Hailed as “The Self-Publishing Guru” by The Good Men Project, J.J. Hebert has meticulously crafted a reputable name for himself in the ever-evolving industry of book publishing. With his bona fide success as a USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Amazon bestselling author, Hebert has extended his literary prowess from authorship to enabling aspiring authors to reach the zenith of their potential.
Hebert’s lauded publishing company, MindStir Media, founded in 2009, recently made its mark on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America. A notable testament to the ascending popularity and legitimacy of self-publishing, MindStir’s rise reflects the surge in authors choosing to forgo traditional publishing gatekeepers in favor of greater creative control and higher royalty rates.
In the ever-changing realm of book publishing, the rise of MindStir has not been a serendipitous climb but a calculated endeavor by Hebert, who has infused his company with the unique author-centric values that have largely defined his own fruitful career. With his intimate knowledge of the industry’s complexities, Hebert’s MindStir has introduced an innovative and inclusive approach to self-publishing that parallels the foundational idea of independent authorship: creative autonomy.
MindStir, recognized as the top self-publishing company by influential websites including Penny Matters and BestTechie, offers an exemplary blend of custom book cover design, interior design, professional editing, printing, as well as e-book conversion and distribution. The process designed for the authors ensures an amicable balance of independence and professional assistance, effectively dismantling the solitary venture connotation often associated with self-publishing.
Hebert has extended his passion for mentoring by providing not only his vast publishing experience but also a team of seasoned professionals who invest their skills into the success of each author’s story. With over a decade of experience under its belt, MindStir has published a repertoire of over 1,000 books since its inception – a tally that includes more than 100 bestsellers and 65 award winners.
Among the list of successful works, Paula Wiseman’s first book “Contingency” bagged several awards such as the Winner, Religion/Faith Fiction at the 2012 Global eBook Awards and the Winner, Indie Excellence Book Awards. The MindStir-published bestseller’s journey led Wiseman to be featured on Lifetime TV’s “The Balancing Act,” a pivotal moment that marked the inception of her flourishing writing career.
The impressive MindStir portfolio doesn’t stop at individual authors. They have worked with celebrated names such as actor and martial artist Sho Kosugi, Emmy Award Nominee Arnold Kane, award-winning film producer Don Miller, MassMutual, and Dartmouth-Hitchcock. The diversity of their clientele is an emphatic testament to the universal appeal of MindStir’s services.
MindStir’s achievement is not exclusively confined to self-publishing. Among their accomplishments is MindStir’s effective penetration into cultural mainstream consciousness, as seen with collaborations with respected figures such as Kevin Harrington of Shark Tank and actress/author Mariel Hemingway.
The resounding success of MindStir Media lies in its commitment to the philosophy of its Founder and Owner, J. J. Hebert: helping authors from all walks of life self-publish, distribute, and appropriately market their books. The essential mantra represents the spirit of MindStir’s mission and the heart of its success: infusing the industry’s best practices with innovative methodologies to ensure every storyteller’s voice is heard.
As Hebert and his team at MindStir Media continue their venture into the pulsating heart of the self-publishing industry, it has never been clearer that the future of publishing is here. Now, more than ever, writers from around the globe can revel in the unprecedented opportunity to transform their manuscripts into masterpieces, and Hebert is leading the charge.
With almost 15 years of publishing excellence, MindStir Media stands as an irrefutable testament to the transformative power of a story well published. Embodying the dawn of a new publishing era, Hebert’s unwavering commitment to his authors and their creative endeavors encapsulates the very essence of the self-publishing revolution. In turn, his success imbues aspiring authors with untapped hope: the dream of seeing their name in print is well within their grasp, thanks to the rising star in the publishing world, MindStir Media.
