Publishing With Integrity
PodcastsSeason 10, Episode9: Publishing With Integrity
Writing a book can feel like a solo mission until you realize the draft is only the beginning. We sit down with Kim Eley of KWE Publishing to talk about what ethical, supportive publishing partnership actually looks like when the story is personal and the author is carrying real life alongside the work.
We get honest about the “sharky” parts of publishing, why marketing often becomes the hardest phase, and how authors can shift from living in their own head to speaking directly to the ideal reader. Kim breaks down why that mindset change is so tough and so necessary, especially for memoir writers who are sharing raw truth. Chris connects it to his world of grief and financial planning, where clarity and trust matter because people are overwhelmed and decision fatigue is real.
We also dig into practical due diligence: asking for references, reading professionalism signals, and choosing partners who show integrity, have your back, and stay invested over time. Then the conversation goes deeper into legacy. Chris shares why this memoir matters for his sons, what it feels like to revisit painful chapters after therapy, and how small moments of presence and parenting become part of the bigger purpose.
If you want to connect with Kim, we share where to find her online, including KWEpub.com and her Substack.
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And by the way....my AudioBook is live! Go here: Life After Grief Audiobook by Chris Dale
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