When you send in your manuscript, typed and double spaced with a SASE if you want it returned, our editorial staff evaluates your publishing project. Upon completion of this review:

You will receive an assessment of your manuscript. If it needs rewriting, we will assign you to a writer who will correct your manuscript in its technical content, and with your approval make the proper corrections.

We will choose and recommend the design that is more appropriate, illustrations, colors, covers, dimensions and binding.

We will provide you with a cost estimate, based on the design options and the quantity to be produced. Since there are so many ways of designing and printing a book, it is better if you don't try to figure out what the book will cost you. It usually takes our estimators a day or two to get back to you with more accurate figures. We usually print 1000 copies, but if your budget does not allow you, we may quote you on 500 copies. Please let us know ahead of time.

We cater to the individual, group or business wanting a small number of books at an affordable price. Since every project we take is usually different and because we do not give boiler plate formats, every project may have a different cost structure. However, once we initially evaluate your book or creative project, we will give you a detailed base price and optional features costs if necessary. All the costs will be known to you up front, you will then have an idea of your development costs before any work is started. We will confirm all the particulars with a written contract. There are no extra or hidden charges unless you pre-approve them in writing. The cost per page for typesetting varies according to the submitted manuscript format. If you own a computer you most probably will send us disks containing your ms. The charge to place your text into the newly designed book pages is $5.00 per book page. If we have to scan a typewritten manuscript, the charge is $7.00 per page for typesetting. Typesetting includes the title page, copyright page, table of contents, running heads, spell checking, page numbering, footnotes and indexes. We will also place, size, and format captions for your photos. The cost to produce your book is determined by its size, the number finished pages, the number of books produced, the typesetting, and cover design. The cost per book goes down as the quantity increases.

Upon receipt of our estimated bid you can contact us to discuss any questions you may have about our bid. Our personalized service has already begun. Remember that we are only a phone call away. Once you accept our proposal an agreement is drafted and upon receipt of your advance deposit your book is on its way of becoming a reality.

Previous to publication and if you have not done it already, we will register and copyright your book in your name with the Register of Copyrights of the Library of Congress to obtain a Certificate of Copyright. The year in which your book is copyrighted will appear on the copyright page of your book. The copyright protects and assures you a full custody of all rights and income. We will also request a Library of Congress Catalog number and assign an ISBN number to be included in your book.

Contract & Copyright

Our contract clearly states the terms and obligations from the beginning to the end of the publication of your book. We scale the balance into payments that make it comfortable to you. Upon receipt of your initial payment we will begin the first steps toward publication. As you approve the work we do with your manuscript we will continue the subsequent stages of editing and printing as you send us additional payments. Your approval will be requested at every stage of publication. Current IRS regulations allow a deduction from your publishing investment. Consult your tax professional to take advantage of this benefit.
If you wish to view or download our standard contract, please click here.
We require 1/3 of the estimated cost with your order. The second 1/3 when your second proofs are returned to us with your final approval, on the third stage the book is prepared for printing. The balance is due on completion of your book prior to shipping to you or when it is stored in our warehouse. The standard turn around time for a printed book is 4 to 6 weeks, and the standard for typesetting and illustrated books is 6 to 8 weeks depending on the complexity of your work.
Books are shipped via United Parcel Service, FOB Beverly Hills, California.

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