We’re not your average publisher—and we’re proud of it.

At Highlander Press, we believe that every story has the power to create change—and that every author deserves a publishing experience rooted in integrity, transparency, and heart.

Founded by Deborah Kevin (just call her Debby), Highlander Press is on a mission to elevate women’s voices and disrupt the traditional publishing model. We don’t do gatekeeping. We don’t do smoke and mirrors. What we do is walk alongside you—step by step—through the writing, publishing, and post-launch journey.

What Makes Us Different?

Real Partnership.
We roll up our sleeves with you. From writing support to book design to launch strategy, we’re with you in the trenches—cheering, guiding, and making magic together.

Transparency First.
You’ll always know what’s happening, why it matters, and how we’re moving forward. We pull back the curtain and empower you to make informed decisions.

The Cohort Effect.
Publishing is better in community. Our cohort model means you’re never alone—you’ll grow alongside fellow authors, celebrate together, and get accountability that sticks.

Books with Purpose.
We don’t publish fluff. Every book we champion carries meaning, mission, and the potential to make waves in the world.

Irreverently Serious.
We take our work seriously, but not ourselves. We laugh, we reference ‘80s pop culture, and we believe publishing should be joyful—not overwhelming.

Whether you’re here to write your first book, grow your impact, or publish with polish and power, Highlander Press is your creative co-pilot.

🎯 Ready to tell your story?

Among our collaborators are:

Your Brand Vision
Chapter One Book Production
Pat Creedon Design
Kris Faatz
LD Editorial
Ellipsis Editorial

Deborah Kevin (pronounced “KEY-vin”), is the founder of Highlander Press, host of the STORYTELLHER podcast, and an unapologetic disruptor of the status quo. A proud alumna of Stanford University’s Creative Writing Program (novel emphasis) and holder of a master’s degree in publishing from Western Colorado University, Debby brings a rare blend of literary craft, publishing expertise, and heart to every project she touches. She formerly served as an editor for Little Patuxent Review, with graduate projects including the UnMasked Anthology and a republishing of Bram Stoker’s The Jewel of Seven Stars.

Debby is the author of Shelf Life: A Field Guide to Long-Term Author Success, The Author’s Toolkit: Mastering the Art of Author Visibility, Heart-Centered Marketing, Your First Year, and You’ve Written Your Book. Now What?—all designed to empower authors and changemakers to thrive in their publishing journeys.

An adventurer at heart, Debby has trekked the Camino de Santiago and loves exploring the world with her family. A believer in magic, a French Press coffee devotee, and a master of irreverent humor, she’s passionate about elevating women’s voices, challenging outdated systems, and helping others tell the stories that can change the world.

Visit her LinkedIn profile for her C.V.