Who is the best publisher to go with for non-fiction? 

The first thing to consider when choosing the best publisher for you and your book is this: Do you want to keep the rights to your manuscript and intellectual property, or sell them.

If you are happy to sell them, choose a publisher who will buy them giving you what is more commonly known as an ‘advance of royalties’. If you want to keep the rights to your manuscript, choose a boutique publisher which fits your genre, target audience, and publishing goals.

Now you need to choose the kind of service you are looking for. Do you work with a small intimate team where everyone knows who you are, what your book is about and what your goals are? Or are you happy to be another author on the books and webpage for bragging rights of the publisher?

The next steps are to look at the additional services you want from your publisher.

Do they have ongoing support for you moving forward? Are they going to promote you with press releases? Support your efforts with book signings? Are they going to help get you on stages to speak about your subject matter? Do they help you develop additional revenue streams? Are they there for you when you need them? Don’t be put off by investing in getting your book published either.

Working with an independent boutique publisher means you have a set goal to work towards. You know how many books, services and products you need to sell in order to break even, and turn a profit.

And you get to keep all of your royalties and profits too!

Another thing you might want to consider is this: Does the publisher work with you to publish under your own name by simply providing the services you need without their branding?

Working closely with a smaller boutique publisher means you get to play to your own strengths. You are in control and you have a team supporting you to build your success, your confidence and all on your own terms.

To discuss what’s possible, book a consultation call with us today and let’s get all those questions in your head answered!