​Warren Publishing

Providing excellence in hybrid publishing since 1988, Warren Publishing is the number one indie publisher in the Carolinas. We specialize in providing a caring and vibrant publishing process where ideas are nurtured and authors receive personal attention. We accept submissions of trade fiction (thrillers, women’s fiction, historical fiction, romance, sci-fi/fantasy), literary fiction, nonfiction, memoir, self-help, poetry, children’s books, business books, and more. Click here.

Launch My Book

Launch My Book helps authors with all aspects of the book publishing and promotion process. Copyediting, interior layout, cover design, distribution on Amazon and Ingram Spark—you name it; we do it! We have a suite of marketing services to offer so you can promote your book with confidence: get an author website, go on a virtual book tour, get your book in front of half-a-million readers, plus more. We are a family company and consider our authors to be part of that family—we publish and promote your book with the same level of care you took to write it, providing expert guidance along every step in the process. Click here.

Hybrid Global Publishing

Hybrid Global Publishing was founded to provide innovative options for talented authors to publish on a level playing field with traditional publishers. The team has a combined 80 years of experience in the publishing industry, having published more than 1,400 authors since 2008. We make publishing easier and more profitable by managing all the details and complexities of production, distribution, marketing, and sales. It starts with an idea for your book and then the delivery of your manuscript to providing support and other promotional capabilities for worldwide distribution. Hybrid Global Publishing is a one-stop-shop for entrepreneurs, coaches, speakers, and authors to provide a complete publishing experience. Click here.

​GracePoint Publishing

At GracePoint Publishing, we believe in your potential to make a difference. Our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way, from writing and publishing to distribution and marketing. Together, we will accelerate your impact, amplify your inspiration, and transform your dreams into reality. Click here.

FriesenPress

FriesenPress is a 100% employee-owned publishing services provider that offers editing, design, production, audiobooks, and promotional support to authors looking to self-publish. Our mission is to embrace each book as our own and empower our authors to share their best stories with the world. To date, we’ve partnered with thousands of authors and have published over 10,000 titles (and counting). Click here.

Luminare Press

Luminare Press offers a wide range of options for authors who want to publish professionally while keeping full control of their work and 100% of the royalty. We are a professional team of designers, editors, and publishing experts who help both first-time and experienced authors publish their books, offering personalized services for whatever level of help is needed. Click here.

Bold Authors Network

Welcome to the Bold Authors Network, where we’re all about transforming anxious authors into proud promoters. If you’re eager to see your book grab the spotlight, you’re in exactly the right place. Our goal? To arm you with the smarts and strategies to boost your book’s visibility and sales—and to make sure you have a blast doing it. Our secret sauce: the 4-Hour/Week Book Promotion Strategy for Big Visibility. It’s our proven plan that shows you how to make a big impact with just a few focused hours each week. Perfect for anyone looking to promote their book without it taking over their life. Click here.

5 Two Press

5 Two Press, LLC, is an independent publishing house specializing in memoir and educational nonfiction with a strong narrative voice. Founded by Sharissa Bradley, 5 Two Press was created to amplify meaningful stories and provide authors with a safe, structured pathway from manuscript to market. At its core, 5 Two Press blends heart-centered storytelling with strong business systems—helping authors publish work that is both meaningful and market-ready. Click here.

Your Book is Your Hook!

Your Book Is Your Hook! is a full service consulting practice serving book writers, screenwriters, playwrights and wannabes as well as the entire publishing industry. Services include clinics, webinars and workshops plus 1:1 consulting for writing, editing, marketing and getting published (all 5 ways!). Click here.

Resilient Writers

Resilient Writers helps novelists, memoirists and creative nonfiction writers finish their books and create a writing life they love! Our First Book Finish program supports writers through the full book completion process: drafting, revision & editing, publication and promotion. Be sure to check out The Resilient Writers Radio Show wherever you listen to podcasts! Click here.

Wonderlady Books

Wonderlady Books has been helping authors through the self-publishing process since 2012, from finished manuscript through well-published book, getting up online in an easy, step-by-step way with a guide on the side. We work with authors 1:1 and offer workshops and courses on self-publishing. We work with all kinds of genres. Click here.

Ignite & Write by Roxanne McCarty-O’Kane

Every great book begins with a spark—an idea that refuses to stay quiet. But for many aspiring authors, that spark can get lost in the noise of self-doubt, overwhelm, or uncertainty about where to start. Whether you’re at the very beginning of your writing journey or deep in the messy middle of your manuscript, The Mindful Author will help you rediscover your voice and your “why.” Click here.

