From Dance Floors to Bookstores

Today, I have two incredible authors, both with unique stories.

One has gone from classroom to bestseller: The Journey of K.A. Martin

The other has gone from dance floors to bookstores: Nikki Elise’s Inspiring Journey

Let’s start with K.A. Martin and her journey 👇️ 

Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn an everyday passion into something extraordinary? Meet K.A. Martin, a former primary school teacher who transformed her love of storytelling into The Portal Door Adventures, a magical children's book that inspires imagination and teaches life’s most valuable lessons.

Lessons for Aspiring Authors

K.A. Martin’s journey is packed with inspiration and tips that every writer can learn from:

💡 Draw from Life’s Inspiration:
Her journey began with a simple writing exercise to help her son improve his skills. What started as a small gesture turned into a captivating story of bravery, magic, and friendship. If you're stuck on what to write, look to the everyday moments—they might spark your next bestseller.

💡 Overcoming Writer’s Block:
Whenever she hit a creative wall, Martin stepped away, letting her thoughts simmer before returning with fresh eyes. Writing doesn’t have to be a race—sometimes, breaks are just what you need.

💡 Write with Purpose:
Her book is not just a fantasy adventure—it’s packed with moral lessons like resilience, bravery, and the power of friendship. As an author, think about the deeper message your story could convey.

Why Publish Your Story?

For K.A. Martin, publishing wasn’t just about the book—it was about showing her son that dreams are possible. Your story could inspire not only your readers but also those closest to you.

PublishingPush was proud to be part of K.A. Martin’s journey, offering support from cover design to typesetting to global distribution. It’s a reminder that publishing doesn’t have to be daunting; with the right team, it can be an exciting step toward reaching your audience.

What Makes The Portal Door Adventures Special?

The book is filled with vivid descriptions, imaginative characters, and relatable themes that resonate with children and adults alike. As Martin says, "Curiosity, discovery, creativity, and imagination are essential qualities in life, especially for children."

Your Story Deserves to Be Told

Whether you’re crafting a children’s book, a memoir, or a novel, your words hold the power to change lives. Take a page from K.A. Martin’s book: embrace your creativity, trust your voice, and take that leap into publishing.

Ready to make your story a reality? We’re here to help.

From Dance Floors to Bookstores: Nikki Elise’s Inspiring Journey

Ever feel like your life is a mix of unexpected twists and endless chapters waiting to be written? Nikki Elise, former DJ turned author, knows this feeling all too well. Her debut book, Once Upon a DJ, takes readers through the highs, lows, and unforgettable beats of her career in music and radio—while offering lessons that resonate far beyond the dance floor.

Here’s what writers like you can take away from her story:

1. Your Past Is Your Greatest Inspiration

For Nikki, her life in the 90s rave scene and a decade-long radio career became the backdrop for her book. Whether you’re writing fiction or nonfiction, your lived experiences—no matter how chaotic—can be a goldmine for stories that readers connect with.

📝 Takeaway: Look at your own life for stories worth telling. What experiences have shaped who you are today?

2. Start Messy, Edit Ruthlessly

Nikki candidly admits she wrote 20 chapters and then learned the hard way about editing, structure, and pacing. Writing is often the easy part—it’s the endless editing that refines your story.

📝 Takeaway: Writing a book isn’t about perfecting it the first time. It’s about sticking with it through the messy middle and polishing it into something great.

3. Break the Rules and Own Your Voice

Unlike many authors, Nikki deliberately avoided reading similar DJ memoirs. Why? She wanted her voice, humour, and unique perspective to shine without outside influence.

📝 Takeaway: Write your story in your own way. Readers will connect with your authenticity.

4. Writing Can Be Healing

Nikki’s book isn’t just a memoir—it’s also a message. From raising awareness about hearing health to sharing her family’s journey with autism, her story inspires others to embrace challenges and find new beginnings.

📝 Takeaway: Writing isn’t just about publishing—it’s about making sense of your journey and sharing what you’ve learned with the world.

5. It’s Never Too Late to Reinvent Yourself

Life threw Nikki curveballs that forced her to pivot—multiple times. From DJing to broadcasting to parenting to authoring, she proves that reinvention is always possible.

📝 Takeaway: Don’t let fear or self-doubt stop you from pursuing your dream of writing. Your next chapter could be your best yet.

Why Publish Your Story?

Your book could be the connection, the lesson, or the inspiration someone else needs. Like Nikki, you might not feel "qualified" at first, but the truth is, your story matters.

At PublishingPush, we’re here to make the process smoother—so you can focus on creating while we care for everything else.

Ready to make your mark?
Let Nikki’s story remind you: it’s never too late to write, publish, and share your voice with the world.

We’re here to help.

Patrick ✌️