We recently connected with Olivia Savard and have shared our conversation below.

Olivia, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today So let’s jump to your mission – what’s the backstory behind how you developed the mission that drives your brand?

At Light of the Moon, Inc, we are a full-service company committed to empowering and supporting independent authors on their self-publishing journey. Founded and nurtured by a mother-daughter team, Alyssa Ohnmacht and Olivia Savard, our vision is to create a comprehensive self-publishing service that not only guides authors but also champions their creative independence.

The story behind our mission began with a genuine desire to create a self publishing service that operates with integrity, transparency, and unwavering support for authors.

“We witnessed the challenges faced by independent authors in the publishing industry,” says Alyssa. “We saw talented writers struggling with complex processes and feeling disempowered. This inspired us to create a service that would provide a transparent and supportive environment, empowering authors to retain control over their work.”

Our mission is driven by the belief that every author’s voice deserves to be heard and celebrated. We are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of authors, supporting their creative journey, and celebrating their success. By providing the necessary tools, knowledge, and personalized guidance, we empower authors to not only bring their stories to life, but to understand the process every step of the way.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

Certainly. I’m Olivia Savard, and the dynamic woman beside me is my mother and business partner, Alyssa Ohnmacht. Together, we are the mother-daughter duo leading Light of the Moon, Inc. Our combined skills, my expertise in Communications and Social Media Marketing, along with Alyssa’s extensive experience as a graphic designer, serve as the foundation of our company. Our shared vision is to take the mystery out of self-publishing and empower independent authors through transparency, trust, and collaboration.

We offer a full range of services tailored to meet the individual author’s needs. Our services include: book coaching, editing, layout/design, printing coordination, marketing strategies, and much more. Every book is unique and we celebrate that by creating custom packages to fit each author’s needs.

Ultimately, we set out to provide a one-stop solution that encompasses all aspects of the self-publishing process; we simplify the journey for our clients, saving them time, effort, and the stress of coordinating multiple providers.
What sets us apart from others in the industry is our commitment to Empowered Publishing. We prioritize our authors’ creative control and independence, ensuring they retain full rights to their work. Our focus is not just on providing services but also on coaching and educating our authors and empowering them with knowledge and confidence. We firmly believe that the power to bring a book to life lies within the author themselves, and we are here to guide, support, and facilitate that journey.

We want potential clients, followers, and fans to know that Light of the Moon, Inc is more than just a service provider. We are a partner on their publishing journey, offering expertise, guidance, and support. We are passionate about empowering authors and believe in the transformative power of storytelling (both for the author and their readers). When authors work with us, they can expect a personalized experience with comprehensive services, which in turn gives them the confidence to bring their creative works to life.

For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?

Watching an author hold their printed book for the first time is the most rewarding part of our business. We love helping our authors bring their stories to life.

What’s been the most effective strategy for growing your clientele?

While social media and networking is helpful, the most effective strategy for growing our clientele has been word of mouth.

We strive to build and foster strong relationships with our authors—many of which continue on long after the book is published.

For this reason, many of our authors have been our biggest advocates, by sharing their positive experience with others.         

Contact Info:

• Website: www.lightofthemooninc.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightofthemooninc/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lightofthemooninc/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-of-the-moon-inc/
• Other: Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/shop/LOTMBookshelf
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightofthemooninc

Image Credits
Erica Savard (our headshots & photos) Mateo Sandate (Shayla Paradeis & Alyssa Ohnmacht) Olivia Savard (DJ Hill and Dick Durrance and all Book Images)