Every Woman Has a Story to Tell.
Call for Submissions
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iRise Above Anthology
Soul Speak Press and the iRise Above Foundation are inviting young women facing or who have faced breast cancer to share their powerful stories for a transformational anthology.
Are you a woman in your twenties, thirties, or forties currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer? Your story matters, and it has the power to inspire and uplift others on this journey.
We’re looking for a diverse range of voices and experiences that shed light on the challenges, hopes, and unique journeys of young women diagnosed with breast cancer.
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Deserts to Mountaintops: Out of the Ashes
Every woman has a desert to mountaintop story to share.
We are looking for women who are ready to tell their stories of how they have overcome. We want to know what you’ve been through, the lessons you have learned and what you can teach us now!
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Why We Run
Celebrating the stories of “everyday” women who’ve overcome challenges and kept moving forward.
We’re looking for 10 women to contribute their stories to this heartfelt anthology.
Whether it’s about overcoming obstacles, finding healing through running, or celebrating your first finish line, your voice matters.
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In Her Words Collection
From tales of resilience and empowerment to reflections on love, identity, and struggle, each contribution resonates with authenticity and the power we all have within to overcome.
This collection is more than just a book; it is a testament to the strength and spirit that lies within every woman. Through their own words, the contributors share their unique journeys, offering readers a chance to connect, empathize, and find inspiration. Whether you're seeking solace, motivation, or simply a good read, In Her Words: The Power Within promises to be a source of profound insight and enduring strength.
Our anthologies and collections are beautifully crafted stories accompanied by a highly curated experience for each author. From writing coaching to developmental editing with copyeditors to a day of filming for the book trailer, we are building a community of accomplished women writers.
We consider them a "Masterclass in Memoir Writing" with a bestselling book as a final product.
And you're not alone. One of the most memorable components of the writing your chapter is the community of like-minded women with you on the journey.
We are looking for women who…
Have journeyed from a desert to a mountaintop and can write about a theme from her story. We are very open to your interpretation of how you have journeyed the sacred path your mountaintops.
Have courageously reclaimed herself, but doesn't have enough material for their own book or Memoir Manifesto, YET.
Are looking to launch into the professional speaking world and need published assets to establish credibility.
Are in need of building their network, audience and social media platforms to meet future professional goals.
Would love the opportunity to become a bestselling author
Would benefit from coaching support from a professional speaker, NYT and Amazon bestselling author.
Would flourish with group support and peer feedback as they compose and share their stories with the world.
Would benefit from learning the ins and outs of book marketing, promotion and PR (think of this as an investment in your future profession)
Feel compelled to heal with their personal stories of transformation in order to advocate, educate, inspire and empower other women to do the same.
Have always dreamed of holding their own published works in their hands and thrive in groups of supportive women.
DESERTS to MOUNTAINTOPS
The DTM Anthologies were a dream born out of Jessica Buchanan's own self-abandonment experience and how she found her way back to the mountaintop of self-love.
She is now committed to helping other women tell that story as well.
Watch Our Latest Book Trailers
Watch the the book trailer for the Volume II anthology titled "Deserts to Mountaintops: Choosing Our Healing Through Radical Self-Acceptance" by Jessica Buchanan and 18 other contributing authors.
Empowering stories of survival, tenacity, and resilience highlight these women's journeys from all walks of life. These anthologies are so much more than just a chapter in a book. It's a memoir writing masterclass, coaching, a community of empowered women, and so much more.
Deserts to Mountaintops: The Pilgrimage of Motherhood was born out of the most challenging moments of Jessica's motherhood journey. As she worked on healing from her kidnapping trauma, navigating the emotions that came with new parenthood, and balancing her grief with the loss of her mother and her home, it became clear that this little boy had been sent to save her. And save her, he did. There are few journeys in life as sacred as the one that leads us to, through or away from motherhood.
Ready to Start Your Anthology Experience?
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One narrative chapter contribution with comprehensive editing, feedback and developmental support
Two 1-on-1 coaching sessions with professional speaker, NYT and Bestselling author and writing coach, Jessica Buchanan
One 90-minute Writing Workshop Group Session
Four more group coaching and feedback sessions including writing support, marketing and PR instructions, audiobook training, and more.
Peer support for chapter submission
Option to participate in a Video Trailer promoting book
Production, publishing and uploading of all versions of Deserts to Mountaintops for worldwide distribution through Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Ingram and other trade outlets
Advance copies available at wholesale prices for your own personal distribution and sale
Audio book publishing support upload on Audible: You buy your equipment and we professionally edit your chapter
Amazon Bestseller Campaign
Branded social media assets personalized and curated to promote the project and your new role as a BEST SELLING AUTHOR!
The opportunity to expand your audience and network by 20x through cross promotion with other collaborating authors
The guarantee of becoming a BEST SELLING AUTHOR on Amazon
The opportunity to create sacred community with other inspiring women authors on the collective theme of reclaiming your body
A personalized PR and marketing package designed specifically for this project that you can use to launch your work upon publication
Exclusive interview on Deserts to Mountaintops Podcast
An epic In-person launch to celebrate the publishing of book
