Book Publishing Questions, Answered
Publishing brings up a lot of questions, especially the first time. Below are straight answers to the ones we hear most often about rights, royalties, costs, and timelines. If you do not see yours, call us and ask.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what authors ask us most. If yours is not here, ask us directly.
Yes. You keep 100% ownership of your manuscript, cover, and published book. We never acquire or share your rights.
No. Royalties from every sale go to you. We are paid for our services, not from your book sales.
Cost depends on the services your book needs. Editing a finished manuscript and designing a cover costs less than full ghostwriting. We send an itemized quote after a free consultation.
Publishing an edited manuscript can take a few weeks. Editing adds time depending on length and depth. Ghostwriting usually takes several months.
You need an ISBN for print editions sold through most channels. We explain your options and help you register ISBNs in your own name so you are listed as the publisher of record where you want to be.
Yes. We set up Amazon KDP listings for ebook, paperback, and hardcover, including keywords, categories, and pricing.
We distribute print editions through IngramSpark, which is how most bookstores and libraries order books. Stores decide what they stock, but proper setup makes your book available to order.
No honest publisher can guarantee sales. What we can promise is a professionally produced book, correct setup, and a marketing plan built for your genre.
Yes. We write, illustrate, format, and print picture books and early readers, including the special paper and size choices children's books need.
Each service includes revision rounds. Tell us what is not working and we will fix it. Our refund policy covers the rest.
Only if you tell them. Every ghostwriting agreement includes confidentiality, and the book is published under your name.
Yes. We work by email and video call and publish on retailers that reach readers worldwide.