Emerald Lake Books

Publisher info

At Emerald Lake Books, we choose to work with positive people who use their books to motivate and inspire their readers while building their business and brand.

When Emerald Lake Books approaches a new project, we focus first on clarifying the goals, both for the reader as well as the author. With specific goals established, everything done from this point is with those goals in mind and success is measured against their achievement. We measure our success by how well your book works to build your business and achieve your goals.

We refer to this concept as “publishing with a purpose.”

This goal-oriented publishing process works well for individuals who think beyond the number of books they sell. Instead, these authors focus on the impact their books will have with each of their readers as well as the underlying business.

Our goal-oriented focus and business-building framework are two of the key qualities that set us apart from many other publishers.
We don’t simply take your manuscript and give you a book, leaving you hoping your sales might cover your expenses. (Honestly, unless you’re an A-list author, you’re pretty much guaranteed that’s not going to happen. And even then, it’s questionable!)

Rather, our goal is to help you see beyond your book to the impact your influence can have. We want you to see the potential that exists to grow your audience, grow your visibility, and grow your opportunities. And when you do succeed, we hope you’ll share your good fortune with others in your own unique way.

All this because your strategically designed book is published with a purpose.

Where to buy in print

Living with a Grieving Heart
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 39,840. Language: English. Published: September 16, 2022 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Death, Grief, Bereavement, Nonfiction » Social Science » Death & Dying
Losing someone you love is hard. But when the dust settles and the pain starts to fade, grief can surprise you in stark and subtle ways. Let Marianne Bette teach you how to embrace life again.
Opening Your Presence: Presenting the YOU You Want Others to See
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 46,940. Language: English. Published: July 10, 2022 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Education & Study Guides » Study guides - Public Speaking, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Business communication / meetings & presentations
Learn how to tap into your greatest gifts and talents to channel the best parts of you into a presence that is personal, powerful and genuine. Written for the nonprofessional speaker who can’t afford to leave a bad impression.
My Storied Life
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 53,670. Language: English. Published: December 5, 2021 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Art, Architecture, Photography » Performing arts » Monologues & Scenes, Fiction » Anthologies » Short stories - single author
A Maine storyteller shares tales of her family, travels in her motor home, experiences in the classroom, and musings on life.
Teach Me Sales: A 21-Day Roadmap to Sales Success
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 46,000. Language: English. Published: November 17, 2021 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Sales, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Personal success
Want to be successful in sales? Map out the best route with the help of a proven sales leader with over thirty years of experience. This 21-day roadmap will help you build the daily habits to excel and prosper. Day One begins now…
Thrive: The Facilitator’s Guide to Radically Inclusive Meetings
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 53,930. Language: English. Published: November 17, 2021 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Business communication / meetings & presentations
Imagine meetings where everyone is heard and all people matter. That’s what Thrive creates through its practical insights and accessible stories that teach you techniques for facilitating effective, inclusive and energized meetings.
Greta Grace
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 34,950. Language: American English. Published: October 11, 2021 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Bullying, Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance
A Greta Grace Gibson story about bullying and self-esteem Greta Grace has a best friend, a new boyfriend, a grandmotherly neighbor, and a loving mother. But when a merciless bully takes aim at Greta Grace, her carefree existence suddenly ends. Who ever knew that school could be so hard?
Cancer Gifts: Lessons in Gratitude, Acceptance and Perseverance
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 19,970. Language: English. Published: March 20, 2021 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Biography » Personal memoir, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Cancer
Two-time cancer survivor Linda Kopec shares her inspiring journey with colon cancer and then, years later, breast cancer. Interspersed with messages from her caregivers, this book demonstrates that, as scary as the c-word can be, comfort and peace can be found, even in the midst of the unknown.
The Best is Yet to Come
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 38,300. Language: English. Published: February 28, 2021 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Christian Life / Death, Grief, Bereavement, Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Death, Grief, Bereavement
After twelve years of living alone as a single parent, she hadn’t expected to find love again—so when Frank unexpectedly came into her life, he turned her world upside down. This true story will speak to and inspire anyone who has ever suffered the loss of a dream.
Enlighten Up!: Finding Clarity, Contentment and Resilience in a Complicated World
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 72,500. Language: English. Published: February 9, 2021 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Yoga, Nonfiction » Philosophy » Eastern
Cultivating self-awareness is the first step to finding more clarity, contentment and resilience. Enlighten Up! presents a unique method for self-exploration using humor and stories to help you apply this model to your life.
Optimize Your Immune System: Create Health and Resilience with a Kitchen Pharmacy
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 37,610. Language: English. Published: November 4, 2020 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Nutrition, Nonfiction » Cooking, Food, Wine, Spirits » Health & Healing / General
Many people think it’s normal to come down sick each year. Yet researchers have proven that nutrition and lifestyle factors can boost your immune system. Learn how to build a kitchen pharmacy of whole foods, superfoods and nutrients to provide a stable foundation for your health. And when you’re at an increased risk of infection, know what to do to derail a virus before it takes hold.
Behind the Beard: Stories and Tips from The Big Guy to Help Parents Ensure Belief!
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 18,290. Language: American English. Published: August 12, 2020 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Parenting » Reference, Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Holidays / Christmas & Advent