Children’s Book Mastery

Discover how to successfully plan, write, publish and market your children’s books and more! Publishing a children’s book can seem like a nightmare. Our expert video sessions make publishing books for kids a dream. Click here.

Karen Gruber Coaching

Karen Gruber Coaching helps authors and mission-driven entrepreneurs move from idea to finished book and beyond. We blend craft, publishing preparation, and platform strategy with soul-aligned business mentoring so your message lands with readers and fuels sustainable income. Click here.

 Midnight Editors

Midnight Editors, founded by Lauren Wise in 2009, pairs voice-first editing with publishing strategy for authors going indie, hybrid, or traditional. Lauren brings 20+ years as a journalist and book editor, including 12+ years with hybrid publishers She Writes Press and SparkPress, and has helped bring hundreds of books to publication. Click here.

Sue Toth Editing Services

Sue offers coaching programs for fiction and nonfiction authors. These involve helping authors get “unstuck” from a rough patch of the process or ongoing support throughout the entire writing process. She also offers developmental and line editing packages for authors with completed manuscripts. All of her services can be used for both fiction and nonfiction. Click here.

TLC Book Design

TLC Book Design is a full-service book design and publishing studio led by founder Tamara Dever alongside designers Erin and Monica. They offer custom book cover and interior design, children’s book design, editorial services, illustration, and printing and ebook production for fiction, nonfiction, and children’s titles. TLC works with both indie authors and traditional or hybrid publishers, and every project is custom-created for its market with no templates involved. With 80+ combined years of experience, 300+ design and publishing awards, and 750+ books to their name, they become a true partner in getting your book over the finish line.  Click here.

Beyond Design Books

Beyond Design International is the studio of award-winning graphic designer Tamian Wood, with over 20 years of experience helping authors get their projects noticed. Tamian specializes in book cover design and interior page layout, and also offers billboard and exhibit design, package design, ad design, and corporate identity work. Author friends rave about her quick communication, creative ideas, and genuine collaboration throughout the process. She offers a free 30-minute consultation to talk through what your project needs. Click here.

Fresh Design 

Fresh Design is the studio of Michelle Fairbanks, a book designer and artist on Vancouver Island with over 25 years of design experience and nearly a decade focused specifically on book covers. Inspired by the ocean and forest around her, Michelle creates simple, clean, and beautiful covers tailored to each genre, from children’s books and fiction to leadership, self-help, and nonfiction. She has designed dozens of titles (more than 70 during her time with Booktrope alone) and brings the same care to interior layouts and ebook design. Author friends love how easy she is to work with and how supported they feel through every step of the process. If you want a fresh, genre-right cover for your book, Michelle would love to hear about your project. Click here.

Berry Graphics

Berry Graphics is the design studio of Elizabeth Berry MacKenney, specializing in book cover design across fiction genres including cozy mysteries, romance, suspense, thrillers, and general fiction. Beyond covers, Elizabeth designs ebook and print covers, audiobook and CD packaging, catalogs, and print collateral, and she partners with both indie authors and publishers like Briley & Baxter Publications. Her work is genre-savvy and market-ready, built to help your book connect with the right readers at both full size and thumbnail. If you are looking for a cover that fits your genre and stands out on the shelf, Elizabeth is ready to help. Click here.

Marcia Fabara

Marcia Fabara is a designer and hand-lettering artist based in Barrie, Ontario, with a signature talent for covers where the typography itself tells the story. Her tagline says it all: let’s make letters talk. Marcia offers lettering book covers, illustration, editorial design, and brand and graphic design, bringing an artful, custom-lettered touch to every project. She works collaboratively, starting with your idea and brainstorming the connections, style, and purpose before bringing it to life. If your book calls for beautiful, expressive lettering and a designer who treats your story as art, Marcia is a wonderful fit. Click here.

Arash Jahani

Arash Jahani is a book cover designer, formatter, and illustrator with 11 years of experience, more than 400 books designed, and collaborations with over 70 publishers. He offers cover design across every genre, interior formatting for print and ebook, and children’s book illustration spanning picture books to graphic novels. Author friends consistently praise his quick turnaround (an initial design in under 48 hours), his patience through revisions, and his gift for bringing a vision to life. With unlimited editing and no payment until you confirm, working with Arash is collaborative and low-pressure from start to finish. If you want an experienced designer who treats every cover as a unique challenge, reach out to Arash. Click here.

