Hello, I’m Maurice Johnson, founder of Self Publish Me.
As an author, publishing consultant, and longtime advocate for independent authorship, I created Self Publish Me to help first-time and independent writers better understand the publishing journey without feeling overwhelmed, pressured, or uncertain about the process.
Publishing a book—especially for the first time—can feel overwhelming. Not because authors lack creativity or commitment, but because the publishing process itself is often unclear.
Self Publish Me was created to bring clarity, confidence, and calm guidance to that journey.
We are a small, family-owned, diversity-certified publishing support business based in Oklahoma, working primarily with first-time and independent authors. Our focus is not on rushing authors through a system, but on helping them better understand the publishing process, the order of steps, and the decisions that matter most.
We are not a traditional publisher or publishing house—and that distinction is intentional.
Self Publish Me does not require authors to sign publishing contracts or give up ownership of their work. Authors who work with us retain 100% of their rights and royalties, maintaining full creative control over their books. Our role is to provide guidance, tools, and professional support so authors can move through the publishing process with greater confidence and understanding.
Our approach is personal, practical, and education-driven. Whether an author is working on a memoir, children’s book, poetry collection, family history, business book, or specialty project, the fundamentals of publishing remain the same. Clear guidance makes the difference.
At Self Publish Me, we believe publishing should feel approachable—not intimidating. We believe authors deserve honest direction, one-on-one support, and the space to make informed decisions without pressure.
If you’re unsure where to begin, we recommend starting with our Book Inquiry Gateway. This simple intake process helps us better understand your project, where you are in your journey, and how we may be able to assist you moving forward.
To begin, simply select the “Start Here” or “Book Inquiry” link in the menu.