How Can I Help You?
I offer private, personalized support for every stage of your self-publishing journey — from first draft to final launch.
📚 Self-Publishing Success Program (6-Month Private Mentorship)
A personalized, guided program for Canadian authors who want to self-publish with confidence, clarity and resilience.
✅ Craft your roadmap — from story structure to final manuscript
✅ Navigate ISBNs, marketing, and publishing platforms like Amazon KDP and IngramSpark
✅ Build your author identity and create a book launch plan
✅ Monthly coaching calls + exclusive monthly check-in days for questions
✅ Mindset and resilience coaching to move through emotional blocks and stay motivated
✅ 6 months of personalized mentorship, proven strategies, and real support
📖 1:1 Self-Publishing Coaching
Need help with something specific?
I offer standalone coaching sessions to help you move forward with clarity and confidence — whether you’re stuck on your outline, confused about publishing platforms, planning your launch or need a little mindset boost.
🛠️ Free Resources for Canadian Authors
- Download my free Self-Publishing Checklist
- Blog posts & articles on writing, publishing, and marketing (coming soon)
Why Work with Me?
Self-publishing can feel overwhelming — so many decisions, so much conflicting advice, and a million little details that can make or break your book’s success.
That’s where I come in.
I’m Karen Dean, a bestselling self-published author who took my book We Are Unbreakable from an idea to a published book in just 41 days — and it became a Canadian bestseller.
We Are Unbreakable climbed as high as #52 out of all books on Amazon Canada (over 5 million titles), and it held the #1 spot in its category for over six months.
Beyond the rankings, the book generated five figures in revenue within its first six months — proving that self-publishing can be both creatively fulfilling and financially rewarding when done right.
I didn’t have a traditional publisher backing me.
I didn’t have a huge social media following.
I didn’t pay for ANY advertising.
I didn’t wait years for someone else's approval.
I made it happen — and I can show you how to do the same.
Now, through the Canada Writes Self-Publishing Success Program, I help aspiring authors cut through the confusion, overcome emotional blocks, and publish with power and confidence.
When you work with me, you’re not just getting another generic publishing course — you’re getting personalized, proven strategies tailored specifically for Canadian authors — with real mentorship, real encouragement, and real results.
Here’s How I Can Help You:
✅ Step-by-Step Guidance – I’ll walk you through the entire process, from ISBNs to book marketing.
✅ Canadian-Specific Insights – Many self-publishing guides are U.S.-focused. I’ll show you exactly how to navigate the Canadian market.
✅ Proven Book Launch Strategies – I’ll share what actually works to get your book into the hands of readers — not just theories, but battle-tested tactics.
✅ Real Talk, No Fluff – You’ll get straightforward, actionable advice, not vague generalities. I’ll keep you moving forward with clarity and confidence.
✅ Mindset and Resilience Support — Writing and sharing your story can bring up deep emotions and self-doubt. I’ll be there to help you stay strong, motivated, and connected to your bigger vision — even through the hard parts.
Your Story, Your Message, Your Legacy.
You’ve carried your story, your knowledge, and your dreams long enough.
It’s time to turn them into a book — a legacy that impacts others, elevates your brand, and creates opportunities you haven’t even imagined yet.
You don’t have to figure it out alone.
You just need someone who knows the way.
Let’s work together to bring your story to life — and into the hands of the people who need it most.
You were meant to be heard.
Let’s publish your story — together.
