Sapphire Blue Publishing
Circa 2009 -2011

 

Sapphire Blue Publishing produced high quality eBooks that ranged from Action/Adventure, Comedy, Erotic, Fantasy/Sci-fi, Gay, Historical, Hot Shorts, Inspirational, Mainstream, Mystery/Suspense, Poetry, Shapeshifters, Short Shorts, Time Travel, Urban Fantasy/Paranormal, Young Adult, to Romance.
Content is from the site's 2009- 2011 archived pages providing a glimpse of the type of books this company published.

Welcome to Sapphire Blue Publishing!

Welcome to Sapphire Blue Publishing!

This is gearing up to launch in August, 2008, with variable but competitive royalty rates, open to many genres, and will also do reprints. 12,000-100,000 words. But submissions are by invitation only. July 2009 update: They are open to submissions in several genres, including erotica. Royalty rates begin at 45%. Electronic only; no paper submissions. July 2010 update: They are open for submissions, no longer by invitation only. July 2011 update: “We are open to anything your imagination can conjure up.” December 2011 update: They are closing as of the end of November 2011.

 

READING ELECTRONIC BOOKS REDUCES YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT

GO GREEN!!!!!  Everyone these days is talking about how they can reduce their negative impact on the environment and go green.  Electronic books are environmentally friendly because trees are not being cut down to make the book.  Have you considered your reading material when it comes to going "Green?"  Consider how your credit card companies and bank are asking you to turn off statements.  This is to save costs for their company, but it’s also to save our planet. 

Currently, you’re receiving newspapers, magazines, coupons and other material through electronic media—Why not books?  When electronic books are produced, trees are not cut down, there are no manufacturing impacts, no delivery through our highways, and no warehouses to store them in.  Electronic books are cutting down on air pollution, fossil fuel use, and deforestation just to name a few.

So Sapphire Blue Publishing encourages our readers to buy electronic books.   Save your planet!!!! 

 

"I first learned about the books in the Sapphire Blue catalog from a man wearing a Batman costume! He was raising money for the City Council's waterfront project and had partnered with the online retailer MoonAtMidnight, who was donating a portion of the profits from the sale of their Batman t-shirts to the project - they have the most gorgeous displays of their Batman wares. As a bonus, he had parked the one and only Batmobile nearby, drawing attention and excitement from the crowd. He was using an iPad to show me how I could participate in the fundraiser by ordering qualifying Batman shirts online. But I noticed he had an ebook opened - Shadows, and the graphic caught my eye so I asked him about it. He raved that although it was a woman's story, he was hooked on the read and showed me other books he had enjoyed. Long story short, Batman helped me find the great books that I now consider some of the best romance novels ever. They have just the right mix of plot, engaging characters and a hint of sexual fantasy. I also bought a couple of Batman t-shirts for my nephews." Alice Greer

 

About Sapphire Blue Publishing

Sapphire Blue Publishing produces high quality eBooks that will induce conversations and addict you to a special experience.  You'll lose yourself in a universe where the women kick ass, dark fantasy worlds become a reality, suspense sends chills up your spine, and more...

In an economy where money counts, Sapphire Blue Publishing's books are priced fantastically!

SBP listens to our customers and here are some examples of superior, individualized customer appreciation:

"I will say that Sapphire Blue Publishing is great...I didn't indicate PDF format and they delivered my copy in another format. I contacted them asking how to change the delivery to Adobe PDF or whether I should order it again, but a lady named Tiffany at the company immediately answered my e-mail and informed me she was downloading Salvaged to me in PDF."
 - Donna

"I have purchased your book and will start reading it this weekend, if not sooner. I'm so excited!! I didn't have any trouble buying it, but had problems downloading it.  I bought my new computer at home in December, and it has Vista on it.  I have XP at work though, and I was finally able to download here.  I have to say that Tiffany was very, very helpful, fast with solutions and willing to try whatever it would take to get me your book."
 - Joy

"I purchased your book yesterday and got a "corrupted file" message and was unable to download it. I sent an e-mail to the publisher and within two hours they responded, corrected the problem and got me the book. I was very impressed with their prompt and efficient customer service. Just thought you might want to know..."

 - Sheila

Sapphire Blue Publishing is a new eBook publishing company managed by a close family group of highly respected, innovative, revolutionary entrepreneurs.  

