready for publication.
Making Space for the Work That Matters
After publishing six books in five months, I’m pressing pause to focus on the work that’s been quietly waiting - my own. This summer is about creative space, deeper projects, and making room for what matters most.
People Aren't Ghosting You. You're Confusing Them.
If your leads are ghosting you, it isn't because they're rude. It's because you're confusing them. One unclear website, messy email, or overwhelmed proposal is all it takes to lose the sale. You can't adjust in real time online the way you can face-to-face. Your messaging has to be sharp, simple, and obvious from the first second. Confused customers don't buy. Clear ones do.
Your Website Isn’t Broken. Your Messaging Is.
Your homepage should do one job: tell people who you are, what you do, and what they should do next.
Most don’t.