Ford Mountain Publishing, LLC was founded in 2023 by author M. M. Elmendorf Hopson as a way to bring her own stories into the world. What began as a deeply personal creative venture quickly grew into something more: a family-owned publishing and editorial services company dedicated to helping independent authors develop, refine, and publish their work with confidence and care.
Today, M. M. partners with her husband, D. B. Hopson, to support writers at every stage of the creative process — from that first spark of an idea to a finished, polished manuscript ready for publication.
Based in Tennessee and serving writers worldwide, Ford Mountain Publishing is committed to empowering storytellers of all backgrounds and experience levels. Whether you are an indie author navigating self-publishing, an emerging writer seeking professional feedback, or someone finally ready to put pen to paper, we believe your story deserves thoughtful attention and expert support.
“At Ford Mountain Publishing, we believe every story deserves a voice. That’s why we walk step by step with indie authors — from early drafts to finished books — offering affordable, personalized editorial and publishing services designed to bring stories fully to life.”
Our services are designed to support the full publishing journey and include:
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Developmental editing, copyediting, line editing, and proofreading
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Alpha and beta reading for early and revised drafts
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Manuscript assessments and editorial evaluations
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Author coaching and one-on-one writing support
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Interior formatting for ebook, paperback, and hardcover editions
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ISBN acquisition, copyright guidance, and Library of Congress registration assistance
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Publishing preparation and strategic guidance
Each project is approached with care, clarity, and respect for the author’s voice. We emphasize transparency, realistic timelines, and collaborative communication throughout the process.
What sets Ford Mountain Publishing apart is our commitment to affordability, flexibility, and personal attention. Pricing is assessed on a case-by-case basis to reflect the unique scope and needs of each project, and we offer payment plans whenever possible. We understand that no two stories — or authors — follow the same path, and we strive to meet writers where they are.
We also believe strongly in giving back. Ford Mountain Publishing offers service discounts for religious and nonprofit organizations, veterans and active military as well as military spouses, single-parent households, senior citizens (60+), youth (ages 15–21), and incarcerated individuals, as part of our commitment to equitable access to professional publishing support.
At its core, Ford Mountain Publishing exists to remind writers that their stories matter. Our mission is to help independent authors see their words fully realized. Our vision is a publishing landscape where anyone — regardless of background, age, or circumstance — can bring the stories in their hearts into the world with confidence and pride.
| Our Mission | Our Values |
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| To empower independent authors through ethical, accessible, and personalized editorial and publishing support. | Integrity • Collaboration • Accessibility • Craft • Care • Inclusion |