THE TRUTH ABOUT PUBLISHING: Why Defiance Press Only Wants Authors Willing to Do the Work

Let's cut through the nonsense that's infected the publishing industry for decades.
You've seen the headlines. You've heard the promises. "Sign with a traditional publisher and watch the money roll in!" "Write one book and retire on the beach!" "Publishing deals mean mailbox money for life!"
It's all a lie.
And if you're an aspiring conservative author who believes any of that garbage, Defiance Press and Publishing isn't for you.
The Publishing Industry's Dirty Little Secret
Here's what the mainstream publishing world won't tell you: even authors with massive traditional publishing deals work their tails off. Household-name politicians, A-list celebrities, and influencers with millions of followers grind relentlessly to market and sell their books. They show up on podcast after podcast. They travel city to city for book signings. They leverage every connection, every platform, every opportunity to move copies.
And many of them still don't break the New York Times Best-Seller list.
If people who already have name recognition, built-in audiences, and six-figure marketing budgets are working this hard, what makes you think an unknown author can sit back and collect royalty checks without breaking a sweat?
Success in publishing—real, sustainable, legacy-building success—demands blood, sweat, tears, and an unshakeable commitment to excellence. It requires personal responsibility, rugged individualism, and the kind of indomitable spirit that refuses to quit when things get hard.
That's exactly the type of author Defiance Press and Publishing is looking for.
The Defiance Difference: Forged in the Fire of Texas Values
Defiance Press and Publishing wasn't built by corporate suits in New York City boardrooms. It was forged by Texas patriot David Thomas Roberts, who built this company on a foundation of Freedom, Texas Traditions, and unabashed Masculinity.
David created a publishing house that doesn't coddle authors or sell them fairy tales. He built Defiance Press to publish truth-tellers, fighters, and patriots who refuse to bend the knee to political correctness or cultural Marxism—a company that honors the Constitution, celebrates American exceptionalism, and believes the written word is one of the most powerful weapons in the battle for our nation's soul.
When David passed that torch to his son Travis Roberts, he entrusted him with a legacy. Travis carries forward his father's vision with the same fierce dedication, the same uncompromising standards, and the same commitment to publishing authors who have something worth saying and the guts to say it.
World-Class Training That Separates Winners from Losers
At Defiance Press and Publishing, we don't just publish books—we build authors.
Our world-class training program is led by Lisa Woodward, multi-best-selling and award-winning author, and our Director of Publishing. Lisa brings battle-tested strategies, hard-won wisdom, and a no-excuses approach to author development that transforms dedicated writers into publishing powerhouses.
Lisa knows what it takes to succeed because she's done it—multiple times. Her training doesn't promise easy money or overnight success. It promises something far more valuable: the tools, knowledge, and strategies to build a lasting author platform if you're willing to put in the work.
We're Looking for Warriors, Not Tourists
Defiance Press and Publishing doesn't want authors who think publishing a book is a get-rich-quick scheme. We don't want people looking for shortcuts, excuses, or easy paths.
We want warriors.
We want conservative authors who understand that building something meaningful requires sacrifice. Authors who believe in personal responsibility and embody rugged individualism. Authors who want to create a legacy that outlives them—words that will inspire, educate, and activate patriots for generations to come.
If you're willing to show up every single day and do whatever it takes—the marketing, the networking, the late nights, the relentless promotion—then Defiance Press and Publishing wants to partner with you.
If you're looking for mailbox money while you sip margaritas by the pool, look elsewhere.
Your Legacy Awaits—But Only If You're Willing to Fight for It
Publishing success isn't given—it's earned through dedication, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Defiance Press and Publishing provides the training, the platform, the support, and the community to help serious conservative authors succeed. But we can't do the work for you.
Are you ready to honor the legacy David Thomas Roberts built and that Travis Roberts continues? Are you ready to learn from Lisa Woodward and commit to the demanding journey of becoming a best-selling author?
If you're a patriot with a story to tell, a warrior's spirit, and the guts to see it through—contact us today. Let's build your legacy together.