You've finally done it. You've finished the manuscript. The pages
have literally absorbed your sweat and tears over months or years of
writing. But now that you've finally completed your book, what do you do
next?
Perhaps you've googled "how to publish my book" or "help publishing my book in Louisiana." Be forewarned: this is an open invitation for shady companies to come calling. Their representatives promise big book sales accompanied with huge up-front costs. Luckily, there are some reputable sites you can trust such as Lulu Publishing, Blurb, Barnes and Noble Press, or CreateSpace.
How to Spot a Scam:
Company has a minimum order of books over 25 (an order of 1 is recommended at first, but up to 25 is reasonable)
There are fees over $100 simply for using their press (free is better, and most reputable sites offer it)
Big up-front fees are demanded (again, using the company's site should be free; the company should profit from book printing or design only)
The above listed companies along with some others create stunning books with quality and precision. However. In order to use their websites, you need to know HOW to prepare your files for print, as well as HOW to design a cover. These sites offer you a pricey option to have their professional team design your book, and we admit, they do a good job. But do they do a job that's best for YOU and YOUR book?
GO WITH A LOCAL OR ONLINE SMALL BUSINESS.
We believe that local services are a better match than giant companies and corporations who don't know your name. Since people judge a book by its cover, shouldn't you have a designer who has read your book, knows your story, and cares about reflecting you as an individual and author? Shouldn't your book be formatted to fit your specific requests and vision? Most big companies cap the number of photos you can include in your book. As the author, shouldn't you have the freedom to include whatever you wish?
Find publishing consultants that help bring your book to life through publication YOUR way. Find someone who will get to know you in person, via Skype, or over the phone. Work with real people and real authors.
At Raconteur Story Writing Services, our publishing consultants help you by having the answers to your publishing questions. We offer proofreading or editing services to polish your story to make it as professional as possible. We prepare the files for print via formatting and design your dream cover. We act as a knowledgeable liaison between you and the printing press. We order your first batch and show you how to re-order books. We also throw in complementary book marketing advice and assistance.
We are a small business founded by a Louisiana native who published her first book at age 16 and knows the tricks of the publishing trade. She knows firsthand that getting a book in print can be quite a challenge and that it's crucial to have a hometown team backing you up and cheering you on.
Plus, our pricing is affordable. Our help publishing your book starts at just $300. Our proofreading and editing services start at a similar price.
Still not sure? We have tons of references from former happily published authors who'd love to tell you about our quality standards and genuine care for YOUR book.
Perhaps you've googled "how to publish my book" or "help publishing my book in Louisiana." Be forewarned: this is an open invitation for shady companies to come calling. Their representatives promise big book sales accompanied with huge up-front costs. Luckily, there are some reputable sites you can trust such as Lulu Publishing, Blurb, Barnes and Noble Press, or CreateSpace.
How to Spot a Scam:
Company has a minimum order of books over 25 (an order of 1 is recommended at first, but up to 25 is reasonable)
There are fees over $100 simply for using their press (free is better, and most reputable sites offer it)
Big up-front fees are demanded (again, using the company's site should be free; the company should profit from book printing or design only)
The above listed companies along with some others create stunning books with quality and precision. However. In order to use their websites, you need to know HOW to prepare your files for print, as well as HOW to design a cover. These sites offer you a pricey option to have their professional team design your book, and we admit, they do a good job. But do they do a job that's best for YOU and YOUR book?
GO WITH A LOCAL OR ONLINE SMALL BUSINESS.
We believe that local services are a better match than giant companies and corporations who don't know your name. Since people judge a book by its cover, shouldn't you have a designer who has read your book, knows your story, and cares about reflecting you as an individual and author? Shouldn't your book be formatted to fit your specific requests and vision? Most big companies cap the number of photos you can include in your book. As the author, shouldn't you have the freedom to include whatever you wish?
Find publishing consultants that help bring your book to life through publication YOUR way. Find someone who will get to know you in person, via Skype, or over the phone. Work with real people and real authors.
At Raconteur Story Writing Services, our publishing consultants help you by having the answers to your publishing questions. We offer proofreading or editing services to polish your story to make it as professional as possible. We prepare the files for print via formatting and design your dream cover. We act as a knowledgeable liaison between you and the printing press. We order your first batch and show you how to re-order books. We also throw in complementary book marketing advice and assistance.
We are a small business founded by a Louisiana native who published her first book at age 16 and knows the tricks of the publishing trade. She knows firsthand that getting a book in print can be quite a challenge and that it's crucial to have a hometown team backing you up and cheering you on.
Plus, our pricing is affordable. Our help publishing your book starts at just $300. Our proofreading and editing services start at a similar price.
Still not sure? We have tons of references from former happily published authors who'd love to tell you about our quality standards and genuine care for YOUR book.
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