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Everyone
has heard the name and many think they KNOW all about the little literary
powerhouse that is Crushing Hearts and Black Butterfly Publishing. From its humble
beginning of one woman with a vision and 10 authors, to a three imprint
literary force with almost 100 signed authors under its belt, bestselling and
renowned authors, a reputation of being THE LEADING INDIE PUBLISHER, and
showing all the other “wanna be” publisher’s how to do it right. Yes, CHBB is
the name that every reader and author should know but did you also know…
1. CHBB was founded by an Author?
After listening to her indie friends distress over how good stories were
constantly overlooked because big houses were always looking for “trends” Sarah
Davis thought she should give publishing a go. Sick of good stories always
being turned down Sarah – familiar with the writing side of publishing,
extensively researched what it took to be a publisher. With a few trusted
people who believed in her and trusted her, Sarah became a LEGAL publishing
entity and set forth to take over the world. After struggling and very very
little reciprocation the rest became history.
2. CHBB has increased ten-fold in
only 2 years? Seriously. CHBB opened its doors February 29, 2012 with only 10
authors and as it approaches its 2 year anniversary mark with close to 100
authors that is OFFICIALLY 10xs the size (and equal success) than its founding.
Now you see why CHBB is the LEADING small press…take note.
3. CHBB is home to several popular
authors including well known screen writers and singers.
4. Many CHBB authors have made
mainstream media (i.e. USA Today and others) and some even have mentions or
their own Wikipedia pages. Some of the likes include but are not limited to
Vanessa Kimball, Cameo Renae, Daniel P. Coughlin, S.K. Whiteside, Kenya Wright
and more.
5. CHBB gives BACK to the community
that has allowed them to see so much success. Many of the titles from the three
imprints (CHBB, Vamptasy, and HOT INK) donate a percentage of sales to various
charities. This month CHBB adopted a family in Kentucky that had no heat and
was suffering winter in poverty and offered support. It was because of the
MASSIVE fan base that CHBB was able to do such things.
**Bonus
Fact**
CHBB will
obtain world domination in 2014. Stay tuned and…
Take
Note.
I've just signed with CHBB/Vamptasy for two novels, a paranormal romance (releasing March 22) and a thriller (releasing August 30). Though I'm new, I have to say I'm incredibly impressed with the talent, support, and know-how. It's a real family where everybody helps everybody else succeed.
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I don't even want to dwell on how many amazing stories I might have never read if it wasn't for Sarah's drive, determination, and passion! I look forward to many more years of new and innovative publishing milestones from everyone at CHBB!
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Wow, that is an amazing story. I'm glad that she persevered! Or I would never know of any of these great stories/authors.
ReplyDeleteIt's heart warming to see that CHBB steps outside of books and helps out with charities and people! <3
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Thank you for hosting CHBB and their giveaway! I learn more about them every day!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE (and did NOT know until just now) that CHBB donates some of their proceeds to different charities/causes! That's so generous! I don't know of any other group that does that. And let's all hope for World Domination!
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Holy crap!! I didn't know that you had that many authors signed. Awesome!
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I love learning that one person made it possible for others to do what they love and to be able to share it with others even if it isn't the trending theme.
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