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ABOUT ME
I'm Tara Hayes, Speaker, 2x Author & Creator of The Published Authority™
I’m a 2x author and publishing strategist who helps experts turn their knowledge into books that build real authority. Through Tarafied Publishing, I guide business owners and families from idea to publication — with clarity, structure, and strategy every step of the way.
How we Got Started
I've been doing this Since 2019
My self-publishing journey began in October 2019.
My reason for signing up for a Self-publishing course was because I was looking to change my life. I had just gotten laid off from my full-time job. This was the second full-time job that I lost within a 10-month period.
Needless to say, my confidence was shot. I needed to do some true soul searching before jumping into another job.
I thought that taking a Self-Publishing Course was the shift that I needed.
Through the course, I was able to publish my first book! I was a newly Self-Published Author! Yay!
Since my first book was about my own experience with anxiety, I set out to become an Anxiety Coach.
In all honesty, I was still healing from my own anxiety via therapy, self-love, and self-care so I didn’t quite feel aligned with anxiety coaching.
Then I had my Aha moment. I’m a Self-Published Author. Why not help other women win with self-publishing?
And that’s when Tarafied Publishing began!
About Tara Martina Hayes
What skills I Developed
Blog Managing
Professional Writing and Editing for Panic to Picnic Blog. I create high-quality, original content that resonates with your audience. Each post is edited for clarity, grammar, and style to maintain your brand’s voice. Each blog post is SEO optimized.
Manuscript Evaluation and Editing
Detailed manuscript review with developmental editing, copyediting, and proofreading to ensure the book is polished and ready for publication.
Book Formatting and Layout:
Professional interior design and formatting for both print and digital versions, ensuring a reader-friendly layout that meets industry standards.
Cover Design
Custom cover design services, including multiple revisions, to create an eye-catching and genre-appropriate book cover.
ISBN and Copyright Registration
Assistance with obtaining ISBNs, setting up copyright protection, and understanding legal requirements for publishing.
Publishing Platform Setup:
Guidance on selecting and setting up accounts with major self-publishing platforms such as Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP),Draft 2 Digital, and others.
Marketing and Promotion Strategy
Development of a personalized marketing plan, including social media strategies, book launch plans, and promotional activities to build buzz and reach the target audience..
PDF Guides As Lead Magnets
Offer a free sample chapter or exclusive content in exchange for email sign-ups.
I guide business owners and families from idea to publication with clarity, structure, and strategy every step of the way.
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Book Projects
Featured Projects
We’ve had the opportunity to support authors across a variety of meaningful book projects. Each one represents an author’s unique story, perspective, or area of expertise.
Take a look at some of the books we’ve had the privilege to help bring into the world.
MY CORE VALUES
Hard work pays off!
We believe in empowering authors to take control of their publishing journey. By providing the tools, resources, and support necessary, we enable authors to realize their vision and share their stories with the world.
Integrity
We operate with transparency, honesty, and respect. Our commitment to ethical practices ensures that every author feels valued and understood, creating a relationship built on trust.
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Explore our Publishing Packages
Every book project is unique. Our publishing packages are designed to support authors at different stages of their journey, from developing an idea to preparing a manuscript for publication.
Take a look at our packages to see how Tarafied Publishing can support your path to becoming a published author.
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