Carla King is a travel writer, memoirist, and publishing coach who helps authors transform their stories into polished, professional books. A former Silicon Valley technical writer and internet innovator, she has been at the forefront of emerging writing technologies for decades. She was the first independent educator to teach authors how to self-publish professionally, establishing best practices long before it became mainstream. She has authored five publishing guides, wrote a column on publishing technologies for PBS MediaShift, and continues to lead the industry in AI-enhanced writing and publishing strategies. Today, she teaches nonfiction authors how to leverage AI for research, fact-checking, and publishing while maintaining credibility and creative control. As the founder of Your Publishing Compass, a yearlong program for fiction and nonfiction writers, she provides expert guidance on publishing, marketing, and AI-driven writing strategies. https://carlaking.com/