Welcome to our “Publishing” page, which is where you’ll find our blog articles on publishing and self-publishing books. Enjoy the articles and if you’d like help ghostwriting your book, give us a call!

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Hey ghostwriter, what’s the ROI on writing a business book?

Introduction to Self-Publishing by Barry Fox & Nadine Taylor

Introduction to Self-Publishing

Fourteen questions about self-publishing answered. Self-publishing is both easier and harder than you imagined!
What does it cost to edit a book?

What Does It Cost to Edit a Book?

A look at 10 different editing/proofreading firms, with a breakdown of their charges. On average, you can expect to pay between $0.015 and $0.06 per word for editing services.
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Options for Publishing a Business Book

Standard publishing? Self-publishing? Hybrid? A quick look at ways to publish your business book.
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Marketing Your Memoir Before You Finish It

Don't wait to finish your book before revving up your marketing! Here are some ideas to get your started.

Having Your Memoir Published by a Standard Publisher

Quick tips for attracting a standard publisher for your book!
yes - 25 publishers who welcome unsolicited submissions

15 Publishers Who Welcome Unsolicited Submissions

Fifteen publishers who accept submissions from unagented writers, complete with links to their sites and descriptions of what they are looking for.
100 literary agents to contact

100 Literary Agents to Contact

Literary agents are your entrée into the world of standard publishing! Here’s a list of 100 agents/agencies, complete with links to their sites.
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Self-Publishing Rights & Wrongs – Kathy Hendershot-Hurd

Self-published author Kathy Hendershot-Hurd explains what she did right and wrong with her book. Learn from her mistakes in this guest blog.

Calculating Self-Publishing Royalties

Figuring out self-publishing royalties can be surprisingly complex. It depends on several factors, including type of book sold (softcover, e-book, etc.), the size of the book, and the sales channel in which it was sold. A look at how these royalties are calculated, with explanations from the contracts of iUniverse, Xlibris, and WingSpan Press.
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A Look at Self-Publishing Contracts

Links to contracts from several self-publishing firms, plus a list of items to look for in these contracts.

Watch the Warranty Clause in Self-Publishing Contracts

Are you familiar with the warranties (promises) you’ll be agreeing to when you sign a self-publishing contract? If not, read this article.
who own your work, you or the self-publishers?

Who Owns Your Work, You or the Self-Publisher?

As a general rule, you retain the rights to your book when you self-publish. But "general rules" can be bent! Here are some things to look for.
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Self-Publishing Packages: What They Cost

Are you thinking of self-publishing your book? Here’s a quick comparison of the prices of self-publishing packages at 10 self-publishing firms - including AuthorHouse, iUniverse, Dog Ear and Lulu.
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Premade Book Covers – An Interesting Option

Not sure about hiring a designer to create a cover for your book? Using premade book covers is an inexpensive yet popular alternative. Here's an explanation of process, with links to several designers.