Sapphire Blue Publishing, LLC is a partnership owned by Maria Clayton and Tina Gerow--two very dynamic people bringing with them diverse strengths and backgrounds who are committed to making Sapphire Blue a publishing company where authors and publishers form a win/win partnership in an industry we love. We hope the end result of this new kind of partnership will be books that "enchant" our readers and bring them back time and time again.

 

Calling All Authors!!

SBP publishes all both Fiction (all genres) and non-Fiction.  We're open to anything your imagination can conjure up! 

  Current Hot Needs:

  - Hot Erotic Romance or Straight erotica.  Any size story, but especially 10-25K.  F/M, F/F, M/M or any combination.  (Ensure in same sex romances, pronoun usage--she/she, he/he--is clear!)  We like plot with our sex!! Must have an engaging story line that happens in the now.

  Send us your:

-  Romance, any subgenre.

 -  Multicultural stories in any genre.

 - Paranormal stories in any genre.  Shapeshifters (werewolves, weretigers, were-whatevers!), spirits, hauntings, demons, vamps (especially fun new twists on vamps!), fairies and any beasties we haven't seen before.

 - Young Adult. Geared toward teenage readers and up that sucks them in with fast paced entertainment.   

 - Fantasy.  Fairies, wizards, elves, dryads etc with a great fantasy voice!

 - Mystery & Suspense.  Fresh, fun, unpredictable story lines that keep us on the edge of our seat and turning pages.

 -  Non fiction.  Self Help, How To, Tips & Tricks, any length.

 

  • Do you have any manuscripts hidden under the bed or wasting away on your hard drive that keep begging to be let out for some fresh air? 
  • Do you have an off the wall story premise or set of characters that’s been hard to find a home for? 
  • Do you have a previously published story that you’ve received the rights back on that you’d love to take out for another spin? 
  • Have you been told that your story crosses all genres and may be hard to place? 

 
We are a royalty paying publisher and we accept story lengths from 5k and up.  Our contracts are author friendly, and run for a two year term for electronic books.  We will doing print on demand by July of 2011.

See below for submission information.

 

Submission FAQ's

What type of publisher is Sapphire Blue Publishing?
We are a royalty paying publisher.  We will NOT ask for any fees from an author to publish or distribute their book.

What are our royalty rates?
Our royalty rates begin at 45%.

Do we assign ISBN numbers to our books?
Yes. An ISBN number is assigned to each contracted book, and each medium version of the book. (i.e. the same book will have one ISBN number for eBook and a different one for audio (if available) etc.)

Do we publish anything but erotic romance?
Yes. We are open to many genres.

Does Sapphire Blue publish works that were previously published elsewhere?
Yes.  As long as the rights have reverted back to the author, and the author can provide the reversion of rights letter.

Will my work be subject to edits even if it has previously been published somewhere else?
Yes.  All stories, regardless if they have been previously published elsewhere, will go through the full editorial process to ensure only high quality products are offered to our readers.

Would an editor or SBP staff member be willing to attend my writing group meeting/writing conference and speak and/or take editor appointments?
Yes.  Sapphire Blue does maintain a presence at several conferences and attends writing group meetings or other meetings. 

 

Submissions Information 

To submit your manuscript, or previously published work please send your submission via Microsoft Word attachment (.doc or .rtf) to submissions@sapphirebluepublishing.comh2. 

Note: We do not accept paper submissions.

Please include in your email cover letter:

  • Real Name & Pen Name
  • Story genre
  • Book length
  • Publishing experience
  • Any awards or writing affiliations
  • Website and contact information
  • Microsoft Word attachment with your completed manuscript and a synopsis of no more than 5 pages
  • If previously published work, please attach reversion of rights letter from previous publisher.

Manuscript Formatting:

Sapphire Blue accepts standard eBook manuscript formatting, which is as follows:

  •   Paper size 8.5” X 11”
  •   12pt Bookman Old Style
  •   Margins:  Top/Sides = 1”; Bottom = .08” 
  •   Line spacing – 1.5
  •   Tab:  .5
  •   Headers:  .3
  •   Header Setup:  Layout – different odd/even, different first page
  •   Page numbers, centered on bottom of each page
  •    Page breaks in between chapters
  •   Use three Tildes between scenes - ~~~
  •   No use of formatting within the document such as Header 1, Header 2 etc.

