Jennifer Grace is the co-founder and driving force behind Raven and Grace Press. With almost two decades of experience in mindset and marketing coaching, motivational speaking, and corporate training, Jennifer brings a unique blend of business savvy and personal growth expertise to her role as publisher.
As the spearhead of Raven + Grace Press marketing department, Jennifer is committed to helping authors achieve success by crafting powerful book marketing campaigns that engage readers and drive sales. Her goal-oriented approach, honed through years of leadership roles with major brands like Prada, Facebook, and Turner, ensures a strategic, impact-driven promotion strategy for every book.
As the certified lead trainer in the renowned Clarity and Culture Catalyst Program, based on the Creativity in Business Course from Stanford University, Jennifer blends emotional intelligence with entrepreneurial thinking with every project.
In addition to her publishing endeavors, Jennifer is a Hay House author, radio show host, TED X speaker, and sought-after corporate mindset trainer whose seven-figure enterprise, JG Enterprises, has inspired people worldwide. Her work has been featured across major media outlets like NBC, ABC, Lifetime, Huffington Post, and prominent radio shows.
With an unwavering commitment to helping authors share their voices and readers find transformative books, Jennifer Grace is ushering in a new era of mindful publishing at Raven and Grace Press.
Episode Summary
In this episode, Liz chats with Jennifer Grace, author, transformational coach, and co-founder of Raven and Grace Press — a boutique hybrid publisher designed for writers who want more than self-publishing but aren’t looking to break into the traditional publishing world.
They dive into the differences between traditional, self, and hybrid publishing, demystify the distribution process, and discuss who benefits most from working with a hybrid publisher.
Jennifer shares how Raven and Grace Press supports authors through every stage — from editing and cover design to marketing and distribution (with books going into over 300 bookstores globally, including Barnes & Noble). She also talks about their unique two-month book writing contest, the value of accountability, and the importance of community for authors.
What You’ll Learn
- What sets hybrid publishing apart from traditional and self-publishing models
- The real deal about book distribution (and how it works!)
- Why having a big social following matters to traditional publishers — but not to Raven and Grace Press
- How Raven and Grace Press helps authors with editing, marketing, and actual book sales
- Details about their quarterly book writing contests and how you can join (even if your book isn’t finished)
- The kinds of books Raven and Grace Press works with — everything from memoirs and self-help to fiction and cookbooks
- The importance of accountability and community in writing and publishing a book
- Why transparency, quick turnaround, and genuine excitement about every project matter at Raven and Grace Press
Highlights & Quotes
- “Hybrid publishing meets you in the middle… we do all the editing, cover design, marketing, and book distribution so your book gets out there.”
- “You don’t need 100,000 followers to publish with us. We’re about the story and the person.”
- “We’re transparent. What you see is what you get—no upselling, no hidden costs.”
- “Our community supports and reviews each other’s books. It’s about lifting each other up.”
- “It takes a village to bring a book into the world. That’s what we provide.”
Contest Info
- Raven and Grace’s Quarterly Book Writing Contest: For just $97, you can join even if you only have an idea. The contest offers accountability, weekly writing sessions, and a shot at winning a full publishing package valued at $12,500.
- Learn and apply: ravenandgrace.com/contest
Connect with Jennifer Grace & Raven and Grace Press
- Website: ravenandgrace.com
- Book Writing Contest: ravenandgrace.com/contest
If you’re thinking about writing a book or have one in the works, this episode is packed with wisdom, practical advice, and inspiration.
