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What John Butler Gained Beyond the Pitch

This article was written by Sheik Akij, MBA student and graduate assistant for Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at University of Baltimore.



When John Butler, MFA '26 founded Totem Jou Publishing, his goal was never simply to publish books. He wanted to create opportunities for writers, illustrators and creatives whose work often went unnoticed. What began as a passion for storytelling eventually became something much larger-a growing business, a platform for emerging creators and a personal journey into entrepreneurship.



By partnering with the University of Baltimore's Center for Entrepreneursh...