About Emerald Lake Books
Emerald Lake Books is a boutique publisher that offers a personalized publishing service to our authors.
Many of our clients are positive people who want to be recognized as notable experts and thought leaders in their specific market niche. Others are writing to leave a legacy. All have a specific goal in mind when they come to us.
We help them clarify and shape that goal into multiple smaller goals, which are foremost in our minds as we edit, design, position and market the book.
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Beth Gibbs Verified customer
ProYoga Therapeutics
Andrea O'Connor Verified customer
Woodson Falls
"My book never would have seen the light of day without the guidance and support provided by Emerald Lake Books. I'm delighted with the outcome and have already committed to publishing a second book with them. Tara and Mark are a delight to work with--professional, supportive, and respectful of the writer."
4 years ago
marie ruggles Verified customer
Marie Ruggles
"Working with Tara and Mark has been such a pleasure. They are brilliant, efficient, and on top of the latest author and publishing tools. Emerald Lake Books took what would have been a daunting and overwhelming process and streamlined all the tasks. The homework that they have already done for you, helps you to become the best author you can be."
4 years ago
Angelina Verified customer
"If I had a time machine, this is THE book I would take back to help me navigate through publishing. In a world filled with too much and sometimes contradictory information, this guide cuts through the nonsensical thicket and paves the way for newbies who seek understanding. I will gladly recommend this book as a must-read for anyone trying to understand opti..." Read more
5 years ago
Bruce Ballister Verified customer
Ballister Books
"I'm so glad I met Tara at the 2019 Florida Authors and Publishers Assn conference. Her presentation was clear evidence of her abilities, knowledge, contacts, and concern as an author's representative. With thousands of new books vying for attention each year she provided the edge that got my new book "Welcome to the Zipper Club" noticed on Amazon. I though..." Read more
5 years ago
A.J. Park
A.J. Park Writing
"Excellent Editing!! Emerald Lake Books has done an outstanding job helping me prepare my book for publication. I have been extremely impressed with their editing process. They were very thorough, and the manuscript improved a lot with their help. They have been very helpful and easy to work with, and I feel that they have a genuine love for great literature...." Read more
5 years ago
Esther Wallace
"Instead of pushing their own vision on their authors and clients, Emerald Lake Books cares about the author's wishes. They give personal attention that has not been seen in the publishing world since the mid '90s, and see to it that the result is high quality, satisfying to the author, and still makes it into online retailers like Barnes and Noble. Although..." Read more
6 years ago
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Marc Youngquist
Swamp Dog Hollow
"Having worked with Tara and Mark for the past several years I have felt more like part of a team than a client. Helpful hints, suggestions and unsolicited help to improve my books and boost sales are a reminder of the team effort."
6 years ago
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Susanna Liller
Ruby Slippers LLC
"Indispensible!! Emerald Lake Books is a professional, high-class operation. They have shepherded me seamlessly through the publishing process and now continue to guide me through the complications and challenges of marketing my book. It's not an exaggeration for me to say, I couldn't have done it without them. I sing their praises to everyone."
6 years ago
Lionel Binnie
Msource Ideas
"Broad and deep understanding of publishing and superb attention to detail. Emerald Lake Books did excellent work for me in publishing my first book. They are highly experienced in the the process of writing and publishing and bring a broad and deep understanding to this complex and personal process. From planning the goals of writing, to editing, cover and i..." Read more
7 years ago
Dennis C. Miller
Experts in Nonprofit Leadership
"Great Publishing Team at Emerald Lake Books. Tara and her publishing team are true professionals in every way. Her knowledge, passion and dedication are readily apparent from the beginning. I am truly blessed to have published my new book with Emerald Lake Books and recommend to all fellow authors to do the same."
7 years ago
Greta Muller
Greta Muller, Presentation Specialist
"Thumbs up! Tara worked as editor on my book, OPENING YOUR PRESENCE. She was extremely conscientious and professional–her dedication to an excellent product is admirable. I've since interacted with Tara on several occasions and I always find her to be engaged and focused."
7 years ago
Cheryl Marks Young
Creative Blueprints for Leaders
"A full service book and business support system. Amazing and Supportive insight for anyone writing, rewriting or reinventing their book and their business. You and your Team are some of the most resourceful people in the industry, looking out for the entire business of your customers and not just the one time book opportunity. You address issues and concerns..." Read more
8 years ago
Tyler McEnroe
New Earth Connect
"Great people, incredible work, extremely reliable. They operate from the highest integrity. Never miss deadlines and be very detailed high quality work. I would recommend them to anybody."
8 years ago
John Suscovich
Farm Marketing Solutions
"Personalized treatment for a professional product. Emerald Lake Books worked hard to not only make sure my book looked and sounded professional, but they also met my publishing timeline and have been great to work with since the release of my book."
8 years ago
Patty Lennon
Patty Lennon, Intuitive Entrepreneur
"Iceberg deep level knowledge and integrity. Tara is the smartest person I've ever met in the industry, I refer people to her because she knows what is going on and she can think strategically about how to get a book and brand out into the world. Her knowledge runs Iceberg deep."
8 years ago
"After spending a year submitting proposals for my book Enlighten Up! and filing the rejections from traditional publishers, I met Tara at a writers workshop and was impressed with her knowledge and presentation. I did my research and submitted my proposal. My experience with Tara and Mark was everything I hoped for and more. They listened! They were and rema..." Read more
4 years ago