
Publishing & Distribution Elements
The following to be agreed upon by the Publisher and the Author
> Full Service Options
(Based on how far along a manuscript is, need to edit and/or format original content for completing the publication process)
> Editing and Professional Proofreading
(Based on page count, number of typo, errors, and formatting needs)
> Interior Layout
(Based on the amount of work required to get the manuscript ready for final publication)
> Exterior Layout (Cover)
(Based on if original art is required or a working image is provided and whether one needs front and back layout)
> Copyright
Publisher will obtain a copyright for the Book in the Author’s name.
> ISBN Number
Publisher will obtain an ISBN number for the book in the Author’s name.
> Publication Date
Publisher will publish the Book by a mutually agreed upon date.
> Retail Price
The retail price to be set by Publisher in consultation with Author, according to production costs.
> Books Purchased by Author
When the Book is available in print form, copies will be made available to Author at near production costs so you can sell them at a profit to friends, family, and others who are interested in supporting your work.
> Marketing
Once printed the Book will be made available in all relevant directory sites such as Amazon, Google book, Barnes and Nobles.
> Royalties
Proceeds will be divided equally at 45% for Publisher and Author, with 10% supporting nonprofit endeavors.
> Payment of Royalties
Publisher agrees to pay Author royalties on a quarterly basis.