Jase Simpson

Photo by @JaseSimpsonPhotography

Interview by King Brooks

Welcome to my inaugural column for The Heat Seekers Magazine! I am honored to finally cross one of my goals off of my vision board. This month I decided to interview author Jase Simpson about the launch of his publishing company. I hope you enjoy it.

KB: Congrats Jase, on the launch of Jase Expressions Publishing Company! How are you doing?

JS: I am doing well without one complaint- simply put I am blessed.

KB: Where did the idea for Jase Expressions Publishing Company come from?

JS: Jase Expression actually originated when I self published my first book “ Lord, Here I am”. After doing extensive research on publishing companies and the fees that were associated with it. I learned that I could do it myself and I committed myself to helping others so that they weren’t taken advantage of with the major companies.

Photo by @JaseSimpsonPhotography

KB: Why now and why a publishing company? Cause you have so many talents.

JS: I believe that this is the time to officially launch my publishing company because this pandemic, although a horrible experience, has reignited the flame in me that started a few years ago. The thought that a person’s dreams could be taken away because they didn’t have an outlet reminded me of one of the purposes that I knew that I had to complete. Plus, although I do have other talents, writing is a passion that can encompass all of my gifts in one forum.

KB: How did you move from fear to action? I know you are a man of Faith.

JS: Fear of action was only coupled with my fixation on not letting God down. I strongly believe that the evidence of God has been reflected in life to the point that I am compelled to fulfill my destiny.

KB: How long have you been planning this launch?

JS: The launch of Jase Expressions publishing was launched with me however now that I have branched out of myself. It has taken a few months for me to build a team of people with the intentions of helping others with their publishing dreams.

Photo by @JaseSimpsonPhotography

KB: What type of preparation did you do to prepare yourself for the launch of your own company?

JS: A Lot of prayer and purposeful focusing on the ultimate goal. I have also had to learn how to navigate through the distractions that may arise. However, remaining determined and accepting the failures and praising the successes as they come has helped me to launch this publishing company.

KB: Did you have any hurdles to climb during the process?

JS: Absolutely, however I don’t consider temporary setbacks as hurdles I consider them as learning opportunities that will aid me in growing to reach my greatest potential as a publisher.

KB: What advice would you give to any sole-preneur out there wanting to start a company?

JS: Never give up! With each day that you wake up there is an other opportunity to grow your business, embrace your business, learn your business, and reach what God has promised to you.

KB: What can we expect from Jase Expressions Publishing in the future?

JS: The world can expect an eclectic framework of writings, in multiple formats whether books, poems, plays or movies, that will positively enhance anyone who comes across our work.

KB: If there are any Authors out there that would love to have their book published with your company how do they get in contact with you?

JS: They can reach me at Jase Expressions on all social media platforms, jase.expressions@gmail.com, or contact our office at 562-485-4485, or visit our website at jaseexpressions.com and you will find all of our contact information there. Remember there is never a story that can’t be told and we can help you reach your dreams.

King Brooks is Editor In Chief/Publisher of Blackpageturners.com & Unleashed Lit Magazine.