Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to your publishing questions

Common Questions

What types of books do you publish? −
We specialize in cause-driven books across 15 impact categories including environment, education, health & wellness, social justice, human rights, community development, economic equity, and more. If your book is motivated by social impact and creates measurable change, we're interested.
Do I need to be an established author? +
No! We work with first-time authors all the time. What matters to us is your message and your commitment to impact. If you have a story that needs to be told, we can help you tell it professionally.
What's the typical timeline for publishing? +
From manuscript to published book usually takes 4-6 months. This depends on your manuscript's stage. If you have a complete manuscript, we can move faster. If you're still writing, we offer coaching to help you finish.
How much does it cost to publish? +
Publishing costs vary by service package. Our complete publishing packages range from $8,000 to $30,000+ depending on services selected. We offer payment plans and work with authors at every budget level.
Do I retain rights to my book? +
Yes! As an author, you retain rights to your work. We help you publish and market your book, but you own your content. You receive royalties on all sales through our distribution channels.
Can you help with self-publishing? +
Absolutely. We offer à la carte services for authors who want to self-publish but need professional editing, design, and distribution support. You maintain full control while getting professional publishing support.
What about international authors? +
We work with authors worldwide. We've published books from 18 countries. Language can be addressed through translation services, and we distribute globally. Distance is never a barrier.
How do you measure impact? +
We measure impact through reader reach, community initiatives launched, policy influence, and direct feedback from readers. We track these metrics and report them to authors regularly.
Can I publish multiple books? +
Yes! Many of our authors publish multiple books. We have authors with 2-3 books in our library. Each book builds on the last, amplifying your author platform and impact.
How do I submit my manuscript? +
Visit our Submit Your Manuscript page to begin the process. You'll provide basic information about your book, your mission, and your goals. We'll review and respond within 2 weeks.
Do you work with genre-specific publishing? â–¼
Yes! We have editors and designers who specialize in romance, mystery, sci-fi, literary fiction, business books, memoirs, and more. Genre expertise ensures your book meets reader expectations and market standards.
How do you handle intellectual property and rights? â–¼
You retain all intellectual property rights. We never acquire ownership or exclusive rights. You can republish elsewhere, create adaptations, and maintain full control of your work forever.
What is the difference between editing levels you offer? â–¼
Developmental editing restructures manuscript content. Line editing improves flow and clarity. Copyediting fixes grammar and consistency. Proofreading catches final errors. Most books benefit from multiple levels.
Can I provide my own formatting and design? â–¼
Yes! You can supply pre-formatted interiors or cover designs. We'll validate files for technical requirements and upload them, or provide recommendations for improvements to meet publishing standards.
How much does professional editing typically cost? â–¼
Pricing depends on manuscript length and editing depth. Developmental editing averages $2,000-$5,000. Line editing averages $1,500-$3,000. Copyediting averages $1,000-$2,500. We provide custom quotes.
Do you offer payment plans for publishing services? â–¼
Yes! Most packages can be split into two or three payments. We work with authors on flexible payment schedules to make professional publishing accessible.
How do you ensure quality in editing and design? â–¼
All editors are certified professionals with 5+ years experience. Designers have portfolio track records. We review all work before delivery and offer revisions until you're satisfied.
Can I see samples of previous book projects? â–¼
Yes! Visit our portfolio section to see books we've published across genres. You can request references from authors in your genre who'll discuss their experience working with our team.
What technical support do you provide during upload and distribution? â–¼
We handle all technical uploads to Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Apple Books, and other retailers. Our team validates files and provides troubleshooting if issues arise with any platform.
How do I track progress on my publishing project? â–¼
You'll receive a project timeline with milestones and deadlines. Your account manager updates you regularly with progress reports. You can access your project portal anytime to check status.
Do you work with genre-specific publishing? â–¼
Yes! We have editors and designers who specialize in romance, mystery, sci-fi, literary fiction, business books, memoirs, and more. Genre expertise ensures your book meets reader expectations and market standards.
How do you handle intellectual property and rights? â–¼
You retain all intellectual property rights. We never acquire ownership or exclusive rights. You can republish elsewhere, create adaptations, and maintain full control of your work forever.
What is the difference between editing levels you offer? â–¼
Developmental editing restructures manuscript content. Line editing improves flow and clarity. Copyediting fixes grammar and consistency. Proofreading catches final errors. Most books benefit from multiple levels.
Can I provide my own formatting and design? â–¼
Yes! You can supply pre-formatted interiors or cover designs. We'll validate files for technical requirements and upload them, or provide recommendations for improvements to meet publishing standards.
How much does professional editing typically cost? â–¼
Pricing depends on manuscript length and editing depth. Developmental editing averages $2,000-$5,000. Line editing averages $1,500-$3,000. Copyediting averages $1,000-$2,500. We provide custom quotes.
Do you offer payment plans for publishing services? â–¼
Yes! Most packages can be split into two or three payments. We work with authors on flexible payment schedules to make professional publishing accessible.
How do you ensure quality in editing and design? â–¼
All editors are certified professionals with 5+ years experience. Designers have portfolio track records. We review all work before delivery and offer revisions until you're satisfied.
Can I see samples of previous book projects? â–¼
Yes! Visit our portfolio section to see books we've published across genres. You can request references from authors in your genre who'll discuss their experience working with our team.
What technical support do you provide during upload and distribution? â–¼
We handle all technical uploads to Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Apple Books, and other retailers. Our team validates files and provides troubleshooting if issues arise with any platform.
How do I track progress on my publishing project? â–¼
You'll receive a project timeline with milestones and deadlines. Your account manager updates you regularly with progress reports. You can access your project portal anytime to check status.