Lucy Pearce, founder of Womancraft Publishing, discusses empowering women through independent publishing, highlighting the challenges of traditional publishing and the importance of fair treatment. The podcast explores Liz Kelly's book and showcases the commitment to showcasing women artists. It also delves into the resilience and creativity of Womancraft's publishing journey, emphasizing originality, community support, and the impact of supporting female artists and environmental causes.
Women Craft Publishing empowers female authors through creative and financial control.
Publishing house prioritizes diverse and inclusive visual representation on book covers.
Company supports social causes and environmental initiatives, extending impact beyond publishing.
Deep dives
Lucy H. Pierce's Journey to Founding Women Craft Publishing
Lucy H. Pierce, author and artist, discusses her journey from writing books as a child to launching Women Craft Publishing in 2014. Frustrated with traditional publishing experiences, she emphasizes the need for creative and financial control over her work, leading her to self-publish successfully. Pierce's focus on valuing authors and providing creative independence shapes the ethos of Women Craft Publishing.
Promoting Female Artists and Creating Visual Identity
Women Craft Publishing prioritizes featuring female artists on book covers and actively involves authors in the visual identity decisions, unlike traditional publishers where authors are often left out of this process. By emphasizing artistic collaborations and unique covers, the publishing house nurtures a visually appealing and inclusive representation of their books.
Mentoring and Equitable Royalties for Authors
Women Craft Publishing integrates mentoring into the publishing process, providing authors with support and skill development. The company's commitment to splitting book royalties 50-50 with authors is highlighted as a rare and empowering practice within the publishing industry, ensuring authors receive fair compensation for their work.
Creating a Ripple Effect in Publishing and Social Impact
Women Craft Publishing aims to create meaningful ripples by supporting various social causes and environmental initiatives through book sales. From donating to tree reforestation projects to supporting girls' education funds, the company's impact extends beyond publishing, enriching communities and promoting positive change.
Empowering Authors through Editing and Unique Book Promotions
With a focus on quality editing, Women Craft Publishing provides authors with professional guidance to enhance their manuscripts, ensuring a high standard of storytelling and content. The company's innovative book promotions, such as signed copies with exclusive bookmarks, offer readers a unique and personalized experience, enhancing the value of each book purchase.
Join new Make Matriarchy Great Again host Lauren Torres as she talks with Lucy Pearce, the founder of Womancraft Publishing. Lucy is a multi-faceted creative whose work spans the expressive arts, exploring the lost archetypes of the feminine and symbols of the soul. She is the author of multiple life-changing non-fiction books, including Nautilus Award silver winners Medicine Woman, Burning Woman, and Creatrix: she who makes. Lucy founded Womancraft Publishing, publishing paradigm-shifting books by women for women, in 2014.
Listen in as we celebrate the transformative power of the stories of women by women!
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