From writing & publishing advice to author interviews, the FriesenPress Blog is where you'll find industry-leading insights on all facets of self-publishing.
What makes a better book? It might have something to do with the people behind it. At FriesenPress, our employee-owners have a personal stake in every book we help bring into the world. We asked some of them how employee ownership shapes the way they work, collaborate and support our authors.
Read More“It’s truly rewarding to pair authors with the perfect editor or illustrator so that magic results.” In the latest edition of our Meet an Employee Owner series, we introduce Astra Crompton, our Editing & Illustrations Coordinator. An experienced author in her own right, Astra has helped guide literally thousands of author projects since joining FriesenPress in 2015.
Read More“I love that I’m part of a team that empowers authors’ creativity and helps them find a path for their books.” In this edition of our Meet an Employee Owner series, we introduce Marketing Manager, Brian Cliffen – one of the longtime voices behind the FriesenPress blog – educating aspiring writers on all things self-publishing and celebrating the successes of our many published authors.
Read More“One of the most rewarding aspects of my role is providing my authors with a confidence boost and acting as their cheerleader.” In this edition of our Meet an Employee Owner series, we introduce Rebekah Caris. A Promotions Specialist with an infectious enthusiasm that always gives a big boost to authors as they promote their books to their readers.
Read More“[Employee ownership] means everything. I see a big difference working for a company where we are employee owners and there’s not someone at the top collecting the profits.” In this edition of our Meet an Employee Owner series, we introduce Jodi Brown. A FriesenPress Book Designer who's shaped hundreds of author projects over the years with a sharp eye, a wellspring of creativity, and a real love of bookmaking.
Read More“I see it firstly as a responsibility, to make sure that the role we play in shaping the publishing industry is one we can be proud of.” In this edition of our Meet an Employee Owner series, we chat with Publishing Specialist Lucien Schraeder about what it means to be an employee owner, favourite books, publishing advice, and much more.
Read MoreMore than 11,000 authors have trusted us with their books, and for good reason: our employee owners bring a rare level of care to every project. Our new Meet an Employee Owner series introduces you to some of the amazing individuals working here at FriesenPress. In our first feature, we chat with Publishing Consultant Scott Donovan!
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