Overview
When you type "The End," your journey as an author is only beginning. Publishing makes your book available, but presenting it professionally and connecting it with readers is what gives it a real chance to succeed.
That's where I come in.
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EXPERIENCE YOU CAN TRUST
I've been in publishing since 2002 and, for the past seven years, I've specialized in helping independent authors bring their books to market with confidence.
In that time, I've guided hundreds of authors, across genres, in strengthening the way their books are presented to readers and positioned for success in an ever-changing marketplace, with many reaching Amazon’s Top 100.
I understand what it's like to feel overwhelmed by technical details, uncertain about whether you're making the right choices, and unsure how to stand out in a crowded marketplace.
My role is to take that stress off your plate and make the process clear, structured, and achievable.
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HOW I HELP
I focus on the key elements that shape how readers discover, perceive, and connect with your book—uniting the strategic details that enhance discoverability with the creative presentation and communication that sustain genuine reader connection.
When we work together, you'll gain:
• Clarity on what's working, and what could be refined, across your book's key presentation elements: description, cover, and author bio.
• Research-based keyword and category optimization that strengthens your book’s positioning for discovery.
• Optional guidance for building and maintaining meaningful connections with your readers.
Whether you're preparing to publish or relaunching an existing title, I’ll meet you where you are and guide you forward.
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MY APPROACH
There are no magic formulas or one-click solutions when it comes to book marketing. Success is never guaranteed, and anyone who promises otherwise isn’t being fair to you.
What I can guarantee is that I’ll bring over two decades of publishing knowledge, a strategic eye for what works on Amazon, and a commitment to giving your book the best professional foundation possible.
My goal is to make the publishing process easier, less confusing, and more rewarding, so you can focus on what you do best: writing great books for your readers.
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READY TO BEGIN?
If you want your book presented with the same level of care that went into writing it, I'd love to help. Together, we'll ensure your book stands out for all the right reasons: polished, professional, and ready for readers.
If you'd like to discuss your project, please reach out.
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Services
Fiction
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Certifications
- Udacity Digital Marketing Nanodegree
Work experience
Independent Publishing Company
Technical Editor
The Vindicator
Various
Self-Employed
Projects
Bestseller Status for Newly Published Novel, Keep Close
Kristen Wade came to me for assistance with the marketing of her novel Keep Close. Previously an award-winning screenplay, Wade wanted to publish the story in novel form.
During our collaboration, she sought my assistance with the creation of her description as well as metadata optimization (keyword and category research.)
Just two weeks after the novels publication, the author contacted me with the good news that her novel had reached number status in one category and top ten in another.
Saving Schrodinger's Cat Metadata and Description
This was the second time that Mark and I worked together. During this collaboration, I mainly concentrated on researching the metadata for this thriller science fiction novel as well as writing an attention-grabbing description.
The City of Infinite Life - All-Around Marketing
When working with J.M., we went over all aspects of her marketing. This involved providing her with a marketing plan, researching her metadata, and writing a compelling and gripping description.
Number One New Release for Thailand for Couples
During my time collaborating with David, I worked on many aspects of his marketing including researching the keywords and categories that he had a better chance at dominating on Amazon. In addition, I also wrote a description designed to draw in shoppers and tempt them to buy this niche-specific travel guide.
The collaboration proved to produce good results when, shortly after its release, David's book achieved number one status in the optimally targeted Bangkok Travel Guides category.
The Saracen Storm Number One Bestseller Status
I worked with the author on many aspects of their marketing, including a marketing plan and metadata optimization. Several months after the conclusion of our collaboration his title was number one on the History eBooks of Spain & Portugal chart on Amazon.
Metadata and Description for The Postflop Poker Workbook
For this nonfiction title, I performed various tasks for the author including writing his book's description and researching its metadata. Days after its publication, his book became the #1 New Release in the Puzzle and Game Reference category on Amazon.
Myface Novella Marketing and Description
Author Kevin Landt worked with me on the marketing of his novella Myface. This included tasking me with creating the description for his book. In writing this description, I endeavored to build interest and intrigue around the story of social media sensation Angela Fox, who has suddenly taken the world by storm and, in the process, greatly impacted the lives of several strangers.
Reedsy Author Success Story Feature
Author Chris Selwyn James was featured on the Reedsy blog for the success that he saw with the release of his book Panik. Because I was his marketer, I was also spotlighted in the article and credited with being an instrumental part of the reason why his book was able to reach a ranking of #3 on Amazon within a category that I had advised him to choose.
Heart of the Island Marketing and Description
The author of the Project Adventure series contacted me to assist him with marketing for his new middle-grade fiction book series. This included writing a description for Book One.
Psychology of Final Fantasy Marketing and Description
During our collaboration, which included many aspects of marketing assistance, Anthony M. Bean, PhD also hired me to write the description for his book that's geared toward video gamers, as well as scholars, researchers, and professionals in fields including Psychology, Psychiatry, Communication Studies, and Gaming Design.
Feel Good X Corp Description
Author Bhada Sinhaphalin was so happy with the job that I had done writing the description for his previous book that he hired me once again to write the description for the next installment to his Feel Good X series.
Feel Good X Teens Description
In addition to hiring me to perform several other marketing tasks, author Bhada Sinhaphalin also had me write the description for his self-help book/workbook geared toward teens.
Hot New Release for Panik
Following our collaboration, which included metadata optimization, author Chris Selwyn James found that his book Panik had landed on Amazon's Hot New Releases chart in three separate categories that he was advised to choose.
Hot New Release for No Be From Hia
Following our collaboration, which included a marketing plan and metadata optimization, author Natasha Omokhodion-Kalulu Banda found that her book No Be From Hia had achieved a ranking of number 2 on Amazon's Hot New Releases chart for one of the categories that she was advised to choose.
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