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be·spoke:

[bəˈspōk]

Built on tradition. Crafted for the modern world.

The term "bespoke" refers to something that is custom-made, individually tailored, or crafted to specific requirements. It originates from the world of tailoring, where a suit was said to be "bespoken for" when it was made to a customer's exact measurements and preferences.

In broader usage—like in publishing or branding—"bespoke" implies a high level of craftsmanship, intentionality, and exclusivity. Burnt Leaf Press, a bespoke publishing house, offers carefully curated, personalized editorial attention and produces distinctive, high-quality works—more refined than "independent," but not bound by the conventions of "traditional" publishing.

Who we are

At Burnt Leaf Press, our authors leverage the ancient magic of storytelling to stir questions of meaning, purpose, and existence, sparking readers to improve the world around us by exploring the worlds within. Our stories serve as a reflection of our lives, mirroring back the best and worst of our condition, and presenting frameworks which help each reader find comfort, escape, and inspiration through entertainment.

Through this work, we promise to light the fire by providing quality books to burn with.

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Meet the Team

In a word of fast-fashion, AI content, and TikTok trends, Burnt Leaf Press looks to develop authors and literary works that stand out in an oversaturated market due to their quality.

To do so requires careful curation, vetting, editing, and marketing that reflect timeless messages common throughout humanity’s long lifespan.

Here are the brilliant brains doing this incredible work…

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  • Editor-in-Chief

    Riviere brings with her a lifetime of writing, a gift for powerful prose, and an ear for what makes a story sing. Her foundational career in content management and online publishing allows Riviere to transform Burnt Leaf works into beautiful, aesthetic reader experiences.

    L.M. Riviere is the author of three full-length works of literary fantasy in the 'Innisfail Cycle' series. Books One through Three are available anywhere books are sold. The full series title is also available now.

    Her newest dark fairy tale, A Dark Most Fair, comes this fall.

    Media Kit — Ramblings by L.M. Riviere

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  • Chief Operations Officer

    With nearly fifteen years’ experience steeped in Fortune 500 and Entreprenurial operations, West has built an intuitive understanding of the mechanics — and language behind — successful business.

    West’s empathetic approach to the world allows her to foster connections with independent bookstores, resellers, authors, and most importantly, our readers.

    K.M. West is the author of the dark dystopian series, The Collapse. The first in the series, ‘Wild Things Will Roam,’ is available through all major outlets.

    Media Kit - K.M. West Writes

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