Fran Jessee

About Us

Many know me as Fran the Spice Lady, where my work with spices, herbs, wellness, and education shaped the communication, storytelling, and trust-building skills I now bring to publishing.

Today, that foundation has grown into legacy-driven publishing. I bring decades of creative entrepreneurship, printing, production experience, and practical business judgment to lasting projects. I offer done-for-you, guided, and structured DIY publishing paths for people ready to document a life story, body of work, or hard-earned expertise.

I am a founding member and lead publisher for Business With Purpose (BWP), helping steward collaborative, purpose-led books. I also serve as publisher for David Selley’s 18-book legacy series, created as part of his Guinness World Record attempt.

Helping people tell their stories is deeply meaningful to me. We never know who will read those words, feel less alone, find courage, or be changed by shared wisdom.

How We Got Started

My work in publishing is not a pivot — it’s the natural culmination of a lifetime spent turning creative ideas into finished, meaningful work. From early experience in printing, book production, and creative design to building ventures like Fran Jessee Typesetting, my first business in 1971 to Blooming Invitations on Etsy and many more in between. Focusing on helping people shape and share what matters.

Many know me as Fran the Spice Lady, where I built Longevity Spice Blends around health, creativity, and connection. That chapter sharpened my ability to communicate clearly, build trust, and create products with purpose — skills that now define my publishing work.

Today, I specialize in legacy-driven publishing, stewarding serious projects with structure, clarity, and care. This includes serving as publisher for David Selley’s completed 18-book legacy series, produced as part of his Guinness World Record attempt to become the oldest author to publish the most books in a single year.

The products and services we offer

Author Branding and Strategy Children's Book Publishing Support Entrepreneurial Book Development Family History Preservation Memoir Writing Assistance Niche Market Publishing Personalized Publlishing Consulting Book Publishing Proofreading Show all 9

Highly Recommended

"Fran Jessee is incredibly knowledgeable about book publishing and always willing to help. She..." Read more "Fran Jessee is incredibly knowledgeable about book publishing and always willing to help. She goes above and beyond—sharing insights, offering support, and even researching answers when needed. A fantastic resource and someone I highly recommend."

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"I had an inspiring call with Fran - I highly recommend connecting. "

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Secrets to Becoming A SuperAger

My New Book! Secrets to Becoming a SuperAger in Mind/Body/Spirit - Your 179 page guide to living robustly well into beautiful golden years with Spu...

"I met Lynne on a Business with Purpose Author meeting today and no doubt in my mind she will help..." Read more "I met Lynne on a Business with Purpose Author meeting today and no doubt in my mind she will help you get organized. And you will definitely love her! She has such a positive energy which is needed to "clear clutter". I'm sure she knows exactly what to do with everything! I am happy to recommend Lynne....consider her services, she will change your life. "

Highly Recommended

"JM is one of our Built with Purpose authors, and I’m so glad she is in our book. I’ve enjoyed..." Read more "JM is one of our Built with Purpose authors, and I’m so glad she is in our book. I’ve enjoyed connecting with JM because we both see how powerful AI can be when it is used the right way. Not just playing with tools, but really understanding how it can help us serve our clients better and make business easier. What I like about JM is that she brings common sense to AI. She helps business owners not feel so overwhelmed and shows them how to use AI in a safer, smarter, more practical way. If you are trying to figure out how AI can help your business, I highly recommend connecting with JM. She knows her stuff, and she has a heart for helping people use it well."

Recent Activity

Fran from Fran Jessee - Publisher, Business with Purpose Answered this on February 25, 2024

Chuck Castro - You are of prominent magnitude and importance to the Alignable community! 🤎 Your efforts, love and sincere efforts are truly and immensley appreciated! Thank you for all the impotant areas you bring your valuable expertise to! May more members find you and appreciate you also. (more) Chuck Castro - You are of prominent magnitude and importance to the Alignable community! 🤎 Your efforts, love and sincere efforts are truly and immensley appreciated! Thank you for all the impotant areas you bring your valuable expertise to! May more members find you and appreciate you also.

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Fran from Fran Jessee - Publisher, Business with Purpose Answered this on July 30, 2021

Thank you. I'll check them out! (more) Thank you. I'll check them out!

Fran from Fran Jessee - Publisher, Business with Purpose Answered this on February 06, 2021

Hi Chuck! I appreciate the nudge note to check out The Local Business Person of the Year! I have one vote....was that you? lol I'm more a national entrepreneur than a local connector. I'd like to see a local person who is more connected locally win this. Am I off base here? I must admit part... (more) Hi Chuck! I appreciate the nudge note to check out The Local Business Person of the Year! I have one vote....was that you? lol I'm more a national entrepreneur than a local connector. I'd like to see a local person who is more connected locally win this. Am I off base here? I must admit part of me wants to promote myself....lol...I'll leave it be for now. I also look forward to talking to you...I was on Sue Brooke's Alignable meeting Thursday and met you! What a guy! Can't wait to chat personally when you have time. I'm all in for support of Sue's adventure and also with your vision behind this I believe it will make a huge difference in PR for Alignable. I look forward to watching this unfold to something great! Talk soon! Fran

Fran from Fran Jessee - Publisher, Business with Purpose Answered this on May 25, 2018

Hello Atul - I am not familiar with vendors who do Indian theme invitations, but I do custom invites and recently one of my designs was chosen by an Indian couple. I'm happy to custom design if that helps. www.etsy.com/shop/bloominginvi... (more) Hello Atul - I am not familiar with vendors who do Indian theme invitations, but I do custom invites and recently one of my designs was chosen by an Indian couple. I'm happy to custom design if that helps. www.etsy.com/shop/bloominginvi...

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Fran from Fran Jessee - Publisher, Business with Purpose Answered this on March 07, 2018

As you said...they are only thinking of themselves. And unless you have something they specifically need and "love" there is no connection. They "never get around to saying thank you" or they never use your reference. I find a very fickle, too many choices, world today. It burns me out. I had... (more) As you said...they are only thinking of themselves. And unless you have something they specifically need and "love" there is no connection. They "never get around to saying thank you" or they never use your reference. I find a very fickle, too many choices, world today. It burns me out. I had to stop. I get too much information from too many people who could care less. Or they'll talk your ears off and not hear a word you are saying. I remember before the internet we had communities. We went to our locals to find what we wanted or the the big mall, etc and still shopped local. Today the world is "our local and our mall". Best to you!

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