Marina Aris is an author, speaker, podcaster, founder of the Brooklyn Writers Co., the Brooklyn Writers Press and the former ambassador for the NYC Authors Guild. Since 2013 she has been encouraging creative people from all walks of life to pursue their passion. As a book publishing strategist, she works with authors one-on-one or in small group settings to help them navigate the ever-changing publishing landscape. Marina is on the Board of Directors at Pen Parentis and a member of the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA).