Meet The Team
R J
Founder & CEO
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List maker. Big thinker. Champion of new voices.
RJ founded BLKDOG Publishing with a clear mission - to give overlooked authors the chance to be heard. He believes great stories shouldn’t be limited by traditional publishing gatekeepers, and he’s built a model that makes quality, transparency and opportunity the heart of everything BLKDOG does.
Honest and approachable, RJ is passionate about helping authors navigate the world of publishing without falling into the traps of vanity presses or impossible promises. He values pioneering stories, the kind that stay with you long after you’ve finished reading.
When he’s not reviewing manuscripts or building the BLKDOG community, you’ll find him making lists, setting reminders, and occasionally relying on a firm nudge from Nicky to keep things on track.
Our Freelancers
The creative force behind the scenes.
We’re proud to work with a trusted network of editors, designers and tech experts who help bring every BLKDOG book to life.
Based across the globe, our freelancers are an essential part of what makes BLKDOG special - their skill, creativity and reliability are at the heart of every project we publish.
Nicky
Digital & Marketing Manager
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Keeper of calm. Master of chaos. Chief caffeine enthusiast.
If something’s happening at BLKDOG, Nicky’s probably behind it. She juggles the day-to-day with ease - managing author communications, keeping projects moving, and making sure the BLKDOG brand always shines.
A creative thinker at heart, she’s happiest when crafting new ideas, planning marketing campaigns, or designing the perfect pitch deck to bring her latest vision to life. Her goal? To make the publishing process feel effortless for every author.
Powered by coffee, diet coke, and an endless stream of bright ideas, Nicky brings the energy that keeps BLKDOG running.
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Jessie
Chief Disruption Officer
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Nap queen. Snack inspector. Professional cuddler.
Jess takes her role as Chief Disruption Officer very seriously. She keeps morale high, checks every bin for leftover snacks, and makes sure no one works too long without a cuddle break.
When she’s not snoozing on the job, she’s perfecting her signature move - loud biscuit chewing. She never eats alone, insisting on bringing her treats into the room to share the experience (and the crumbs).
Jess may sleep through most meetings, but make no mistake -she rules the office.