About Us
Books Worth Building
Exceptional books deserve exceptional publishing.
Established by Emily Barrosse, founder and publisher of Bold Story Press, Xander Press was created for authors who are serious about their work. Emily's career spans more than four decades in publishing, including serving as Vice President and Editor in Chief at McGraw Hill, where she helped shape hundreds of successful books and authors.
Our authors aren't writing a book simply to say they've published one. They're writing with purpose.
Whether they're sharing a lived experience, building authority in their field, or telling a story that matters, they want a publishing partner who will challenge, support, and champion their work.
We publish a carefully curated list of nonfiction, memoir, and select fiction because great books deserve more than production. They deserve partnership.
Built on the Bold Story Legacy
Xander Press is an imprint of Bold Story Press.
As Bold Story Press grew, outstanding manuscripts began arriving from authors outside its women-only publishing mission. Rather than turning those writers away, Emily created Xander Press.
Today, Bold Story Press continues to publish women authors exclusively, while Xander Press welcomes exceptional writers of all backgrounds.
Although the two imprints serve different audiences, they share the same experienced team, editorial standards, and commitment to publishing books of lasting quality.
Our Philosophy
We're neither a traditional publisher nor a self-publishing platform.
We're a hybrid publisher.
If you're unfamiliar with the term, you're not alone. Most authors discover hybrid publishing only after they begin researching their options. Our Hybrid Publishing page explains how it works, how it differs from other publishing models, and what every author should know before choosing a publisher.
Our authors receive professional editorial, design, and production support while retaining ownership of their work, earning substantially higher royalties than traditional publishing typically offers. Every book is available print-on-demand through Ingram's international network, reaching more than 39,000 retailers and libraries worldwide.
We publish selectively because we'd rather publish fewer books exceptionally well than many books indifferently.
Our Team
Our editors, designers, and production specialists bring decades of traditional publishing experience to every project.
We know how to produce professional books, and we know every manuscript requires something a little different.
Our goal is simple: to help every author publish a book they'll be proud of for years to come.
Is Xander Press Right for You?
Our authors write many kinds of books.
Memoirs. Thought-provoking nonfiction. Poetry. Business books. Carefully crafted novels.
They come from different backgrounds and have different goals, but they all want the same thing: a professional publishing partner who cares as much about the finished book as they do.
If that sounds like you, we'd love to get to know your work.
Ready To Take the Next Step?
Just exploring your options?
Attend our free webinar, The Honest Guide To Getting Published.
Emily explains today's publishing landscape, the differences between traditional, self-, and hybrid publishing, and what authors should know before they publish.
It isn't a sales presentation. We find the distinction important.
Register for a webinar
Well into your manuscript?
Request a professional manuscript evaluation.
If your manuscript is substantially complete, one of our editors will provide thoughtful feedback and help you determine what comes next.
Request an evaluation (coming soon)
Finished your book?
If your manuscript is complete and you believe Xander Press may be the right fit, we'd be delighted to review it.
We publish only a portion of the manuscripts we receive, but every submission is read carefully.
Submit your manuscript
Questions?
We're always happy to help authors better understand today's publishing landscape, even if they ultimately choose a different path.