Use common sense. No one will be rejected for using any standard industry accepted formatting, and in Times New Roman, Courier or Bookmans Old Style.

Please be sure that your manuscript has been thoroughly self-edited and is free of spelling and grammatical errors.

We do not accept anything involving rape (even as "titillation") - remember it's about the emotional memory that impacts the current event that is important, or pedophilia.  No minor having sex as an adult with adults - if it's teen sex and appropriate for the scene, we'll review it.

Timeframe:

Timeframe to hear on submissions is approximately four months.
Thank you!
The Staff at Sapphire Blue Publishing

 

 

New and Current Releases

A Taste of Liberty
ISBN: 978-1-934657-43-0 $4.50

 Book 2 in the Task Force 125 Series

In the war on terror...sometimes the best weapon is a woman...

Sarah Stevens finally has a life.
Instead of the same old life with no man around who is worth the energy, now she has three. One she loves but cannot have, one she can have but cannot love, and another who wants her and doesn’t care if she loves him.
What’s a girl to do?
34K Words 

Romance Junkies

5 Blue Ribbon Review

 I’ve anxiously awaited this story since I first read the first book in the TASK FORCE 125 series. Sarah’s bold as brass attitude and ‘one of the guys’ persona captivated me while her more ‘womanly’ side makes it easy to empathize with her. Sarah’s come a long way since she was first introduced but a lot of the changes were in her appearance, and now she’s dealing with some emotional issues and the results are sometimes jaw dropping. Lisa Pietsch does a brilliant job combining the intensity of a terrorist situation with raw emotion and throwing in plenty of humor so that the storyline moves extremely fast. I fully admit to ignoring the husband and housework while I was immersed in this story and then immediately stopping by Ms. Pietsch’s website to find out how long I’d have to wait for more.

If you haven’t read the first book in this series, THE PATH TO FREEDOM yet I highly suggest you do so. A TASTE OF LIBERTY is a continuation of Sarah’s story and Lisa Pietsch tells this story with as much intensity, passion and respect for the men and women in/and out of uniform who serve our country. 

 

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The Path to Freedom
ISBN: 978-1-934657-06-5 $6.00

Book 1 in the Task Force 125 Series

In the war on terror...sometimes the best weapon is a woman...

 Sarah Stevens is a washed-up military cop whose life is a shambles until she is offered a position as an agent with the CIA. 

The thirty-year-old, overweight, down-on-her-luck Stevens goes to a secret training camp where she is transformed into a sexy and deadly agent whose mission is to stop, by any means possible, the financiers of terrorism against the United States and its allies.

Sarah soon discovers that this is an exciting new life loaded with adventure, danger and undeniable sinful temptations…

77K words
 

RWABOOK CLUB REVIEW - 5

I love the fact that this book takes the reader into a world beyond what happens with people who live their lives as spies. I like that the adventures of the careful preparation of these spies and the line crossing into worlds of some very dangerous people to blend in with them and muzzle their efforts of corruption. These efforts range from being Religious to personal financial gain that leads to espionage. This book pricks your concern about where we would be if those on our side and what's being reported from our enemies here in our country.

There was not much I can say that I didn't like about this book except that I am not an avid love story reader and the love that develops between Sarah and Vince was nice. I am sure that in their situation it is hard to be devoid of feelings. I did wish that they could have entertained their feeling sooner, maybe it could have help them handle their predicament a lot better or maybe not!

Reviewed by:
Lawrence
 

ROMANCE JUNKIES    Rating: 5 blue ribbons

I have to say THE PATH TO FREEDOM is one genuinely impressive read. I loved Sarah’s gung ho attitude and her determination to reinvent herself and there’s no doubt in my mind that she’s wholly successful in achieving that goal. Vince has issues of his own – both personally and professionally – and Sarah’s ability to stand up to him is a huge turn on for him. One of the things I especially enjoyed about this story was the closeness of the members of Task Force 125.

There’s a genuine caring and ‘openness’ that’s extended to Sarah and really says a lot about this group. Lisa Pietsch infuses this story with humor, lots of action, friendship, romance and suspense so that you’re pulled into these characters lives and don’t want to let them go. Fortunately Ms. Pietsch is working on more stories for both Sarah and her fellow ‘fat camp’ roomy’ Tracey Ballentine so I’ll be anxious to revisit them both and find out just where their adventures have taken them.

