Beyond the Gatekeepers: Lisa Umina on Elevating Self-Published Books

In this inspiring episode of The Karuna Life, Gina sits down with Lisa Michelle Umina—award-winning author, publisher, and founder/CEO of Halo Publishing International and the Elite Voices imprint. With 20+ years in the industry and over 3,000 titles launched, Lisa shares why she chose the self-publishing path, the gap she set out to fill, and the core values that guide her team’s partnerships with authors. You’ll learn how to make an indie book stand shoulder-to-shoulder with traditionally published titles, where new authors tend to underestimate the work (no shame—just truth and a good checklist), and what Halo’s process looks like from first inquiry to launch day. Lisa also tells the story of an author who nearly quit—and the pivotal shift that brought the book to its readers. If you feel called to write but overwhelmed, this conversation offers your next right step… and the one sticky note Lisa would leave on every author’s desk.

Learn more about Lisa's work with Halo Publishing and Elite Voices: www.halopublishing.com • Instagram @halopublishing | @elite_voices

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