SELF-PUBLISHING STEP-BY-STEP
After signing the publishing agreement:
- You are assigned a project consultant for the entire publishing process.
- You provide the manuscript in a Microsoft Word format.
- We edit and proofread the manuscript.
- We design the book and interior page layout, including custom cover.
- We provide highly detailed full-color custom illustrations.
- You receive electronic proofs for each step of the process, for review.
- We assign an ISBN and a Barcode.
- We register the work at the Copyright Office under your name.
- We print the books in paperback. Hardbound is also available.
- We print the book as many times as necessary at no extra cost to you.
- You receive 10 books for your personal use.
- We set up the title for online distribution in our Web Bookstores and Amazon.
- We create an author page in Laredo Publishing web site.
- We fulfill and ship orders.
- You receive 25% of the net profit from the books sold.
- You receive a sales report and royalty payment once a year.
- You pay the publishing cost in 2-3 installments.
A fast publishing process
From start to finish, the publishing process takes 2 to 3 months.
A personalized service
A publishing consultant will be assigned to you to coordinate the editorial and book design process. You will participate in the publishing process by reviewing every step until the files are sent to press.
The rights belongs to you
The rights to the work belong to you. Your work will be registered at the Copyright Office under your name.
Royalties
You receive 25% of the net profit from the books we sell. A sales report and royalty payment will be sent to you once a year.
Your book is distributed
Your title will have worldwide visibility and exposure. Your book will be set up for distribution with Amazon and our Web Bookstores. We fulfill and ship all the orders.
We can help you promote your book
Upon request, your publishing consultant will discuss with you the marketing strategy and book promotion that best fits your book.
Your book is always available
At no additional cost to you, we will re-print as many runs as necessary to make sure your book is always available.