Creating Happy Writers

By: Steph Caswell
  • Summary

  • If you're writing a non-fiction or business book, The Creating Happy Writers Podcast is here to inspire, educate and empower you with the tools you need to make your writing journey a happy and successful one. Each week, we dive into what it takes to write and publish a book in your niche that will not only help you become a go-to expert but also one you can be truly proud of.
    © 2025 Steph Caswell
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Episodes
  • Why Self-Help Books Don't Help - with Georgia Holleran
    Feb 17 2025

    Ever wondered why self-help books haven't quite delivered the transformation they promised? Or why, despite consuming endless personal development content, you still find yourself searching for answers? This month’s guest is here to help.

    Georgia Holleran enjoys exploring what life is all about and helping others do the same. With a background in the arts, education and research, she has spent over thirty years exploring the effectiveness of various self-development approaches. Georgia's conclusions of what actually works were published in her book The Last Self-Help Book You'll Ever Need.

    Since its publication, Georgia spends her time supporting others to gain perspective and enjoy life as their own, authentic self. There are free resources always being added to on her website (link below) and she welcomes anyone to sign up to her monthly newsletter, or drop her a line.

    During our fantastic conversation, we talk about:

    • Why Georgia believes there's a "deception" in the self-help industry and what prompted her to write a book challenging it
    • The fascinating triangle theory that explains why knowledge alone isn't enough for personal transformation
    • How understanding your "inner parts" could be the key to breaking through personal blocks
    • The story behind Georgia's intriguing concept of her "14 ladies" and how they've shaped her approach to self-development
    • A powerful perspective on why writing isn't just about the end product, but about the transformation of the writer
    • The surprising reason Georgia believes you need to understand yourself before you can help yourself

    Georgia's refreshing take on personal development challenges conventional wisdom and offers a more nuanced approach to self-understanding. Our conversation offers some brilliant insights into why internal work matters more than external solutions.

    I hope you enjoy listening.

    Connect with Georgia and her book:
    • Book
    • Website
    Further resources from me
    • My book, ‘Dare to Write: How to Write a Nonfiction Book to Grow Your Business,’ is available now on Amazon or directly via my website.
    Connect with Steph:

    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:

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    54 mins
  • S3: Ep 83 Getting Over the Mid-Book Slump
    Feb 10 2025

    The mid-book slump is real, and in this episode, I'm sharing my unfiltered truth about getting through it - both as a book coach and as someone currently slogging through those final 10,000 words myself.

    Key takeaways from this episode:
    • The truth about why your "perfect" writing routine is actually holding you back (and the ridiculously simple fix you're probably resisting)
    • Why editing while writing is like checking your stats every 5 minutes during a launch - you'll drive yourself crazy and kill your momentum
    • The genius pancake theory that will make you feel 100% better about your crappy first draft (trust me on this one)
    • How being a book-writing hermit is killing your creativity (you need a life outside those chapters)
    • The real reason you're stuck in the middle (and it's not because you suck at writing)

    Getting through the mid-book slump isn't about working harder or becoming a different writer - it's about getting smart about how you show up for your book.

    I hope you enjoy listening.

    👉If you’re ready to stop feeling like you're wading through quicksand, join the Happy Writers Hub, where we get books finished. Because writing alone? That's so 2024.

    Further resources from me
    • The Happy Writers Hub - all info and link to join is here
    • Sign up for the Write Stuff newsletter 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.
    Connect with Steph:
    • Website: https://stephcaswell.com/
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephcaswellauthor/?hl=en
    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephcaswell/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creatinghappywriters

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

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    30 mins
  • S3: Ep 82 Book Review - The Let Them Theory
    Feb 3 2025

    Ever wondered how some authors manage to create such a powerful movement that readers literally tattoo their words on their bodies?

    In this episode, I'm diving into Mel Robbins' latest book, The Let Them Theory – and sharing why it's not just another self-help book but a practical tool taking the world by storm.

    Listen to discover:
    • My journey with Mel's work - from discovering The 5 Second Rule to being featured in her interview and receiving a personally signed book
    • How Mel tests her theories through real-world application before turning them into books - a brilliant strategy for aspiring authors
    • The power of maintaining an authentic voice throughout your writing
    • Why the 'Let Them Theory' is more than just a concept
    • The importance of creating a movement your readers want to be part of - hello, tattoos!

    This episode unpacks the brilliance behind the book and offers valuable insights for authors looking to create meaningful connections with their readers.

    I’m certain you can apply Mel’s approach to your own writing journey – and maybe even inspire a few tattoos along the way!

    Further resources from me

    Sign up for the Write Stuff newsletter 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.

    Connect with Steph:

    Website: https://stephcaswell.com/

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

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

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creatinghappywriters

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

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    32 mins

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