Self-Publishing Book Costs

About Self-Publishing

One of the myths which the self-publishing industry pedals all too frequently is that self-publishing is the same as traditional publishing except that the author pays the bills instead of the publisher. If only it was that simple. It is not the same because self-published books are usually produced in much lower quantities. This means that the manufacturing cost of each book is considerably higher than in the traditional publishing environment. We’ll do our best to steer you through the self-publishing maze so you don’t end up with a book that has a hopelessly unrealistic selling price.

Self-publishing a book: it’s easier than ever to get into print

Whether you write for self-fulfilment or money, choosing to publish your own book can simplify publication. Although it’s no substitute for your own hard work and promotional efforts, self-publication, and a supportive author services partner, can reduce the cost and complexity of publishing:

•   Print on demand – only the copies you need.
•   Short run printing – enables us to produce books to specifications that aren’t available with the print on demand process.
•   Long run printing – our long run book printing service is the cheapest way to buy books when you need at least 500 books.
•   Save money: discuss a viable self-publishing route with an expert.
•   Simplify management of the publishing process.
•   Avoid the traditional complexity of agents and publishers.

Why Self-Publish a Book?

Authors’ choices to self-publish a book generally involve one of these:

•  Rejection or delay by agents and mainstream publishers.
•  Publication for small, specialised, easily-targeted markets.
•  The need to capture the moment quickly with a topical publication.
•  Long run printing versus shorter runs: short-run book printing and print on demand are perfect for new authors with no previous sales history.
•  Re-publishing of previously published works where the rights have reverted to the author.

The benefits of publishing a book yourself?

Particularly for new writers, traditional publication just gets harder; for every published book, thousands never make it. When you self-publish you take control of publication. The benefits include these:

•  Self-publish a book and retain all the rights.
•  Self-publishing a book retains control over all aspects of publication.
•  Simplify publication with an experienced partner.
•  Print smaller runs cost-effectively.
•  Create a commercial success? It could happen with self-publishing…
•  Enjoy bigger royalty percentages per book than with traditional publishing.
•  Turn manuscripts into ‘proper books’ for posterity.
•  Impress those who said it would never happen…