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Thought Leaders ◫ Speakers ◫ Influencers ◫ Brands ◫ Innovators ◫ Activists ◫

We’ve worked with Fortune 500 companies, influencers, professional sports teams, political activists, and nonprofits as their long-term media partner. Wise Ink is a creative team that goes beyond the book to content solutions that catapult your expert voice and change the world.

Amazon Bestsellers

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Amazon Bestsellers ★

  • cover of the modern management mentor by Christine Sandman Stone

    The Modern Management Mentor by Christine Sandman Stone

    With over 50 ready-to-use tools for newly promoted managers, this practical leadership guide illuminates how to successfully build on the workplace skills and accomplishments that earned your reputation as "leadership material" in the first place.

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  • Book cover of Work Smart Do More by Jan Lehman

    Work Smart, Do More by Jan Lehman

    Productivity expert Jan Lehman teaches upper-level leaders to make the most of available time, talent, and technology―not just for better results, but for a better life.

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  • Book cover of Cyberama by Arthi Vasudevan

    Cyberama by Arthi Vasudevan

    In this action-packed cybersecurity book for kids, Maya, an Indian-American seventh grader, fights cyber criminals with the help of her best friend, Dave, and six artificially intelligent (AI) animal robot pals.

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  • Book cover of Dream Rut by Yumiko Shimabukuro, Columbia University

    Dream Rut by Dr. Yumiko Shimabukuro

    If you’ve felt stuck while chasing—or finding!—your dream, free yourself from your dream rut now and forever. Drawing from her experience heading Columbia University’s leadership development initiative, Dr. Yumiko Shimabukuro empowers readers to embrace a lifelong relationship with their dreams.

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  • Cover of The ABCs of Inclusion by Beth Leipholtz

    ABCs of Inclusion by Beth Leipholtz

    The ABCs of Inclusion is a picture book about disabilities. Meet 26 real kiddos with diagnoses like autism, hearing loss, epilepsy, and Down syndrome. It teaches young readers that it’s okay to be different—in fact, it’s what makes us special!

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  • Book cover of J Is for Justice by Nekima Levy Pounds, Nekima Levy Armstrong

    J is for Justice by Nekima Levy Armstrong

    Protests and activism have become a regular part of life for many little ones. They see people marching down city streets from their car seats. Their older siblings and cousins are joining high school walkouts. They see pink hats, BLM signs, and street art calling for change . . . and they’re sure to have many questions.

    J is for Justice makes the answers as simple as the ABCs.

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  • Book cover of Aimless by John D'Agostini

    Aimless by John D'Agostini

    GOLD Award-winner in ‘ Sex & Relationships’ at the Independent Publishing Book Awards (IPPY).

    SILVER Award-winner in 'Self-Help’ at the Illumination Book Awards.”

    In this self-help book for men, John D'Agostini deconstructs―and celebrates―masculinity, reframing "how to be a better man" for modern manhood.

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Our story

In 2012, Wise Ink cofounders Dara Beevas and Amy Quale started Wise Ink as a blog to give indie authors expert publishing industry guidance. In the years since, we’ve become so much more.

Then, in 2013, Wise Ink went from being a blog to being a publisher. Amy and Dara believed that authors needed more—more resources, creative agency, and the flexibility to use their books to achieve their visions. They applied an indie financial model to a traditional book production process to ensure that each book Wise Ink published was indistinguishable from traditionally published books in both quality and reader appeal. Since then, we’ve worked with top speakers, activists, businesses, nonprofits, and thought leaders to make their books a reality.

In 2023, Wise Ink Creative Publishing became Wise Ink Media. With experience in ghostwriting, copywriting, social media strategy, publicity, Amazon listing optimization, and crowdfunding, we are the ideal media partner for mission-driven individuals and teams who want to make an impact with their words.

Dara Beevas and Amy Quale celebrating the launch of Buzz: The Ultimate Guide to Book Marketing

  • “Whether you are a white writer, Black writer, brown writer . . . there is this elite element to publishing. There’s a gatekeeping element. It isn’t welcoming. Wise Ink tries to turn that around. Something special happens when your publisher is centering you, your goals, and your book.” — Dara Beevas, Wise Ink cofounder

Featured Author photos

Author and TikTok celebrity Beth Leipholtz signs her book, The ABCs of Inclusion, with her son Cooper

Beth Leipholtz, author of The ABCs of Inclusion

Author Thuba Nguyen holding her book My Daddy Tells Me at Strive Bookstore in Minneapolis

Thuba Nguyen, author of My Daddy Tells Me . . .

