Self-Publishing: Bestselling Indie Later-in-Life Romance Author
When Caroline came to me for help in February 2025, she was traditionally published through HarperCollins UK—and that’s where I first had the privilege of editing her work. After rejections from her current publishers on her latest project, she decided to take control and self-publish. She wanted this story—a witty, heartwarming romcom for women over 60—to reach readers, no matter what. But her draft needed a sharper structure, tighter pacing, and a clear publishing strategy to make the leap from “great idea” to “bestseller”.
“Caroline decided to take control and self-publish.”
Together, we rebuilt Caroline’s story from the ground up—refining her narrative voice, strengthening her character arcs, and crafting a structure that made every chapter sing. We worked on positioning her book perfectly for the indie market, celebrating her unique niche and her readers’ appetite for authentic, heartwarming later-in-life love stories. With a clear strategy in place, we guided her through every stage of the self-publishing journey, from manuscript polish to confident launch.
The Result?
A polished, page-turning manuscript that shines with voice and heart
A winning title, with a hook and back cover blurb to match
A smart, strategic self-publishing plan built for commercial success
A launch that hit in the top 50 in her Amazon category and earned hundreds of glowing five-star reviews within weeks
A selection of Caroline’s glowing five-star reviews:
The Amazon storefront for Atticus Arnott’s Great Adventure can be found here.
“Working with Bonnie has been a game-changer—from the first developmental edit to the last dot on the proofread.”
Caroline proved that even after traditional rejections, the right editorial partnership can transform a great story into a commercial success.
Because when your book connects with the right readers—publishers’ opinions stop mattering.
If you’re dreaming of self-publishing but don’t want to do it alone, I offer a 1:1 self-publishing package to help you do it right—reach out and let’s get started.