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Pharice M. Brown | Author, & Publisher
Pharice M. Brown | Author, Publisher, and Founder of Pain 2 Prosperity Publishing
Pharice M. Brown is an author and entrepreneur based in Washington, D.C., and the founder of Pain 2 Prosperity Publishing, a boutique publishing firm dedicated to helping diverse voices, particularly Black and Brown women, transform their lived experiences and professional expertise into impactful, purpose driven books.
A native of Northwest Washington, D.C., Brown positions authorship as a strategic tool for business growth, visibility, and influence. Through Pain 2 Prosperity Publishing, she offers strategic book consulting designed for high level professional women seeking to amplify income, establish authority in their fields, and preserve their intellectual property through publishing.
Brown’s approach is shaped by her background in A&R, public relations, and event management, where she gained firsthand experience in narrative development, brand positioning, and audience engagement. That multidisciplinary experience informs her belief that books should function beyond storytelling, serving as assets that open doors to speaking opportunities, consulting work, and long term professional credibility.
An author herself, Brown penned the eBook You’re a Bad Wife Because You Can’t Clean the House?, a thought provoking work that challenges traditional expectations placed on women and sparks conversations around identity, self worth, and modern relationships. The book reflects her commitment to honest storytelling and cultural dialogue.
Through her work, Brown advocates for ownership, intentional publishing, and legacy building. Her mission is to ensure that the knowledge, insight, and stories of professional women are documented, positioned, and leveraged for lasting impact. From Northwest D.C. to national platforms, Pharice M. Brown continues to redefine publishing as a pathway from experience to influence.
Founder of Pain 2 Prosperity Publishing
Kendesi Mohammed Interviews Writer, Author, and Publisher Pharice Brown
Opening and Introduction
1. Kendesi Mohammed:
Please introduce yourself and tell us the name of your publishing company.
Pharice Brown:
My name is Pharice Brown, and I am the founder and publisher of Pain 2 Prosperity Publishing. I am a storyteller, strategist, mother, and servant leader who believes deeply that our lived experiences, even the painful ones, are meant to be transformed into purpose, power, and profit. My company was born from that belief.
Journey From Writer to Publisher
2. Kendesi Mohammed:
How did your journey begin as a writer before becoming a publisher?
Pharice Brown:
I was a writer long before I ever claimed the title. Writing was survival for me. Journals, essays, short stories, and poetry were how I processed life, trauma, joy, and calling. Over time, my words started helping other people heal and rethink their narratives. Publishing became the natural evolution of that work.
3. Kendesi Mohammed:
What problem did you see in the publishing world that made you start your own company?
Pharice Brown:
I saw too many Black and marginalized voices being diluted, dismissed, or exploited. People were being published without being protected, celebrated without being compensated, and marketed without being respected. I wanted to build a company where authors were not products; they were partners.
Publishing Company Focus
4. Kendesi Mohammed:
What makes your publishing company different from others in the industry?
Pharice Brown:
We publish with purpose. Pain 2 Prosperity does not just ask, “Is this marketable?” We ask, “Is this meaningful?” We center author ownership, cultural integrity, spiritual alignment, and long-term sustainability. We are as concerned with who you become as we are with what you produce.
5. Kendesi Mohammed:
What types of authors or stories are you most passionate about publishing?
Pharice Brown:
I am passionate about stories rooted in truth. Black voices, underrepresented voices, healing narratives, transformational nonfiction, culturally rich fiction, and work that challenges systems while affirming humanity. If your story carries wisdom, resistance, or restoration, I am listening.
6. Kendesi Mohammed:
How do you support writers beyond printing and distribution?
Pharice Brown:
We provide strategy, education, brand positioning, editorial guidance, and mindset work. We help authors understand contracts, marketing, audience building, and how to leverage their books into platforms, speaking, and business opportunities. Publishing is just one piece of the ecosystem.
7. Kendesi Mohammed:
What common mistakes do new authors make that your company helps them avoid?
Pharice Brown:
Rushing. Giving away their rights. Skipping editing. Underpricing their work. And not understanding that a book is a business asset. We slow the process down, educate authors, and help them build with intention instead of desperation.
Writer Perspective
8. Kendesi Mohammed:
As a writer yourself, how does that shape the way you work with authors?
