Comments on: Conscious Capitalism and Romance Publishing

By: Jill N. Noble

Jill N. Noble — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:59:29 +0000

Excellent post! Noble Romance operates under similar principles, including supporting our authors (no matter where else they publish) and supporting the industry as a whole. For too long, e-publishers operated using very exclusionary tactics. I’m happy to know Pink Petal Books is helping to change that dynamic. I wish you all the best. This industry needs more professional, reputable publishers. Here’s to your success!

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By: Liane Gentry Skye

Liane Gentry Skye — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 23:59:56 +0000

What a heartfelt post. I’m not familiar with Pink Petal–yet. Thanks so much for sharing your viewpoint and experiences with us.

By: TJ Michaels - author

TJ Michaels - author — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 20:43:59 +0000

Very well written article, Mary. Having worked with you as a critique partner and overall romance junkie, I know this endeavor is going to yield tons of fruit for you and your stakeholders. Simply wanting the best for your authors rather than sucking them dry with the old ‘content provider’ I’m-doing-you-a-favor-by-publishing-your-work attitude should encourage those who haven’t yet given Pink Petal a look yet.

*tj sending all kinds of good positive energy Mary’s and Pink Petal’s way!*

By: Sandra Cox

Sandra Cox — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 13:46:51 +0000

Well said. I’m a newbie at JGP, but I’m very pleased and proud to be working with Mary.

By: Eva

Eva — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 02:40:18 +0000

What a fantastic article. Being a business owner, I totally understand and applaud you and the work that you’re doing.

By: Mary Winter

Mary Winter — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 02:08:24 +0000

Thanks, Lex. I really appreciate your kind words. Business or the playground…the golden rule gets you a lot farther than being a bully.

By: Lex Valentine

Lex Valentine — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 01:55:33 +0000

You know what I think of this article, Mary, but I’m happy to tell others that I think you’re the most ethical person I’ve met in this industry. I trust you with my “babies” and I admire the hell out of your work, your professionalism, and your business model.

By: Mary Winter

Mary Winter — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 01:42:47 +0000

Thanks Taylor and Fran. Exactly. It is far more beneficial to all to see that what is good for one of us, is good for all of us. Plus, our current economic climate is the perfect place to build business paradigms that give more value to EVERYONE.

By: Fran Lee

Fran Lee — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 01:34:15 +0000

Excellent comments, Mary! E-Publishers who think as you do are the future of this business. Bravo to your treatment of authors. It is far beyond my ken to understand why some e-pubs treat their authors like competitors rather than assets. Good for you!