Today we’d like to introduce you to Author Dee Evans
Hi Author Dee, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
Before starting my publishing company, I worked part-time as a Life Coach for a practice I founded, “On the Go Life Coaching,” and as an Account Executive in sales for over a decade. I worked for Fortune companies like Yellow Pages, Coca-Cola Beverages, World Pay, and startups in the Fintech industries. Even though I enjoyed sales and had unlimited earning potential, I felt stagnant in my professional career as a young Black woman with several degrees. I no longer felt the same passion for what I was doing. During the pandemic, a client approached me to publish a book he had written. Despite initially declining, I eventually agreed after prayer, much consideration, and research. This experience inspired me to start writing for myself, since I always dreamed from a young age of writing a book. I have since written and published over 12 titles and 4 storytelling series. While writing my books, I was still working in the Fintech industry and coaching. When I was laid off from my role in the fintech industry, I felt like it was a sign from the Most High God for me to start my own publishing company. Rise2Write Publishing was born from my love of writing, passion for publishing, and desire to serve others. I sincerely believe in empowering individuals from minority backgrounds of all ages to share their talent and stories with the world through publishing.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It has not been a smooth road. I started my company after being laid off without business funding or grant money, building a publishing company from the ground up in no joke. I am still learning as I go and embracing all the challenges and lessons the publishing industry faces. It’s the only way to learn and not make the same mistake twice.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your business?
Rise2Write Publishing aims to inspire the next generation of aspiring minority authors and entrepreneurs to establish their legacy through publishing. At Rise2Write Publishing, we strive to publish quality literature that enlightens, empowers, and entertains readers of all ages. Our passion for writing and publishing stems from our desire to build generational wealth for our family, and we are excited to share our knowledge and expertise with authors looking to take their work to the next level. We envision a future where the literary landscape reflects the true diversity of our society and where readers of all backgrounds can find relatable stories that inspire, educate, and entertain. By actively seeking out and publishing books authentically representing marginalized communities’ experiences, cultures, and perspectives, we aim to break down barriers, challenge stereotypes, and foster empathy and understanding among readers of all backgrounds.
Our mission is to empower and elevate minority voices by publishing exceptional books that celebrate diversity, challenge stereotypes, and promote the underrepresented. We strive to enable Minorities of all ages to become Published Authors.
At Rise2Write Publishing, we specialize in offering Full-Service from start to finish, Seamless, High-Quality Publishing for Nonfiction, Fiction, and Children’s Books for eBooks, Paperback, and Hardcover, with publishing on over 16+ sites. We do not take royalties from you; we provide a white-glove service from beginning to end and offer the option of monthly payment installments.
Brand-wise, I am proud to be a Black-owned, Woman-owned, indie book publishing company building legacies through publishing, one author at a time.
At Rise2Write Publishing, our service offerings include ghostwriting, content creation, book editing, layouts/formatting, illustration, author page, author email, marketing, author coaching, and custom book design services tailored to your vision. We pride ourselves on making the publishing process seamless and easy, taking the stress out of becoming an author.
Let’s talk about our city – what do you love? What do you not love?
What I love best about Jville is being near the beach, enjoying the slower pace, family atmosphere, food, and abundant water. What I like the least is the high crime rate percentage.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.rise2write.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rise2write_/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rise2write
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Rise2WritePublishing
- Other: https://calendly.com/rise2write
