About Sara Freeman Smith
Speaker. Author. Advocate.

U R Gems LLC, a forerunner to the self-publishing industry for minorities and women, was formed out of necessity over 25 years ago, armed with inspiration, tenacity, and the success of Sara's first book: "Turning Stones into Gems". This success sparked a demand for innovative self-publishing and marketing strategies. U R Gems LLC answered the call.
Sara along with her husband Mack co-authored "How to Self-Publish & Market Your Own Book", a simple step-by-step guide on independent publishing and modern marketing. The firm's efforts encompass personal development, professional training, and coaching through publishing consultancy, workshops, and speaking engagements.
Their latest work, A Nation Without: The History America Forgot, Mack and Sara venture into historical fiction for the first time. This compelling narrative channels decades of professional experience, community advocacy, and personal resilience into a fictional story that confronts America's selective memory head-on.
The novel was born from their shared understanding that economic opportunity, disability rights, youth empowerment, and social justice are not separate issues—they are threads in the same fabric, woven by the hands of people whose contributions have too often been erased or forgotten.
Learn more here — Sara & Mack book landing page
U R Gems LLC is committed to unmatched service, treating its community as family and giving all glory to God.
"Sara wholeheartedly utilizes her God-given gifts and talents to encourage and empower individuals in their personal and professional endeavors."