Self-Publishing Consulting

Self-publishing is undergoing a revolution, thanks to print-on-demand services, and eBooks on the Kindle, iPad, and other e-readers. In fact, self-publishing should rightly be regarded now as being an “Independent Author,” the same way we think of an “independent filmmaker.”

Mary Holste Design has helped numerous authors bring their books to market. From “narrative how to” books, to self-help, to fiction, we have the experience authors need to not only bring their books to the masses, but we also offer authors branding and promotion services as well.

Check out our portfolio for some of our recent authors. And please feel free to contact us if you have questions or want more information!


About Mary Holste

Mary graduated from Pacific Lutheran University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design. She has since returned twice to teach the craft to students. Mary has worked as a designer in the arts and higher education before forming Mary Holste Design in 2007. Since then, Mary has been a designer for individuals and companies across the country — from Pasadena to New Jersey, from Kentucky to her hometown of Tacoma, Washington.


About Erik Hanberg

Erik has worked in marketing and non-profit administration before joining his wife’s company as a web designer, writer, and project manager. He is also an entrepreneur with a background in social media. In addition to his work with Mary Holste Design, he is the Executive Director of City Club of Tacoma, the author of “The Little Book of Gold,” a fundraising guide for small (and very small) non-profits and “The Saints Go Dying,” a detective mystery, and a Metro Parks Commissioner.