Expert Publisher for Leading Authors
Lucent Book Group was born to provide authors with a true partner from story conception through book launch and beyond. We believe that books are a powerful medium and that they serve as a tangible manifestation of the authors knowledge and insights.
Our mission is to create professional well-positioned books that help non-fiction authors encapsulate their expertise and expand their influence. The book is the beginning, the relationships are the true outcome.
Your Publishing Team
Patricia Marshall
Owner and Publisher
Patricia is a writer, editor, and publisher with a passion for helping authors produce the best books possible.
Sallie Vandagrift
Managing Editor
Sallie is an editor, writer, and teacher. She’s served on the editorial team at Wipf & Stock Publishers and Cascade Books, and was the editor and publicist at Slant Books.
Nina Leis
Lead Book Designer
Nina has a BA in Art & Technology from University of Oregon and specializes in book design—from cover to page layout to e-books.
Kristen Brack
Book Designer
Kristen has worked as an illustrator and designer since 2004. Her previous clients have included a range of businesses, including tech companies, a board game entrepreneur, and several non-profits.
Matt Purvis
Sales and Acquisition Manager
Matt is a dynamic speaker and customer experience innovator focused on organizational health, development, and differentiation. He helps authors position their books through his expertise in business strategy, leadership, management, marketing, and talent development.
Olivia McCoy
Author Marketing
Olivia W. McCoy (they/them) is a book marketing and author branding professional with a background in independent and hybrid publishing.
Tiffany Barrientos
Foreign and US Distribution Manager
Tiffany has a decade of experience in book distribution, having worked for some of the largest hybrid-publishers in the North America.
Luigi Ricco
Marketing Manager
Luigi has a master’s degree in marketing management and more than fifteen years of experience in digital marketing and advertising.
The Story Behind The Team
At Lucent Book Group, we’re always learning and evolving. We’re genuinely curious about the publishing world and passionate about helping authors succeed. For us, it’s all about improving daily and trying new approaches that actually work.
Patricia built on her love of books and writing, and her experience as a magazine editor, when she entered the book publishing arena in 2010 and started Luminare Press. Lead designer and art director Claire brought her design expertise from the beginning of Luminare Press, and was followed quickly by more designers. When Kim joined the team as a project manager in 2015, we felt we had arrived.
In 2025, we’re excited to introduce our new imprint, Lucent Book Group. With the addition of industry experts in distribution, book marketing, and audiobook production to our core team, LBG is positioned to unlock the full potential of non-fiction authors who are ready to carry the conversation and their industry forward.