Wise Ink author Sabina Mugassa Bingman celebrates the launch of her book Sanda, the Girl with the Magical Smile

Sabina Mugassa Bingman, author of Sanda: The Girl with the Magical Smile

Author Heather Whelpley holds her book, An Overachiever's Guide to Breaking the Rules, to celebrate her book award wins

Heather Whelpley, author of An Overachiever’s Guide to Breaking the Rules

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Podcast alert! 🎧 Jill Palmquist, author of “In This Lifetime,” recently went on “Life Time Talks” to reveal how she became chief storytelling officer at Life Time, the making of her new coffee table book, and what she hopes
Join @thewomencollective_wbl and other businesses for the White Bear Lake Holiday Open House, an evening of seasonal festivities and supporting local vendors! Find special offers, giveaways, good vibes, and more! 🎄❄️ ❓What: Downtown White Bear Lake
There’s only a month to submit your book for the 2025 IPBA Book Award! ⏰ “The IBPA Book Awards (formerly the IBPA Benjamin Franklin Awards) are regarded as one of the highest national honors for independent publishers since 1985. The IBP
"Charlie Creates in His Own Way" by @holliscallas & @belindarichardsonauthor has been spotted in the wild! 🐦 🎨 #repost from @belindarichardsonauthor Original caption: Charlie Creates in His Own Way is out in the wild!!! It is so su
Podcast alert! 🎧 @erica.n.campbell spoke to @darnahmercieca, host of the @empoweredexplant podcast, about her breast cancer journey and her motivation to capture her story in her memoir, “The Mastectomy I Always Wanted.” You can tune i
Join @thewomencollective_wbl for 2 Thanksgiving bouquet workshops this month! 💐Unleash your creativity and create a beautiful floral arrangement perfect for your home or a host gift during the holiday season. Admission is $55/person. Please bring yo
We’re so proud of Courtney and “Difficult Girls!” 💟 Thank you so much @sharonsalzberg for the wonderful endorsement. ✨ #repost from @courtneyjburnett Original caption: Difficult Gifts had a reprint and a makeover! Never in my wi
@amaliamorenodamgaard, author of "Amalia's Mesoamerican Table," was recently featured in the Minnesota Star Tribune! 💚 She shared her journey to becoming an entrepreneur and cultural ambassador, the state of Latin-American cuisine in the
Join local Twin Cities authors–including @chelsea_witbrook, Wise Ink author of “Blessing My Demons”–for a family-friendly afternoon of book readings, refreshments, and purchases! 📖 ❓What: An Afternoon of Authors local litera
Podcast alert! 🎧 Erica Campbell, author of “The Mastectomy I Always Wanted,” recently talked to @hayleydubin at the Cancer Liberation Project podcast! They discussed how Erica got started with cancer advocacy as a young adult, what it&r
Run, don't walk, to grab your copy of "I'm All Better Now" at @sparrowcafe! ❤️‍🔥 Support local bookstores and publishers 🫶 #repost from @tarijohnsoncreates Original caption: Hey! Guess what? You can now pick up a copy of I’m
New York Times bestselling author, creator of @thebookacademy, and friend of Wise Ink @luvvie is releasing a new children’s book and we couldn't be more excited! “Little Troublemaker Defends Her Name” will be released on May 6, 2025
Congrats to Hannah Ubl at @goodcompanyconsulting for being the morning speaker for Women Presidents Organization's MN Development Day on Staying Human in the World of AI. 👏 Our cofounder Amy and VP Hanna finally got to meet Hannah in person and cel
“If You’re Alive” by David McNally is an INSTANT Amazon Bestseller and #1 New Release in several categories! 🎉 #2 New Release in Gerontology Social Sciences #23 New Release in Longevity #64 Bestseller in Gerontology Social Science
Today is Election Day! 🇺🇸 Finish off this election season with Wise Ink titles about presidential history, public policy, leadership self-help, and more. 🗳️📜🏛️ 🇺🇲 ”America’s Presidents: What Your History Teacher Never Told You&rdq
At Wise Ink, we believe in the power of democracy and the importance of civic engagement. That's why we're proud to close our office on Election Day. 🇺🇲 🗳️ As we record history through books, we also recognize the significance of actively partic
Podcast alert! 🎧 Lori Crever, business professional and author of “Protegé Power,” recently appeared on the “Career Talk” podcast with Mark Robinson, Dean of the School of Business at Washington University of Science
@MikeDayTravels, IMAX filmmaker and author of “The World Has a Big Backyard” was recently interviewed by Driftless Area magazine about his career, personal life, the philosophy he lives by, and more! 🌳🌎🎥📘 Click the link in our bio to
Our cofounder @darairene and Headwater Literary Management founder & agent @laurazats recently spoke to @angeladavismpr about the world of publishing! Check out our bio to hear the full episode now! 🎧 "I believe every one of us has a stor

  • “Our creativity is an expression of our true self, and that is love.” — Amy Quale, Wise Ink cofounder