 Happily Ever After Review

 I really enjoyed reading about Sarah in, The Path to Freedom. The poor girl couldn't lose weight, so she was kicked out of the air force. She was given a business card to go to a free armed forces sponsored fat camp, and once at fat camp, she learned that things weren't exactly what they seemed. ...I give The Path to Freedom three and a half Tea Cups. It was well written, the characters were very believable, and the sex scenes, while they weren't overly graphic, were enough to jump start my imagination. I give The Path to Freedom a heat rating score of a 1, and I can't wait for the next story in this series. 

 

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Wild Cowboy Domination

ISBN: 978-1-934657-11-9

Cowboy Ray Wilde has a secret. To the public, he’s a bull rider who can get the most worn-out Brahma to buck like a prize-winning bull and in private, when the moon is high over the Arizona desert; he gets more than a little hairy. 

Rachel Benson is searching for her missing sister, and she suspects one of two men are involved in her sister’s disappearance, but which one? Is it the doctor or a shape-shifting bull rider who’s into bondage?

26K Words

Warning:  Contains explicit Sex

 Romance At Heart Magazine

Wild Cowboy Domination is hot read from the start. Rachel and Ray are dynamic characters with sex appeal that steams the pages. The crafty plot spins with some twists and turns that get better with each page. Gardner is a devious bad guy that makes the story flow consistently. I could feel the intensity within the characters as well as the anger, suspicion and emotions they all emitted. Brit Blaise stirs a stimulating read that keeps the reader on the edge of the seat. There were so many moments in the stirring tale that I found myself right along with the characters. The story unfolds with so many interesting events that it practically mesmerizes the reader. Imaginative and intense, this read is a heart pounding thrill. Get the adventure ride today, where strange things abound, and come to life within the pages.

Sincerely good reading,
Linda

Romance Junkies gave this wonderful read - 4 1/2 stars

Brit Blaise's WILD COWBOY DOMINATION captivated me from the very first page. The sex between Ray and Rachel is smoldering and full of emotional appeal. I really loved the the scenes where the various shifters reveal their alternate forms and Rachel learns about how she's been deceived by her 'family.' There's no shortage of heart pounding interactions that will keep you guessing and eagerly reading to find out what will happen next.

 

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Saturnalia

ISBN: 978-1-934657-33-1

Beneath the veil of the Winter Solstice, a powerful blend of desire and desperation ignites the forgotten Roman custom of Saturnalia.

A brutish husband, a hopeful wife, and a genie of ancient allure are drawn together on a mystical night when vengeance and passion collide.
6K Words

Book Junkie's Rating: 4/5

This is the second book from K.F Zuzulo that I have had the pleasure to read and once again, I was not disappointed in Saturnalia. Well actually I was a little, but just by the fact that I wanted MORE! ...since I hadn't a clue what Saturnalia was I used my best pal Google to check it out: "Saturnalia became one of the most popular Roman festivals. It was marked by tomfoolery and reversal of social roles, in which slaves and masters ostensibly switched places, with humorous results."
Brunde.

 

 

More Background On Sapphire Blue Publishing

 

SapphireBluePublishing.com represents a distinct moment in the evolution of independent digital publishing. Operating primarily between 2008 and late 2011, Sapphire Blue Publishing (often abbreviated SBP) emerged during the first major wave of dedicated eBook publishers. This was the period when Kindle adoption was accelerating, PDFs and EPUB files were becoming normalized, and genre fiction—especially romance and paranormal—was finding new life in digital formats.

Though relatively short-lived, Sapphire Blue Publishing provides insight into early digital publishing models, author-friendly royalty structures, niche genre communities, environmentally conscious marketing, and the experimentation that defined the late-2000s independent press landscape.

This article explores the company’s ownership, editorial direction, submission standards, catalog highlights, reputation, audience, and broader cultural significance.

Origins and Founders

Sapphire Blue Publishing, LLC was owned and managed by Maria Clayton and Tina Gerow. The company described itself as a partnership operated by a close-knit family group of entrepreneurs committed to reshaping the author-publisher relationship. Their messaging emphasized collaboration, transparency, and mutual benefit between authors and publisher.

