I help people publish their own books.
The differences between publishing options vary. Many years ago, aspiring authors simply hoped to get signed by a big name Traditional Publisher – this was one of the only ways to get a book to market. But things have changed. Technology in printing and distribution has made a way for ANYONE to get their book printed and sold across the world with full ownership and agency.
I offer a turnkey solution to get your book into the world.
All royalties are yours. You have full control – I just help you through the technical and tricky parts.
The average cost of getting a book publishing and selling across the world in paperback and ebook is AUD$1970 (approx. USD$1350 USD).
However, packages can be adjusted to suit author’s needs. Let’s chat
Here is a comparison chart of publishing options.
Traditional
Publishing
START OF PROCESS:
Manuscript Submission by Author
MANUSCRIPT TERMS:
Highly Selective
COSTS OF PUBLISHING:
Carried by Publisher
ROYALTIES:
Lowest of all Options
(if at all)
BOOK CREATION:
Everything is done by Publisher
MARKETING:
It depends. Author is often expected to contribute.
SPEED TO MARKET:
Can take years. 12+ months is very common
IMPRINT (logo):
Publishing House.
e.g. Penguin. Harper Collins etc.
Self – Publishing
Service
START OF PROCESS:
By Author
MANUSCRIPT TERMS:
Author decides
COSTS OF PUBLISHING:
Carried by Author
ROYALTIES:
100% goes to Author
BOOK CREATION:
Packages or Pick and Choose.
MARKETING:
Author’s responsibility.
(But I advise)
SPEED TO MARKET:
As fast a you like.
Can be 1 month.
IMPRINT (logo):
Publishers Imprint – or own.
Vanity
Publishing
START OF PROCESS:
Both by Author or Publisher
MANUSCRIPT TERMS:
Accept All
COSTS OF PUBLISHING:
Carried by Author
ROYALTIES:
Most often goes to Author
BOOK CREATION:
Packages or Pick and Choose
MARKETING:
Author’s responsibility with possible assistance.
SPEED TO MARKET:
Can vary on workload and negotiations. 6+ months
IMPRINT (logo):
Publishers Imprint – or own.
Hybrid
Publishing
START OF PROCESS:
Manuscript Submission by Author
MANUSCRIPT TERMS:
Somewhat Selective
COSTS OF PUBLISHING:
Carried most by Author
ROYALTIES:
Usually around 50%
BOOK CREATION:
Packages or Pick and Choose
MARKETING:
Author’s responsibility with possible assistance.
SPEED TO MARKET:
Can vary on workload and negotiations. 6+ months
IMPRINT (logo):
Publishing House.
e.g. (there are many)
As an independent author (aka Indie Author), your book will be distributed worldwide through these online retailer and many others.
This 7-minute video is a quick illustrated overview covering the difference between Traditional and Self-Publishing through Print-on-Demand services.