Miblart

Miblart is a book cover design studio built for indie and self-publishing authors, with a team of senior designers (including Julia) who each specialize in different genres and techniques. They create covers across every genre, from fantasy and romance to thriller and nonfiction, plus illustrated covers, print and ebook formatting, and author merch design. Their process is refreshingly author-friendly: no prepayment, unlimited revisions, a creative director who analyzes your genre and market, and two concepts to choose from within days. And if you don’t love it, they cancel the project free of charge. If you want a professional, genre-right cover without the guesswork, Miblart is a trusted partner. Click here.

Angela Gooliaff

Angela Gooliaff is an illustrator, author, and creative based in Vancouver, BC, best known for warm, character-rich children’s book illustration. As a freelance illustrator for FriesenPress, she has illustrated over 35 books, and she also works as a muralist, visual artist, and voice over actor. Angela brings stories to life through expressive, kid-friendly visual storytelling, whether she is illustrating a picture book or painting expansive wall art. She loves a true creative partnership and takes the time to understand the heart of your story. If your children’s book needs an illustrator who brings characters to life with warmth and personality, connect with Angela. Click here.

PSDesigns

PSDesigns, led by Praise Saflor, offers professional book design for authors, publishers, and self-publishers, with a special heart for quality reading materials for younger generations. The studio specializes in eye-catching cover design and flawless interior layouts, making sure your hard work is never let down by a faulty cover or a poorly designed page. Their process is simple and supportive: submit your materials, and the team reviews everything and returns thoughtful feedback along with a personalized quote. If you want a designer who treats your book like the masterpiece it is, PSDesigns is ready to partner with you. Click here.

Designerbility

Designerbility is the studio of Julia Kuris, an Australian designer with 20 years of experience creating covers that sell for some of Australia’s leading authors and entrepreneurs. Julia’s philosophy is that a cover should be show-worthy and beautiful while also connecting with readers and driving sales both online and in stores. She brings a brand strategist’s eye to every project, making sure your cover does more than just look good. She likes to start with a relaxed Zoom chat to talk through your book and your goals. If you want a cover designed to attract readers and move books, book a time with Julia. Click here.

Bread + Clutter

Bread + Clutter is the studio of Lindsay Ford, an award-winning author and illustrator based on Vancouver Island who blends storytelling, illustration, and education. Lindsay offers professional children’s book illustration, including character development, full-page illustrations, custom commissions, and end-to-end author-illustrator projects for picture books, early readers, and chapter books. She also leads literacy workshops and school visits, bringing a rich understanding of how kids connect with stories to every project. Her illustration style is warm, character-driven, and rooted in community. If you want an illustrator who understands both the art and the heart of children’s books, Lindsay is a beautiful choice. Click here.

Jenny Nutbourne

Jenny Nutbourne is a UK-based children’s book illustrator with a soft, story-driven watercolour style. Trained through the Illustrating Children’s Book Diploma at London Art College, she has illustrated published children’s titles and brings recognizable, lovingly rendered characters and scenes to the page. Her work shines in picture books and illustrated chapter books where charm and warmth matter most. Jenny shares her artwork and process on Instagram, where you can get a feel for her style and reach out about your project. If your story is looking for gentle, heartfelt illustration, Jenny is worth a follow and a hello. Click here.

Elizabeth Young

Elizabeth Young is a freelance book designer and art director with 20 years of experience turning complex content into clear, visually engaging design. She specializes in design systems, course books, manuals, and instructional tools, making her an ideal partner for nonfiction authors, educators, and businesses with content-heavy books. Elizabeth brings a clean aesthetic, a keen eye for nuance, and strategic content organization to every project, having worked on hundreds of custom course books and informational materials. If your book or learning materials need expert structure and polished design, Elizabeth is a strong fit. Click here.

Creative Blueprint Design

Creative Blueprint Design is the studio of Susi Clark, a designer with 20 years of experience and more than 260 books designed, printed, and published. Susi offers book cover design and interior formatting, Amazon KDP and self-publishing assistance, plus logo and brand design, lead magnets, annual reports, and marketing collateral. Known for her attention to detail, functional simplicity, and dedicated work ethic, she walks author friends through the publishing process step by step and even guarantees your upload to Amazon. When you work with Susi, you get clarity, support, and a finished book you are proud to share. If you want a designer and self-publishing partner all in one, Susi is ready to help. Click here.