Pharice Brown:
I lead with empathy. I understand the vulnerability it takes to put your story on paper. I honor the emotional labor behind the manuscript. I do not talk down to writers; I walk alongside them.
9. Kendesi Mohammed:
How do you balance being creative while running a business?
Pharice Brown:
I respect both sides. Creativity needs space, and business needs structure. I schedule creativity like it matters, because it does. I treat business decisions like sacred stewardship.
10. Kendesi Mohammed:
What was the hardest lesson you had to learn as both a writer and a publisher?
Pharice Brown:
The hardest lesson was realizing that being gifted does not mean being protected. I had to learn to value my words the same way I value my labor, stop overgiving out of love, and understand that saying no is sometimes the most faithful thing you can do. Purpose without structure will drain you, but purpose with discipline will sustain you.
Industry Insight and Education
11. Kendesi Mohammed:
What should aspiring authors really understand about publishing that most people do not?
Pharice Brown:
Publishing does not automatically create readers; it reveals how prepared you are to serve them. A book is only the beginning. The real work is building trust, visibility, and consistency over time.
12. Kendesi Mohammed:
How has the publishing industry changed in recent years, especially with self-publishing and digital platforms?
Pharice Brown:
The industry has moved from gatekeeping to self-governance. Authors no longer need permission to publish, but they do need wisdom to navigate the options. Digital platforms have amplified voices, shortened attention spans, and blurred the line between creator and entrepreneur, making strategy just as important as storytelling.
13. Kendesi Mohammed:
What advice would you give to authors trying to protect their work and ownership?
Pharice Brown:
Read everything. Ask questions. Never sign what you do not understand. Ownership is generational wealth, not ego.
Impact and Representation
14. Kendesi Mohammed:
Why is it important for authors, especially independent and marginalized voices, to control their narratives?
Pharice Brown:
Because if you do not tell your story, someone else will, and they will center themselves instead of your truth. Narrative control is power, legacy, and liberation.
15. Kendesi Mohammed:
Can you share a success story of an author your company has helped elevate?
Pharice Brown:
The Paradigm Values Series stands out. These student and teacher workbooks are not just educational tools; they are transformational frameworks shaping future leaders. Seeing those books move from concept to print has been deeply affirming.
16. Kendesi Mohammed:
How do you measure success beyond book sales?
Pharice Brown:
Impact. Conversations sparked. Lives shifted. Opportunities created. If a book opens doors, heals wounds, or builds confidence, that is success.
Business and Branding
17. Kendesi Mohammed:
How important is media exposure, television interviews, and branding for authors today?
Pharice Brown:
It is critical. A book without visibility is a whisper in a crowded room. Media and branding help your message travel further than you ever could alone.
18. Kendesi Mohammed:
What role does community play in building successful authors and publishing companies?
Pharice Brown:
Community is everything. Books are born in isolation, but they thrive in connection.
19. Kendesi Mohammed:
How can authors work with your company or submit their work?
Pharice Brown:
They can connect with us through our workshops or by scheduling a strategy conversation through our website, www.pain2prosperitypublishing.com. We believe alignment comes before contracts.
Looking Forward
20. Kendesi Mohammed:
What is next for your publishing company in the next year?
Pharice Brown:
Expansion. International distribution. Stronger author pipelines. More educational and transformational content. And deeper partnerships rooted in equity and impact.
21. Kendesi Mohammed:
Are there any upcoming projects or authors we should be watching?
Pharice Brown:
Absolutely. In addition to new culturally grounded fiction and curriculum-based projects, we are launching themed monthly webinars and workshops focused on legacy building and wealth creation through authorship. These experiences will offer timely industry insights, practical publishing strategies, and mindset work to support both aspiring authors and those ready to step into a more defined, sustainable author career.
22. Kendesi Mohammed:
How do you see your role evolving in the publishing industry?
Pharice Brown:
I see my role expanding into that of a steward and educator. Someone who helps authors make informed, empowered decisions while reshaping the culture of publishing to be more ethical, transparent, and human centered.
Closing Question
23. Kendesi Mohammed:
For someone watching who has a story but feels intimidated by publishing, what would you say to them?
Pharice Brown:
Your story did not survive you by accident. You do not have to know everything to begin; you just have to be willing. Start where you are, tell the truth, and do not let fear rob the world of what only you can give. Your voice is needed.
