Books That Save Lives is a mission-driven, emerging imprint focused on impactful non-fiction and self-help books with the core value of providing meaningful content that demonstrably improves lives.
Mission
We are guided by the values of integrity, kindness, and compassion in all our endeavors, from author and business relationships to the content we produce. We offer solace to people during difficult times. We save lives through the power of the written word.
Vision
We see our books engendering positive change through compassion, empowerment, and meaningful dialogue. The tools and practices in our life-saving books have the power to change not just the people who read them, but the people around them, too.
Values
- We believe that reading, journaling, and writing can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and empowerment.
- We are dedicated to the power of community and the importance of supporting each other.
- We value the importance of education and understanding.
- We know that storytelling changes hearts and minds.
- We understand that a society is judged by how it treats its most vulnerable members.
Meet The Staff
Brenda Knight (she/her), Founding Publisher
Brenda has more than 30 years of experience in the publishing industry, beginning at HarperCollins. She is passionate about her authors, whom she knows are saving lives every day with their writing. Brenda is the author of Random Acts of Kindness, The Book of Abundance, The Grateful Table, and several other titles.
Duncan MacLeod (he/him), Co-founder and CEO
Duncan oversees the operations, finance, and fulfillment of Books That Save Lives. He is the author of Money Magic: Easy and Surprising Ways to Not Be Broke, sharing his passion for personal finance and success with those in need. He cares deeply about the BTSL mission and making sure that every reader of our books can find the meaning and passion that was put into each page.
Maclin Lisle (she/her), Managing Editor
Maclin joined Books That Save Lives in the very beginning of the company’s development. She is responsible for leading Operations, including editing, metadata, printing, and distribution. She is a lifelong reader and is a proponent of instilling the mission of Books That Save Lives in every publication.
Krishna Bhat (he/him), Manager of Sales, Marketing, and Author Relations
Krishna also joined Books That Save Lives at its beginning. He works alongside authors to arrange marketing events such as appearances and book signings. He also oversees the advertising and press of Books That Save Lives and its publications.
Lindsay Russell (she/her), Marketing and Sales Associate
Lindsay assists with marketing Books That Save Lives and its authors to organizations, podcasts, and other partners. She also assists in the management of wholesale marketing through Faire.
Roberto Nuñez (he/him), Designer
Roberto has more than 10 years of experience in the trade publishing industry. Roberto is Books That Save Lives’ in-house designer and creator of book covers, interiors, and promotional material.
Alexa Robinson (she/her), Backlist Marketing
Alexa assists backlist authors with marketing, sales, and promotions even after their books are published. She establishes unique, original ways to boost sales and reviews as well as researches content ideas for Books That Save Lives authors.
Lyzmarie Fernandez (she/her), Website and Internal Marketer
Lyzmarie has worked with many authors who are at the core of Books That Save Lives, including Cerridwen Greenleaf and Becca Anderson. She manages the website, including regularly adding events, blog posts, and other forms of engagement to the public and authors.
Sophia Lawson (she/her), Social Media and Marketing Intern
Sophia promotes Books That Save Lives through social media and assists authors with their own marketing. She is constantly exploring innovative ways for Books That Save Lives to achieve its potential in sharing its mission and publications.