Ballast Books

Ballast Books publishes books with and for top performers. We are a full service publisher, and offer a full suite of author services.

06/22/2026

🚨 Calling all authors! We’re open for queries. 🚨

Meet Emma Sherk, one of our talented editors at Ballast Books! From fairytale retellings to true-crime novels, Emma is looking for compelling stories that entertain, inspire, and spark conversation.

Have a manuscript you’re excited about? Submit your project through the form on our website—link in the comments.

06/19/2026

🎁 Psst . . . Still need a gift for Dad? We’ve got you covered!

Here are 10 books handpicked by our staff that are sure to make the perfect Father’s Day gift.

📚Books mentioned:
1. A Small Book for a Big Life by Brad Ahlquist
2. If I Don’t Return by Mark Hertling
3. My Golf Journey by Ben Thapa
4. Surviving A Miracle by Richard Greenberg
5. Air Born by Dr. Jan Davis
6. American Grunt by Kevin Cramer
7. To See Far by James Van Laak
8. Surviving Life by Dr. Tom Schneider
9. A Day Like Any Other by Tom Oliva
10. Sweet Pecan Pie by Drew Dusebout

Did we miss one? Share your favorite go-to Father’s Day book in the comments!

06/18/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Rob Christensen to the Ballast Books family with his upcoming title, BRAVE: Rise Stronger After Life’s Hardest Moments!

What does it mean to rise after life breaks you? For Rob Christensen, fire captain, cognitive mindset coach, and founder of Live Brave Today, the answer wasn't found on the other side of struggle—it was forged right in the middle of it.

After decades of carrying unresolved pain, Rob created the BRAVE framework: a five-part system built on bravery, resilience, authenticity, vulnerability, and empathy. His upcoming book expands on this framework, giving readers a practical, research-informed path forward after trauma, loss, and hardship.

BRAVE isn’t about bouncing back. It's about becoming stronger, more self-aware, and more purposeful because of what you've been through.

Please join us in congratulating Rob on this exciting step in his publishing journey!

06/17/2026

🎙️🔥 NEW PODCAST EPISODE: What happens when everything changes overnight?

Join Chad Jensen as he discusses his new book, Badge Under Fire: A Fight for Truth. When he was falsely accused of excessive force during a lawful arrest, Officer Jensen trusted the justice system would protect him—until he became the target of what he alleges was a fraudulent FBI investigation and prosecution.

Hear Jensen's perspective on the case and why he chose to tell his story.

Listen to the full episode at: https://hubs.la/Q04ltT6J0

06/16/2026

We’re thrilled to announce today’s publication of The Long Road: A Guide to Recovery from Long COVID by Ryan Patterson!

When Patterson first heard about COVID-19 in early 2020, he never imagined the virus would alter the course of his life. In The Long Road, Ryan shares his personal recovery journey alongside practical strategies to help Long COVID patients better understand their symptoms, make informed decisions, and advocate for their health.

More than a memoir, The Long Road serves as a valuable resource for patients and families seeking hope, information, and direction as they navigate a condition that continues to affect millions worldwide.

06/15/2026

You’ve been warned—see you soon, Teresa Giudice. 🔥

06/12/2026

⚓ Welcome aboard the Ballast Books Crew! ⚓️

We launched a new LinkedIn group where authors can connect to share experiences, ask questions, and navigate the publishing journey with industry professionals and each other.

Because publishing isn’t a solo voyage.

Join the group now!

06/11/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Rafal Bahary to the Ballast Books family with his upcoming memoir.🔥

Born and raised in the Middle East, Rafal witnessed war, displacement, and profound loss before building a new life in the United States. When a call came for Arabic-English linguists to support US Special Operations, he answered—serving six combat tours alongside some of America’s most elite troops. Through his firsthand experiences, Rafal offers a raw and deeply personal account of life on the front lines and the bonds forged in combat.

More than a military memoir, his story honors the fallen and sheds light on a world few truly understand, preserving the stories of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Please join us in congratulating Rafal on this exciting step in his publishing journey!

06/10/2026

The story behind the headlines.🚨

On September 11, 2018, Navy SEAL Chief Eddie Gallagher was arrested for war crimes he didn’t commit while receiving treatment at a TBI clinic.

The Man in the Arena tells the firsthand story of what happened next.

Grab a signed copy at https://hubs.la/Q04kN4Dn0.

Use code PHF to:
⚓Get $2 off your order
⚓Have $2 donated to the Pipe Hitter Foundation

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