The company began gearing up for launch in August 2008. In its early stages, submissions were accepted by invitation only—suggesting an attempt to curate quality and control growth. By mid-2009 and 2010, however, the publisher expanded its submission policy and opened more broadly to unsolicited manuscripts across multiple genres.

In July 2011, the company publicly stated it was open to “anything your imagination can conjure up,” reflecting either rapid expansion ambitions or an attempt to increase submission volume. By December 2011, Sapphire Blue Publishing announced its closure, effective at the end of November 2011.

Its lifecycle—from selective launch to broad openness to eventual shutdown—mirrors the volatile nature of many small digital presses during the early Kindle era.

Digital-Only Model and Industry Context

Sapphire Blue Publishing operated as an electronic-only publisher. It did not accept paper submissions and focused exclusively on digital distribution. This positioned it squarely within a new generation of presses that bypassed traditional printing, warehousing, and brick-and-mortar distribution channels.

Between 2008 and 2011, several major shifts were occurring in the publishing world:

  • Amazon’s Kindle platform was expanding rapidly.

  • Readers were becoming comfortable purchasing downloadable fiction.

  • Romance and erotica were leading digital category growth.

  • Small presses could compete globally without physical infrastructure.

Sapphire Blue Publishing adopted industry-standard practices such as assigning ISBN numbers to each contracted book and to each format variation. This signaled professionalism and alignment with broader publishing norms rather than informal self-publishing operations.

Mission and Branding Philosophy

Sapphire Blue Publishing positioned itself as:

  • High-quality

  • Author-friendly

  • Environmentally responsible

  • Genre-inclusive

  • Reader-focused

One of its most distinctive marketing angles was environmental sustainability. The company actively promoted electronic books as a way to reduce carbon footprints, emphasizing:

  • No trees cut down

  • No manufacturing emissions

  • No delivery trucks on highways

  • No warehouses storing unsold stock

In the late 2000s—when “Go Green” campaigns were prominent across industries—this messaging resonated with socially conscious readers. The publisher framed digital reading as part of a broader cultural shift toward paperless banking, digital newspapers, and electronic communication.

Royalty Structure and Author Terms

Sapphire Blue Publishing marketed itself as a royalty-paying publisher that did not charge authors fees for publication or distribution. Royalty rates reportedly began at 45%, which was competitive for small presses at the time, especially for digital-only contracts.

Contracts ran for two years for electronic rights, suggesting relatively flexible rights management compared to traditional publishing houses that often required longer commitments.

The company also accepted previously published works, provided authors could demonstrate reversion of rights. This gave second life to titles that may have fallen out of print or reverted from other publishers.

Genres and Editorial Focus

Sapphire Blue Publishing embraced a wide range of genres, though romance and its subgenres dominated the catalog.

Genres included:

  • Romance (all subgenres)

  • Erotic romance and straight erotica

  • Paranormal

  • Urban fantasy

  • Shapeshifters (werewolves, weretigers, etc.)

  • Fantasy (fairies, elves, wizards)

  • Mystery and suspense

  • Young Adult

  • Action/adventure

  • Historical fiction

  • Mainstream fiction

  • Poetry

  • Non-fiction (self-help, how-to, tips & tricks)

The publisher expressed strong interest in short-form erotic romance between 10,000 and 25,000 words—ideal for digital consumption. It also encouraged multicultural stories and genre-crossing manuscripts that might have been difficult to place in traditional publishing.

Despite openness to erotic content, the company set firm boundaries. It did not accept works involving rape (even as titillation) or pedophilia, and it restricted content involving minors in sexual situations.

Submission Process and Professional Standards

Manuscripts were to be submitted electronically in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .rtf). Authors were asked to include:

  • Real name and pen name

  • Genre

  • Word count

  • Publishing experience

  • Awards or writing affiliations

  • Contact information

  • A synopsis (up to five pages)

  • Reversion letters if previously published

Formatting guidelines were detailed and included specific font types, margin sizes, line spacing, headers, pagination, and scene break markers (~ ~ ~). However, the publisher also reassured authors that standard industry formatting would be acceptable and that common sense would prevail.

The estimated response time for submissions was approximately four months.

