60 acast.com Publishing Pathways: An inside look at authors’ book journeys https://shows.acast.com/publishing-pathways-an-inside-look-at-authors-book-journeys en Springer Nature academic book publishing,book authors,publishing journey Springer Nature At The Researcher's Source, we share tools, insights and strategies to support researchers through every stage of the publishing journey, helping them publish meaningfully and make a lasting impact.

As part of that mission, our new three-part podcast series, Publishing Pathways, takes a deep dive into book authors' publishing journeys.

Across the series, three authors reflect on their personal publishing experiences and share their insights and tips. During these fascinating conversations, we take a practical look at all aspects of the process, covering topics like publishing for the first time, identifying your work's purpose and audience, and deciding on the right format for your book. We’ll also demystify the sometimes daunting task of promoting your book once it’s been published. 



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]]> At The Researcher's Source, we share tools, insights and strategies to support researchers through every stage of the publishing journey, helping them publish meaningfully and make a lasting impact.

As part of that mission, our new three-part podcast series, Publishing Pathways, takes a deep dive into book authors' publishing journeys.

Across the series, three authors reflect on their personal publishing experiences and share their insights and tips. During these fascinating conversations, we take a practical look at all aspects of the process, covering topics like publishing for the first time, identifying your work's purpose and audience, and deciding on the right format for your book. We’ll also demystify the sometimes daunting task of promoting your book once it’s been published. 



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]]> false Christabell Ndive info+6aa27ef17d9d1b1678ae7ce2@mg-eu.acast.com 6aa27ef17d9d1b1678ae7ce2 publishing-pathways-an-inside-look-at-authors-book-journeys episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/6aa27ef17d9d1b1678ae7ce2/1789037598531-c0aee6a2-ba6b-4e4e-83df-134ce49c487f.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/publishing-pathways-an-inside-look-at-authors-book-journeys Publishing Pathways: An inside look at authors’ book journeys How to maximise the impact of your book How to maximise the impact of your book Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:27:07 GMT 11:52 6aa2819f7d9d1b1678af2b11 false https://shows.acast.com/publishing-pathways-an-inside-look-at-authors-book-journeys/episodes/how-to-maximise-the-impact-of-your-book 6aa2819f7d9d1b1678af2b11 6aa27ef17d9d1b1678ae7ce2 how-to-maximise-the-impact-of-your-book full 3 It’s widely acknowledged that many authors shy away from self-promotion, preferring to focus on their research. But now isn’t the time for modesty! For your work to make a real difference, it needs to reach the widest possible audience.

In this episode, Charles Athanasopoulos, author of Black Iconoclasm, shares how he successfully promoted his book and the impact this visibility has had on the community - including winning multiple awards.

Here's a summary of the key topics from the conversation. You can also listen to the full podcast below.

  • Why promoting your book matters
  • Choosing the right home for your book
  • Practical tips to help you widen the reach of your published book

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]]> It’s widely acknowledged that many authors shy away from self-promotion, preferring to focus on their research. But now isn’t the time for modesty! For your work to make a real difference, it needs to reach the widest possible audience.

In this episode, Charles Athanasopoulos, author of Black Iconoclasm, shares how he successfully promoted his book and the impact this visibility has had on the community - including winning multiple awards.

Here's a summary of the key topics from the conversation. You can also listen to the full podcast below.

  • Why promoting your book matters
  • Choosing the right home for your book
  • Practical tips to help you widen the reach of your published book

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]]>  The Right Fit: Choosing a Book Format  The Right Fit: Choosing a Book Format Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:17:19 GMT 9:29 6aa2813ea6e9aef4cc795d4a false https://shows.acast.com/publishing-pathways-an-inside-look-at-authors-book-journeys/episodes/the-right-fit-choosing-a-book-format 6aa2813ea6e9aef4cc795d4a 6aa27ef17d9d1b1678ae7ce2 the-right-fit-choosing-a-book-format full 2 Once you’ve established a clear purpose and audience for your book, the next step is deciding what type of book you wish to publish.

In this episode, Professor George Geroulakos, Editor of Mastering Endovascular Techniques, reflects on his experience of writing and publishing a textbook. Drawing on his perspective as both an author and editor, he discusses how different types of research align with different book formats, and how to choose the option that best fits your work and career goals. 

Here's a summary of the main topics discussed. You can also listen to the full podcast below.


  • Writing with your audience in mind
  • How to attract the interest of the audience
  • Deciding on the type of book that will serve your intended audience

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]]> Once you’ve established a clear purpose and audience for your book, the next step is deciding what type of book you wish to publish.

In this episode, Professor George Geroulakos, Editor of Mastering Endovascular Techniques, reflects on his experience of writing and publishing a textbook. Drawing on his perspective as both an author and editor, he discusses how different types of research align with different book formats, and how to choose the option that best fits your work and career goals. 

Here's a summary of the main topics discussed. You can also listen to the full podcast below.


  • Writing with your audience in mind
  • How to attract the interest of the audience
  • Deciding on the type of book that will serve your intended audience

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]]> Where to Start? Your First Book Where to Start? Your First Book Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:00:26 GMT 11:06 6aa280962e8bb8424c27eaa4 false https://shows.acast.com/publishing-pathways-an-inside-look-at-authors-book-journeys/episodes/where-to-start-your-first-book 6aa280962e8bb8424c27eaa4 6aa27ef17d9d1b1678ae7ce2 where-to-start-your-first-book full 1 There are many things to consider when starting your career as a researcher. Especially when it comes to publishing your first book.

In this episode, Rosalynd Southern, author of Memes and Politics in the UK, reflects on her first publishing experience. She shares why she chose Palgrave Macmillan, what surprised her during the process, and the benefits of publishing a book. A must‑listen for early career researchers thinking about writing a book and looking for practical advice to navigate the path to book publishing. 

Here's a summary of the key topics from the conversation. You can also listen to the full podcast below. This conversation touches on:

  • Developing your first book from a research topic
  • Finding the right home for your research 
  • Benefits of publishing in a book series

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]]> There are many things to consider when starting your career as a researcher. Especially when it comes to publishing your first book.

In this episode, Rosalynd Southern, author of Memes and Politics in the UK, reflects on her first publishing experience. She shares why she chose Palgrave Macmillan, what surprised her during the process, and the benefits of publishing a book. A must‑listen for early career researchers thinking about writing a book and looking for practical advice to navigate the path to book publishing. 

Here's a summary of the key topics from the conversation. You can also listen to the full podcast below. This conversation touches on:

  • Developing your first book from a research topic
  • Finding the right home for your research 
  • Benefits of publishing in a book series

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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