Lulu

Lulu is a self-publishing and print-on-demand platform that puts you in control. Since 2002, Lulu has empowered over two million authors, creators, educators, and businesses from all over the world to publish, print, and prosper. With Lulu’s global distribution network, direct sales solutions, and industry-leading print-on-demand technology, writers can share their stories while growing their brand, audience, and bank account. Click here.

PublishDrive

Easily self-publish ebooks, audiobooks, and print books to thousands of stores worldwide. One click, publish everywhere. Click here.

MCRL Printers

Whether you’re printing your first or fifteenth book, MCRL’s offset printing team takes the time to answer questions, share recommendations, and manage the itty bitty details. Self-publishers will also appreciate our competitive pricing, high-quality standards, and environmental focus. Click here.

The Audiobook Experience

Ready to create your audiobook? We are too. The Audiobook Experience is a boutique audiobook production company providing a custom recording experience for authors. We work with authors who want to narrate their own books … and those who definitely do not! Our options include: a Vermont Recording Retreat (most books can be recorded in less than a week!); Personalized Casting Experience, giving you a direct connection to your narrator; Partner Studio recording when you are not able to travel to Vermont; and even Home Recording options. Click here.

Bublish

Bublish is a one-stop solution for authors who want to self-publish high-quality books, distribute and market them effectively, and fully monetize their work. Click here.

Twin Flames Studios

Twin Flames Studios helps experts, creators, and thought leaders turn their voice into audiobooks and books that last. Click here.

Miblart

Miblart is the go-to book cover design company for indie authors. They transform your book cover into your #1 marketing tool, crafting designs that resonate with your genre and captivate your target audience—all at an affordable price! Click here.

Book Award Pro

Book Award Pro is how authors find the perfect reviews and awards for their books. Trusted by authors and professionals around the globe, Book Award Pro operates the world’s largest database of legitimate reviews and awards. AI technology curates accolades specific to your book. The Free Plan ($0/month) finds review and award opportunities specific for your book. Every week, discover new legitimate accolades. Click here.

Abundantly Social

Abundantly Social is an award-winning Social Media Marketing agency for authors and small businesses. We specialize in every aspect of book publication, book promotion, digital marketing, and creating Amazon Best Sellers. Click here.

Launch My Book

Launch My Book helps authors with all aspects of the book publishing and promotion process. Copyediting, interior layout, cover design, distribution on Amazon and Ingram Spark—you name it, we do it! We have a suite of marketing services to offer so you can promote your book with confidence: get an author website, go on a virtual book tour, get your book in front of half-a-million readers, plus more. We are a family company and consider our authors to be part of that family—we publish and promote your book with the same level of care you took to write it, providing expert guidance along every step in the process. Click here.

Written Word Media

Written Word Media makes effective book marketing easy for authors. Send your book to targeted lists of readers with email promos on brands like Freebooksy and Bargain Booksy, or schedule your Facebook or Amazon ad campaign in as little as five minutes. Join over 37,000 authors who have built their careers with Written Word Media. Click here.

Chanticleer Reviews & Int’l Book Awards

Discover What Sets Your Book Apart: Chanticleer Book Reviews transforms good books into discoverable ones through editorial reviews, the Chanticleer International Book Awards (CIBAs), and comprehensive editorial support. Our SEO-optimized strategies help you reach global audiences and connect with your ideal readers. Great books need great validation. Our hand-picked editors deliver expert feedback while being fairly compensated—quality that consistently drives visibility and recognition. You’ve invested too much in your book to leave discovery to chance. Click here.

Reader Views

Reader Views has been bringing indie books to the spotlight since 2005, offering professional reviews, author interviews, publicity campaigns, and the annual Reader Views Literary Awards to recognize excellence in independent publishing. We work with self-published authors, small presses, and independent publishing professionals who want credible reviews and meaningful visibility. Whether you’re preparing for your first book launch or managing an established catalog, Reader Views provides affordable, practical services that help your book get noticed. Click here.

Authentic Book Reviews

Authentic Book Reviews was created to solve one of the biggest challenges authors face—getting real, verified reviews. This peer-to-peer community connects writers who support one another by reading and reviewing each other’s books, all within Amazon’s guidelines. Using a simple point-based system, members can quickly earn and request reviews without paying per review or compromising authenticity. The result? More visibility, more credibility, and more opportunities for success in the publishing world. Click here.

