Book Publishers in Connecticut:

Publish Your Book Locally With
Publish Your Purpose

Are You a Connecticut Author?

One of the most important decisions you can make as an author is choosing the right publishing house. If you’re a nonfiction author with a purpose-driven message, working with a local publisher helps you build deeper connections within your community.

Publish Your Purpose is a hybrid publisher based in Connecticut, dedicated to helping authors share their stories in impactful and meaningful ways. We believe every voice has value, and we’re here to support you on your publishing journey.

Would you like to live your dream and get your words published? We want to meet you!

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What Does Publishing Locally Look Like?

We’re proud to call Connecticut home, and Connecticut is only where we started. We publish authors across the US, Canada, the UK, and Europe. If you’re not local, that’s not a dealbreaker, it’s just one fewer reason to say yes.

Over recent years you may have noticed a strong resurgence of the “shop local” movement. It’s a way of consuming that allows us to directly support communities and connect with the people behind a product.

As an author, you may have considered publishing your next book locally—and for good reason. In contrast to traditional publishing, choosing a local hybrid publisher can help you cultivate a deeper connection to your local community, give you greater creative control of your book, and reward you with higher royalties. While the prestige of following a traditional publishing path with a corporation may be tempting, traditional publishing is not a great fit for everyone. Traditional publishers can be discriminatory, exclusive, and rife with gatekeeping.

Thankfully, looking for a book publisher closer to home can have many benefits for purpose-driven authors.

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Publisher

We Want To See Local People Thrive

The book publishing industry is still filled with predatory and vanity publishers who put corporate greed ahead of your unique creativity. As a hybrid publisher, we work closely with you to create a final product that you’re proud of. We’re proud of our home state, and want to see local talent flourish.

When We Know Your Backyard, There’s a Deeper Point of Connection

A publisher who knows your stomping ground is more likely to understand the references and context of your book. This is particularly important in nonfiction, purpose-driven book publishing. At Publish Your Purpose, we believe in representing Connecticut’s culturally-diverse landscape. We live here and want our state to thrive.

We’re Invested in Our Community

When a publisher is invested in the area in which you live, they’ll already be a voice in your community. Look for publishers who give back to the community through free workshops, seminars, and charitable initiatives.

Common Questions

Do you only publish authors from Connecticut?

No. We’re based in Hartford, but we publish nonfiction authors across the US, UK, and Europe. Connecticut is where we started, not where we stop.

What does it mean to work with a local publisher?

You get everything a traditional publisher offers, editing, design, distribution, without giving up your rights or royalties. Being local just means you can meet us in person if you want to.

How many Connecticut authors have you published?

Over 25, with more added every year. You can see their books above.

Do I need to live in Connecticut to apply?

No. Anyone in the US, Canada, the UK, or Europe can apply. Being nearby is a bonus, not a requirement.

Bring Expert Publishing & Writing Workshops to Your Community

Jenn T. Grace, founder of Publish Your Purpose, is available to host in-person and virtual workshops throughout Connecticut on a wide range of topics, including:

How to Write and Publish a Nonfiction Book
The Business of Being an Author: Turning Your Book into a Brand
Navigating Hybrid Publishing: Finding the Right Path for You
Marketing Your Book: Pre-Launch, Launch, and Beyond
Overcoming Writer’s Block and Staying Motivated

Jenn brings years of expertise in publishing, marketing, and book development to empower authors at every stage of their journey. Whether you’re an individual, a writing group, a business, or a community organization, these workshops can be tailored to your needs.

📍 Available for: Libraries | Writing Groups | Corporate & Nonprofit Events | Conferences | Schools & Universities

Interested in hosting a workshop? Let’s chat! Contact Us

At Publish Your Purpose, we’re proud to have a deep understanding of and connection with Connecticut.

We want to elevate your unique, local voice. Apply to publish your book with PYP!

Apply here!

At Publish Your Purpose, Community Matters

The community-minded element of independent, local publishers can be especially suitable if you’re an author trying to make a difference in the world. Looking for book publishers in Connecticut? Nice to meet you, neighbor!

Here’s how we put our community-centered values into action at Publish Your Purpose:

Our founder, Jenn T. Grace, is the co-founder and board chair of B Local Connecticut—a group that supports environmentally-conscious, ethically-minded businesses experiencing equitable and inclusive growth
We host events and free online training sessions for aspiring authors
As an LGBTQ+ and women-owned B Corporation™, our lived experiences help inform our representation efforts

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We’ve Published Books for More Than 25 Connecticut Authors

That’s right—we’ve worked with many authors from Connecticut, and are proud of the final published works from each of them. Here are just a handful of the books we’ve published with Connecticut authors, with each representing a valuable cause.

Getting there by being here, published by Publish Your Purpose