SMART PUBLISHING's
LIFTED VOICES PROJECT
THE LIFTED VOICES PROJECT: Amplifying Stories That Matter
At Smart Publishing, we believe that every transformational story deserves to be heard, regardless of financial circumstances. That’s why we created the Lifted Voices Project, a charitable initiative that selects two deserving authors each year to have their books published at no cost.
Our mission is to share powerful stories from individuals facing hardships. Whether it’s overcoming adversity, inspiring change, or sharing a personal journey, the Lifted Voices Project gives these important stories the platform they deserve.
Selection for this unique opportunity is made on a case-by-case basis, with authors handpicked by the Smart Publishing leadership team. We are committed to bringing these voices to the forefront, helping them impact the world in the way they were meant to.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2024 RECIPIENTS!
John Clark
Cancer Diaries
Release Date: Late 2024
About the Author:
John Henry Clark lives in a one-stoplight central Texas town, roughly halfway between Austin and Waco. A graduate of the University of Houston, Clark is an award-winning journalist, author, athlete, freelance writer, personal trainer, photographer, musician, artist, husband, and father who has more than two dozen published non-fiction books, including his bestseller, Camino: Laughter and Tears Along Spain’s 500-mile Camino de Santiago, which chronicles two of his backpacking treks along the historic pilgrimage across northern Spain.
A tireless seeker, researcher and questioner, John has written a number of other fascinating books dealing with the human experience, from tragedies to triumphs and more, including his first published title,
Finding God: An Exploration of Spirituality in America’s Heartland; the riveting, Depression Blues, in which he talks about how he learned to overcome a lifelong struggle with depression and anxiety; and Finally Fit: It’s Never Too Late to Achieve a Dream, an inspiring success story of beating the odds and learning to live again.
Henry & Danielle Mims
More Than Love Notes & Laughter: Hen & Dani's Guide to Building a Relationship Beyond the Ordinary.
Released on: December 17, 2024
About the Authors:
Danielle Mims, born in the Bronx, NY, and raised in Palm Bay, FL, grew up in a beautifully blended family where she learned early lessons about resilience and family values from her loving parents and siblings. Her journey has included transformative experiences, including a first marriage that brought her two sons, Justice and Gavin, and a path of self-discovery and renewal after divorce. Today, Danielle is a devoted mother, a speaker on self-love and healing, and an advocate for personal growth. Her candid, warm-hearted approach has inspired many in her community, as she openly shares her journey of overcoming adversity and embracing authentic love.
Henry Mims was born in Pensacola, FL, and grew up in a household that valued humor, resilience, and strength. Raised by his Cuban mother and Southern father, Henry faced early challenges, including a battle with spinal meningitis that left him deaf by age three and the loss of his father during his teens. These trials, and the enduring support of his mother and stepfather, instilled in him a deep appreciation for family and self-determination. A gifted storyteller, Henry's writing journey began with Mad Libs and grew into a passion for storytelling inspired by life’s profound silences and the works of Hemingway and Kerouac.
When Henry and Danielle found each other, their connection sparked a new chapter—one rooted in shared values, deep love, and the commitment to build a life of intention and purpose. Married in a heartfelt ceremony on January 3, 2021, they now share their insights on love, resilience, and relationship-building in More Than Love Notes & Laughter: Hen & Dani’s Guide to Building a Relationship Beyond the Ordinary. Through their joint perspective, Danielle and Henry inspire couples to cultivate understanding, freedom, and peace, breaking down barriers and fostering safe spaces for vulnerability and growth. Their journey is a testament to the power of love, authenticity, and the strength found in unity.
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