ProWritingAid

ProWritingAid helps you craft, polish, and elevate every part of your writing. From sentence-level improvements to full manuscript feedback, our reports and in-depth analysis give you a complete view of your work. Whether you’re editing your first chapter or final draft, ProWritingAid’s story editing tools guide you toward a story readers won’t forget. Click here.

BookFunnel

BookFunnel is an eBook and Audiobook Delivery Service for Indie Authors and Small Publishers. Whether it’s delivering your reader magnet, sending out advanced copies of your book, handing out ebooks at a conference, or fulfilling your digital sales to readers, BookFunnel does it all. Click here.

Twin Flames Studio

Twin Flames amplifies leads, sales, and influence for businesses as a global leader in audiobook production, publishing, podcasting, and vocal leadership. With our special blend of industry expertise, creativity, and proven track record of excellence, your voice will reach more people by expanding into audio-based media. Click here.

Zoundy

Zoundy will help you execute a professional audiobook launch, sell more books, get more reviews, build a targeted audience, cross-market your titles/formats/products, and so much more. Click here.

Publisher Rocket

Publisher Rocket is the ultimate tool for authors to optimize their book listings and dominate the Amazon marketplace. Click here.

StoryOrigin

StoryOrigin is a marketing tool and community of authors that work together to find reviewers, build mailing lists, increase sales, and stay on top of deadlines. Click here.

Book Sirens

Launch your books with more reviews. Get more Amazon, Goodreads, & BookBub reviews from your ARC readers and our community of 51,000+ book reviewers & influencers. Click here.

Marketecs Engine

Marketecs Engine is an all-in-one marketing and automation software platform that helps authors and publishing professionals stop duct-taping tools together and start running their business from one place.Click here.

17Hats – Your All-in-One Business Command Center

If juggling contracts, invoices, client follow-ups, and to-do lists has you feeling more like a full-time admin than a creative entrepreneur, 17Hats is about to be your new BFF. Click here.

Ripple VAs

Ripple VAs is a Philippine-based virtual assistant agency who aims to provide help for coaches, business owners, and realtors who are in dire need of assistance in various tasks. Click here.

Author Anchor

Author Anchor connects you with top-tier, trained virtual assistants from the Philippines—so you can run your author business like a pro. Click here.

Editorial Freelancers Association

The EFA is the largest and oldest professional organization of editorial freelancers in the US and has grown to serve members from all over the world. As a freelancer, you owe it to yourself to be a part of our organization, which is dedicated to supporting your professional development and freelance career. Independent careers thrive in community! Click Here!

Freelance Editor’s Club

Founded by professional editor and coach Tara Whitaker, the Freelance Editors Club is a supportive membership community for editors who want to grow thriving, sustainable businesses. Members gain access to expert trainings, business resources, monthly coworking sessions, and a network of peers who understand the unique challenges of freelance editing. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale, the Club helps editors build confidence, systems, and success on their own terms. Click here.

Pub Site – Websites Built for Authors
Designed specifically for authors, Pub Site makes it easy to create a professional website that showcases your books and grows your platform. Save $5/month for a year. $14.99/month. Sign up for a 14-day risk-free trial for new customers to test it out before you commit.

SiteGround – Reliable Hosting with Stellar Support
Need a fast, secure website host? SiteGround is our go-to for authors and small businesses who want peace of mind. Click here.

Kit (formerly ConvertKit) – Email & Sales Made for Creators
Built with authors in mind, Kit helps you grow your list, sell books and digital products, and run powerful email campaigns—all in one clean, creator-friendly platform. Click here.

MailerLite – Email Marketing Made Easy
From automations to beautiful templates, MailerLite helps you build and connect with your audience—without the tech headache. Click here.

Mighty Networks – Build Your Own Author Community
Create a thriving hub for your readers, clients, or membership. Mighty Networks lets you own the space where your community connects. Click here.

Marketecs Engine

Marketecs Engine is an all-in-one marketing and automation software platform that helps authors and publishing professionals stop duct-taping tools together and start running their business from one place.Click here.

ThriveCart – The Checkout Platform That Sells For You
If you are ready to sell your books, courses, or coaching packages without wrestling a pile of clunky tech, ThriveCart gives you high-converting checkout pages, upsells, and built-in affiliate tools all in one place. Click here.