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From Our Bookshelf
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Where the Wild Violets Grow
by Blanche Edwards
Set along Virginia's Potomac River, this compelling historical novel follows Eliza Jones as the Civil War transforms her peaceful farm life and reveals a strength she never knew she possessed.
$17.00
Shared Memories Buoyant Life
by Scott & Angela Clawson
Discover the flavors of Gwynn’s Island through treasured local recipes and fresh interpretations of coastal favorites. Every dish offers a taste of the history, community, and traditions that make island life special.
$38.00
Dragon O’Clock
by Susanne Benton
Chaos erupts when a dragon arrives right as bedtime chores begin! For every child who’s ever found bedtime wildly exciting—and every grown-up who’s survived Dragon O’Clock.
$10.00
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You have a story … Tell it
Your story matters. Whether you are preparing your first manuscript or bringing another book into the world, you do not have to navigate publishing alone.
Mermaid Cove Publishing offers editing, custom cover design, interior formatting, and print and ebook distribution, with personal guidance throughout the publishing process.
Our author-funded publishing packages combine professional services with higher author royalty rates. You retain your copyright, and we work with you to help shape a book you can be proud to share.
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About Mermaid Cove
Independent Publishing. Personal Attention. Coastal Spirit.
Based on Gwynn’s Island, Virginia, Mermaid Cove Productions is an independent book publisher and creative art studio.
We publish under two imprints: Mermaid Cove Publishing and Little Starfish Books, our children’s book imprint. We also offer photographic and fine art printing.
We are artists supporting artists, venturers encouraging venturers, and dreamers inspiring dreamers. Creativity connects everything we do—from helping an author bring a manuscript to life to preparing an artist’s work for print.
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