ELLEN REID'S BOOK SHEPHERDINGSM

Ellen Reid may just be the indie-publisher's best friend. A pioneer "Book Shepherd," she helps writers become published authors by creating a book that stands up to those of the big houses with stunning design and punchy promo text, and by establishing a ready-to-roll professional independent/self-publishing business.

Ellen stands on a solid foundation of experience for taking authors—and others—to success. She learned the ins and outs of promotion at her father’s knee, watching him operate as a Hollywood film distributor. As an adult, she carved out her own career, applying her talents and almost mystical insights to sales and marketing. This ability naturally evolved into helping others realize their dreams. In the 1990's she started her company, Smarketing.

When she "Smarkets" a client, she starts by getting inside their head, learning their passions, aspirations and dreams. Then she works with them, positioning them to achieve—and often exceed—their objectives.

Dealing exclusively with authors she puts a team together to "brand" her client so the target audience understands who they are and what benefits are offered to them. Ellen and the team collaborate with the author to successfully navigate through each step of the process: editing their book, designing its cover and interior, and creating promotional materials that are consistent with the author's image and message.

Ellen has come to be acknowledged as not only one of the first, but one of the best Book Shepherds in the business, especially for those who want standout books of unexcelled quality.

ELLEN REID'S BOOK SHEPHERDINGSM
269 S. Beverly Dr. #1065
Beverly Hills, CA 90212

Toll free: 866-406-4352
310-862-2573
Cell: 805-403-5285
Fax: 310-862-2575

bookshep@mac.com