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The Write Anyway PodcastAuthor: Sue Campbell
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Navigating Independent Publishing: DIY, Assisted, and Hybrid Options
Tuesday, 4 November, 2025
In this episode of the Write Anyway podcast, host Sue Campbell chats with Patricia Marshall, founder and CEO of Luminare Press, about the different approaches to self-publishing: DIY publishing, assisted publishing, and hybrid publishing. Learn the pros and cons of each method, and get insights into costs, processes, and what kind of authors and goals each approach is best suited for. Whether you're looking to keep full control and manage all aspects yourself, or prefer to hand over parts or all of the process to professionals, this episode aims to guide writers in making informed decisions about turning their manuscripts into market-ready books.00:00 Introduction to Self-Publishing Options00:34 Meet Patricia: Insights from Luminare Press02:18 DIY Publishing: Pros and Cons10:52 Self-Publishing Assist: Pros and Cons14:10 Hybrid Publishing: Pros and Cons18:23 Choosing the Right Path for Your Book23:47 Avoiding Scams in Publishing24:44 Conclusion and Resources