While the wide-eyed optimism of youth fades far too quickly, a happier childhood is possible for the kids you love. It’s within your power to preserve optimism and extend belief longer by making Christmas even more meaningful. Who better to teach you how than The Big Man himself?
Welcome to the Zipper Club: Surviving Heart Surgery and Beyond
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 23,290. Language: English. Published: April 19, 2020 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Biography » Autobiographies & Memoirs, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / heart
Are you or a loved one facing cardiac surgery? It’s natural to want more information about it. But when Bruce Ballister found himself in that position, he couldn’t find answers written for the layperson. So, during his recovery, he wrote the book he’d wished he could find. Now you can know what to expect and how to avoid a repeat performance.
Publish with Purpose: A Goal-Oriented Framework for Publishing Success
Price: $5.99 USD. Words: 26,370. Language: American English. Published: April 23, 2019 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Reference » Publishing & books, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Publishing business
“Publish with Purpose" is unlike any other book you’ve read before. Yes, it’s a book on writing. Sort of… And it’s also a book on marketing. Sort of… But what it really is, is a cross-over book that looks at how writing and marketing (and everything else you do related to your book) are interconnected. And that’s what makes this book different.
Being More Human
Price: $7.99 USD. Words: 44,960. Language: English. Published: February 5, 2019 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Personal Growth / General, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Mental health
One of the most motivating goals in life is to be a more empowered version of ourselves each day. Our mindset is often a barrier to our growth into the person we truly want to be, and its effects can impact every group we are a part of both personally and professionally. If you want to be a better You, you’ll need to leave your comfort zone. Ready for a change? It’s time for Being More Human.
You Are a Heroine: A Retelling of the Hero’s Journey
Price: $7.99 USD. Words: 35,000. Language: English. Published: October 9, 2018 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Personal Growth / General, Nonfiction » Social Science » Women's studies
For modern-day women, the struggle for self-discovery and the courage to leap into the unknown may evoke fear or anticipation. Yet men and women process the story of their lives differently. Looking more closely at how women travel their paths highlights the many ways that they can embrace who they are and gain more satisfaction with their lives.
The Future of Omni-Channel Retail
Price: $7.99 USD. Words: 20,410. Language: English. Published: May 22, 2018 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Industries / retailing, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Commerce
Everyone shops online these days, but there are certain experiences and products that resist the move to e-commerce. When we can order almost anything online, what compels us to make a purchase in person? Examine how retail has evolved through the years and understand the current state now to predict likely retail trends of the near future.
Solutionaries: You Are the Answer
Price: $8.99 USD. Words: 25,610. Language: English. Published: April 5, 2018 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Creativity, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Women in business
Are you someone who hungers to make a difference in the world, but doesn’t know how? “Solutionaries” sets you on the right path by helping you discover the talents, gifts and tools that make you uniquely qualified to lead, then identify compelling issues that drive you to serve and make a difference, and finally create an action plan for a life that is both financially and emotionally fulfilling.
A Guide to Recruiting Your Next CEO: The Executive Search Handbook for Nonprofit Boards
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 18,150. Language: English. Published: October 10, 2017 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Non-profit business, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Strategic planning
Recent studies estimate that more than 75% of current nonprofit executives plan to leave their positions in the next five to ten years. What will you do when you need to recruit a new executive for your nonprofit’s leadership team? Recruit your next CEO knowing that you have identified an individual whose core leadership competencies and values align with your strategic vision and mission.
The Life and Times of the Great Danbury State Fair
Price: $14.99 USD. Words: 94,080. Language: English. Published: January 20, 2017 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » History » Modern / 20th Century, Nonfiction » Biography » Autobiographies & Memoirs
Western Connecticut consists of a rich mixture of culture, history, sport, ingenuity and agriculture and the Danbury Fair drank deeply from its roots. Under the unique influence of John W. Leahy, the last owner and general manager of the Fair, it grew into much more, while remaining true to its unique heritage. His story is captivating, as shared here by those who knew him best.
The 143rd in Iraq: Training the Iraqi Police, In Spite of It All
Price: $7.99 USD. Words: 114,360. Language: American English. Published: December 12, 2016 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » History » Military » Military / Iraq War (2003-), Nonfiction » Biography » Autobiographies & Memoirs
Have you ever wondered what the term “boots on the ground" means? This history of one company’s experiences will provide you with an eye-opening narrative, as Youngquist provides a firsthand account of a Connecticut National Guard Military Police Company’s attempt to recruit, train and prepare an Iraqi Police Force in 2003-2004, and the many dangers they faced as a result.
Stress-free Chicken Tractor Plans
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 20,450. Language: English. Published: October 11, 2016 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Industries / agribusiness, Nonfiction » Science & Nature » Animal husbandry
Inside these pages, you will find step-by-step instructions for a mobile broiler chicken shelter for pastured poultry that is used by farmers and homesteaders all over the country. These chicken tractors were created using the best elements from other designs. They are easy to move and provide a good life for the chickens.
Living with a Dead Man: A Story of Love
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 66,940. Language: English. Published: October 11, 2016 by Emerald Lake Books. Categories: Nonfiction » Biography » Physicians & medical professionals, Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Death, Grief, Bereavement
Sitting in an oncologist’s waiting room is one of life’s more sobering experiences. The first thing that hit her was that she was there, not as a doctor, but as a cancer patient’s wife. It didn’t matter that Marianne was a family practitioner, or that her husband, Thom, was a death and dying therapist. Cancer, and all that went with it, had found them.

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