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Bootstrap Publications Announces Collaboration with Dating Coach Alexis Germany Fox for Miriam Dorsett’s Upcoming Book Tell Me Your Best Joke

  • Feb 10
  • 3 min read


Tahoe City, CA – Bootstrap Publications is proud to announce an exciting collaboration with Alexis Germany Fox, a dating coach and relationship strategist, for the upcoming release of Tell Me Your Best Joke by Miriam Dorsett.

In the book’s foreword, Alexis lends her signature warmth and humor, inviting readers to rediscover the joy and playfulness often missing from modern dating. Drawing from her own experience as both a dating coach and online dater, she shares how a simple prompt—asking someone to “tell me your best joke”—became a powerful way to reveal personality, authenticity, and effort.

Miriam Dorsett, prior to writing and curating the book, initially used this question to connect with matches during the height of the global pandemic. The inspiration that led to this book’s formation was from actual online dating experiences.


“Asking for a joke isn’t really about the joke,” Alexis writes. 
“It’s a filter. You find out pretty fast if someone’s willing to put in even a little effort—if they’ll be playful with a stranger, or if their sense of humor is mean-spirited or sweet.”

The book proves that even in the most unexpected spaces, like an awkward app chat, joy and genuine connection can be found. It invites readers to laugh, relate, and reflect on the shared experience of seeking love in the digital age.


Alexis Germany Fox’s foreword reminds readers that dating doesn’t have to feel high-stakes or exhausting—it can be fun. By showing how humor opens doors to authenticity, she underscores that the real magic of dating lies not in perfect punchlines, but in the willingness to show up and try. 


Key Highlights of Tell Me Your Best Joke:

  • Features real and quirky jokes inspired by dating apps and modern romance.

  • Foreword by married dating coach Alexis Germany Fox, whose insights blend humor, faith, and practical wisdom.

  • Launches a multimedia campaign including the Tell Me Your Best Dating Story Contest and Swag Bag Kit Giveaway 

  • Features minority-owned brands for the Swag Bag Kit Giveaway: Just Sipiwe-Skin, Nailstry, and Haiti Coffee Co. and a complimentary dating profile review with Alexis Germany Fox

  • PR Kit collaborations with lifestyle influencers


Even ahead of its official announcement, Tell Me Your Best Joke is already generating excitement through early marketing discussions and planned campaigns. The book is set for a January 4th, 2026 prelaunch, intentionally timed to coincide with “Dating Sunday,” one of the most active days of the year for dating app users worldwide, It is also set to launch on February 14, 2026, Valentine’s Day.


Miriam Dorsett, Founder of Bootstrap Publications, sees this collaboration as a testament to creative connection and shared purpose. Guided by her belief in love, manifestation, and the power of authentic expression, she envisions the project as a space where humor, faith, and personal growth come together inviting deeper conversations about relationships and the many ways love can evolve and inspire.


About Alexis Germany Fox


Alexis Germany Fox is a married dating coach and relationship mentor specializing in faith-based and premarital counseling. Known for her warm, candid approach, she helps singles and couples build intentional, values-driven connections grounded in humor, authenticity, and faith. A mom to two sets of twins, Alexis embodies the balance of family, joy, and purpose that defines modern love. Her work has been featured in Cosmopolitan Magazine, ATTN, Bustle, Good Morning Britain, and The LA Times.


About Miriam Dorsett


Miriam Dorsett is the Founder of Bootstrap Publications, a women- and minority-owned independent press dedicated to amplifying diverse and underrepresented voices. As a writer and creative entrepreneur, she promotes community, authenticity, and self-expression through art and storytelling. Tell Me Your Best Joke is the latest addition to Bootstrap Publication’s growing catalog of empowering and thought-provoking works.


Preorder Tell Me Your Best Joke today and discover the funniest, quirkiest, and most unexpected jokes straight from the world of dating apps, perfect for readers who believe that laughter truly is the best conversation starter.


