In this episode of Demystifying Self-Publishing, author Karen Harmon shares her journey of self-publishing five books, including memoirs and fiction. Karen discusses her initial experiences with self-publishing, the challenges of writing about personal and family stories, and the importance of vulnerability in storytelling. She also talks about her transition into teaching memoir writing and how she helps others overcome their fears and barriers to writing. The conversation touches on the impact of the Me Too movement on her writing and the unique challenges of collaborating on a memoir with her sister. In this conversation, Karen Harmon shares her journey from memoir writing to fiction, discussing the healing power of storytelling and the importance of character development. She emphasizes the significance of social media engagement for authors and offers valuable advice for new self-publishers.