Customer Service Reputation

Archived testimonials suggest Sapphire Blue Publishing earned praise for responsive and personalized customer service. Several readers described technical difficulties downloading files—common during the early eBook era—and noted that staff responded quickly and resolved issues efficiently.

One recurring name mentioned in testimonials was Tiffany, who reportedly assisted customers in correcting file formats, resolving corrupted downloads, and navigating compatibility problems between Windows Vista and XP systems.

In an era when digital file formats were still unfamiliar to many readers, attentive customer support could significantly influence brand loyalty.

Notable Titles and Series

Task Force 125 Series by Lisa Pietsch

One of the publisher’s more prominent offerings was the Task Force 125 series:

  • The Path to Freedom (Book 1)

  • A Taste of Liberty (Book 2)

These novels combined:

  • Military espionage

  • CIA training

  • Female empowerment

  • Romantic tension

  • Action and humor

The protagonist, Sarah Stevens, is portrayed as a flawed but determined heroine who reinvents herself from a struggling former military police officer into a formidable intelligence operative.

The series received favorable reviews from romance-focused outlets such as Romance Junkies and RWABook Club. Reviewers praised the pacing, emotional depth, and strong character development.

Wild Cowboy Domination by Brit Blaise

This shapeshifter-themed erotic romance centered on a bull rider with a secret identity and elements of bondage and paranormal intrigue. Reviews described the book as intense, emotionally charged, and filled with dramatic twists.

It appealed to readers of contemporary paranormal erotica—a genre thriving in digital spaces during that period.

Saturnalia by K.F. Zuzulo

A shorter story inspired by the ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia, this work blended historical reference with erotic and mystical elements. Its brevity reflected the publisher’s willingness to embrace shorter digital fiction formats.

Audience and Market Position

Sapphire Blue Publishing’s core audience likely included:

  • Romance enthusiasts

  • Paranormal and shapeshifter fans

  • Digital-first readers

  • Erotica readers

  • Indie press supporters

  • Early adopters of eReaders

The tone of the website and marketing materials suggests a reader base comfortable with fantasy elements, sensual themes, and strong female protagonists.

Unlike mainstream New York publishers, SBP catered to online niche communities rather than bookstore browsers.

Cultural and Industry Significance

Though Sapphire Blue Publishing closed in 2011, it reflects several important trends in publishing history:

1. The Rise of Digital-First Romance

Romance was one of the earliest genres to thrive in digital formats. Readers were willing to experiment with independent presses if pricing was attractive and storytelling compelling.

2. Short-Form Fiction Viability

SBP’s openness to 5,000-word and 10,000–25,000-word stories anticipated the growing market for novella-length digital fiction.

3. Environmental Framing of eBooks

The company’s explicit “Go Green” messaging positioned eBooks as environmentally responsible—a relatively forward-thinking strategy at the time.

4. Author-Friendly Marketing Language

Small presses in the late 2000s often emphasized partnership, fairness, and higher royalties compared to traditional publishers. SBP’s two-year contracts and 45% starting royalties fit that pattern.

Closure and Legacy

By the end of November 2011, Sapphire Blue Publishing ceased operations. While no extensive public explanation was widely circulated, the closure aligns with a broader pattern:

  • Increased competition from Amazon’s direct self-publishing tools

  • Market saturation of small digital presses

  • Financial pressures

  • Shifts in distribution platforms

As Kindle Direct Publishing and similar platforms gained traction, many authors opted to self-publish rather than partner with small eBook-only presses.

Despite its short operational window, Sapphire Blue Publishing represents an important transitional era between traditional print dominance and the explosion of direct digital publishing.

 

SapphireBluePublishing.com stands as a case study in early digital-era independent publishing. Founded with ambition, environmental branding, and author-friendly policies, the company published romance, paranormal, and genre fiction that resonated with online communities during a pivotal industry shift.

Its brief lifespan does not diminish its relevance. Instead, it highlights the experimentation and entrepreneurial spirit that defined the first major wave of digital-first publishers. Sapphire Blue Publishing embraced new technology, nurtured genre storytelling, supported authors with competitive royalties, and engaged readers during a time when eBooks were still reshaping the literary marketplace.

For scholars of publishing history, genre fiction enthusiasts, and observers of digital disruption, Sapphire Blue Publishing offers a compelling snapshot of a transformative moment in literary distribution.

 

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