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Preorder list for Tell Me Your Best Joke: https://www.bootstrappublications.com/miriamdorsett 


For more information on Tell Me Your Best Joke or to schedule an interview with the author, please contact:

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Tags: Tell Me Your Best Joke, Dating coach, Faith-based dating, Intentional dating, Modern love, Dating and Relationships, Bootstrap Publications, Miriam Dorsett, Alexis Germany Fox, Relationship advice

Industries: Publishing & Books, Dating & Relationships, Faith-Based Coaching, Personal Development, Lifestyle & Wellness, Women’s Empowerment, Entertainment & Pop Culture


Established Educational Author in Bay Area CA Now Focusing on Noir Mystery and Detective Fiction Series

  • Sep 5, 2024
  • 2 min read

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Oakland, CA - The People’s Detective, the highly anticipated first installment in the Sonny Trueheart Mystery series by Dr. Nicholas Louis Baham III, will launch at Red Bay Coffee Headquarters & Cafe on Saturday, September 21, 2024, 3136 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94601 at 2:00 PM PT.

Dr. Baham, a Professor of Ethnic Studies at California State University, East Bay, is bringing his extensive knowledge and passion for social justice to the forefront with this compelling narrative. The People’s Detective sheds light on the often overlooked issue of sex trafficking in the Bay Area, blending a distinctly Oakland aesthetic with the thrill of the noir detective genre.


Advanced praise for The People’s Detective:

“This novel moves like a freight train through a tunnel.” Kwei Quartey, LA Times bestseller list and award winning author


“Superb…a masterful tale of a gritty urban reality that has all too often gone ignored.” Damien Hunter, award winning Author of The Madrinega Missiles


“This book is not just a thrilling read, but a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the fight for justice in the face of overwhelming odds.” – Nolan Higdon, University of California, Santa Cruz


Special guests from the broader San Francisco Bay Area community are expected to attend to celebrate this milestone. The event is free to the public. It will be an afternoon of coffee, music, and a deep dive into the underbelly of Oakland’s criminal world through the eyes of former homicide detective Sonny Trueheart. The event will feature a reading from the book, an engaging Q&A session with Dr. Baham, and a book signing. 


The People’s Detective introduces readers to Sonny Trueheart, a former Oakland Police Department detective turned whistleblower, as he navigates a dangerous conspiracy involving organized crime, corrupt police, and powerful elites. With a story that’s both a gripping thriller and a poignant social commentary, this novel is set to become a cornerstone of contemporary Black detective fiction.


Dr. Baham’s work is an ode to Oakland, blending elements of martial arts, social activism, and a deep love for the city’s history and people. This launch event promises to be a must-attend for fans of detective fiction, social justice, and Oakland culture.



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Press Release: Perfect Moon Being Translated German and Spanish

  • Feb 8, 2024
  • 2 min read
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Bootstrap Publications

1951 NW 7th Ave Suite 600

                                                                                                Miami, FL 33136

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Contact: Bootstrap Pubications, Publisher


Picture of Sipiwe Anderson, the author of Perfect Moon

Perfect Moon: A Bedtime Story For Children

A poetic and tender story by Sipiwe Anderson soon to be available in German and Spanish


The first-time writer, mother, and former actress and model shares her love for the moon and self-love in a new language.


Perfect Moon, a debut book by Sipiwe Anderson, will soon be available in German and Spanish translations. The book is a short and sweet story that follows a young girl who admires the moon and wishes to be as perfect as it. The deeper message it to teach children to appreciate their own uniqueness and beauty, and to embrace their flaws and imperfections. The book is written in simple and lyrical language, with illustrations that capture the mood and atmosphere of the night.


This will be the third and fourth translations of titles published by the growing boutique, women of color owned Bootstrap Publications publishing house.


Sipiwe Anderson is a first-time writer, mother, and former actress and model. She was born in Zimbabwe and has lived in England, Italy, and France. She currently resides in the United States with her husband and two children. Her international world experience and motherhood come through in a tender and booster manner with her writing.


Perfect Moon is a book that will appeal to readers of all ages, especially those who love the moon, poetry, and self-love. Anderson reached out to a friend to complete the German translation and used AI translation tools to complete the Spanish version.


The book will be available for purchase on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other online platforms. Readers can also visit the author's social media account, @sipiwe_anderson, to learn more about the book and the follow the author. Visit @bootstrappublications for more announcements about Perfect Moon and other Bootstrap Publications books.


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