Frequently Asked Questions
(subject to change)

Are you an "author mill" or "vanity/subsidy" publisher?

No. We are a royalty-paying small press. Presently we use on-demand digital technology for the production of our titles. Our primary outlet for print book sales is through Amazon.com however titles that reach a sales benchmark are usually optioned for wider distribution. Ebooks are available through multiple outlets.

How do you pay royalties?

Royalties are paid on an annual basis. Royalties are calculated as 30% of the net amount received for electronic formats and 15% of the net amount received for print formats for each sale. This rate is non-negotiable.

Do you require an exclusive contract? For how long? Do you offer an advance?

Yes. Two years from the date of release. A small advance is frequently offered.

If I find I am not happy, can I get out of my contract?

Yes, after one year from the date of release. The book will be listed as unavailable/out-of-print (it may take time for outside sellers to reflect this change). If due, any residual royalties will be rendered during the next disbursement period or within 90 days, whichever is shorter.

How many books can I expect to sell?

Numbers sold depend on many factors such as genre, audience, marketing, etc. but as a general rule, fiction works by unknown authors often do not sell in any great amount. New authors should also be aware that some titles will need time to develop and earn their readership.

How much do print books sell for?

Print books will start around $10-11 (for 100+ pg.) however the actual cover price of any finished book will depend on current production rates. Ebooks will range from $3.99 and up.

Will I have to promote my own work?

Yes, however there are plenty of ways to market a work with minimal cost; we highly advise a low-cost approach and support this effort through our promo-op program (below).

Do you help me promote my work?

Upon contract, our authors are provided with a free & low-cost promo tipsheet, a sample eighteen-month promotional plan, and a link to a reviewer database to get them started and we send also out bi-monthly emails with five to twenty promo leads and opportunities every month.

Will you provide cover art?

A cover will be produced, either in-house or through one of our freelance artists. If preferred, the author may provide a cover graphic (that meets our standards & requirements) at their own expense. We will still perform layout.

Can I republish the final produced work with another publisher if I leave?

No. The author may only use/resubmit their original (unedited) edition for re-publication through another company once they are released from our contract.

Who sells your books? Do you sell direct?

Printed books are usually sold through Amazon.com however titles that reach a specific sales benchmark may be optioned to have wider availability through Ingram and libraries as well. Because sellers can change their policies at any time, there is no guarantee that any work will be sold through any specific venue. Presently, we only sell .pdf versions of our ebooks direct; for other formats, buyers are directed to our distributors/online vendors.

Can print editions be ordered through or in bookstores?

If a title is optioned for wider distribution, it may be able to be ordered through bookstores. (see above)

I see you offer author’s discounts, does this mean authors have to buy books from you?

No. There is no "required purchase" clause in our contract.

Do you provide review copies?

We will provide a PDF review copy to the author as well as to any reviewer that requests one from us.

Do titles you publish get a Library of Congress Number?

Not at this time.

My full manuscript is under consideration at another publishing house/agent, should I submit to you?

Not yet. Please be patient and wait until you have heard from the other firm.

We hope that this answers many of your questions -- if not, please feel free to send us an email.