Blue Dragon Publishing was established in 2010 to help a writer’s dream become a reality. Now, with the help of Genie Jar Digital, Blue Dragon will get you beyond publishing to selling your book.
Dawn Brotherton
Dawn retired as a colonel after 28 years in the Air Force. Now she spends her time writing, crafting, coaching, and teaching. In addition to being the founder of Blue Dragon Publishing, LLC, Dawn teaches for Osher Lifelong Learning at the College of William and Mary, presents webinars for Military Writers Society of America and Sisters in Crime, and volunteers as a reviewer for York County’s Reflection contest for literature.
As an editor, book designer, and writer, Dawn assists authors at various phases in the process, with as little or as much help as they need. Since 2010, she has helped over 100 writers become authors.
Dawn Brotherton is an award-winning author of 21 books and featured speaker at writing and publishing seminars. When it comes to exceptional writing, she draws on her experience as a colonel retired from the US Air Force as well as a softball coach, quilter, and Girl Scout leader. Her variety of interests has led to a range of genres including mystery, romance, young adult fantasy, middle grade sports, picture book, and nonfiction.
Brian Forrester
As co-founder of Genie Jar Digital, Brian leads creative strategy for a Williamsburg, VA marketing agency. In addition, his role as advertising and brand manager at the historic Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation allows him to bridge Virginia’s rich heritage with contemporary digital storytelling. His copywriting has received national recognition, including the Telly, Addy, and Summit Awards. Brian is the co-founder of the 757 Executive Network, a monthly gathering of C-level business leaders. He also teaches marketing and communication workshops through Old Dominion University and William & Mary, and is the founder of a monthly writers group sponsored by the Williamsburg Regional Library. He is the author of two marketing books and two fiction novels.
Nour Sallam
Nour Sallam is an associate agent at PSLiterary Agency representing adult fiction and non-fiction. She has a BA in English Literature and Political Science from the University of British Columbia and studied publishing at Toronto Metropolitan University. As an Arab woman and immigrant, she especially loves books that amplify joy and connection. Across genres, she is interested in stories that feature complex and nuanced histories, social dynamics, or underrepresented narratives. As a part of a larger agency, Nour can refer writers to other agents within her network who specialize in their genre.