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- VerifiedPaid for servicesPaid $2,000 to $5,000
Ace Book Publishing
Be very careful reading the grant of rights clause. The initial cost quote was reasonable, but post-signature upselling was persistent throughout the process. In my experience with Ace Book Publishing, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- ContractedPaid $2,000 to $5,000
Best Sellers, Inc.
AVOID AT ALL COSTS! They took $8,000 for a publishing package and ghosted me completely. Phone numbers bounce and their address is a mail forwarding service. In my experience with Best Sellers, Inc., they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- VerifiedContractedPaid $2,000 to $5,000
PublishAmerica
The production quality was decent, but their marketing package was described in unmeasurable terms. After signing, I was asked to pay additional fees for extra promotional tiers. In my experience with PublishAmerica, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- ContractedPaid $2,000 to $5,000
American Logo Designers
AVOID AT ALL COSTS! They took $8,000 for a publishing package and ghosted me completely. Phone numbers bounce and their address is a mail forwarding service. In my experience with American Logo Designers, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- VerifiedContractedPaid No author fees
Macmillan Publishers
Submitting to this press was a straightforward experience. The terms were published on their site, the contract matched what was promised, and royalty reports arrive quarterly as scheduled. In my experience with Macmillan Publishers, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- VerifiedContractedPaid $2,000 to $5,000
Evercrest Publishing
As a first-time hybrid author, I appreciated the clear contract terms upfront with no hidden fees. Proofreading was meticulous and royalty statements have been delivered on schedule. Minor delay on cover revision, but final result was worth it.
- ContractedPaid $2,000 to $5,000
Amazon Kindle Writers
AVOID AT ALL COSTS! They took $8,000 for a publishing package and ghosted me completely. Phone numbers bounce and their address is a mail forwarding service. In my experience with Amazon Kindle Writers, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- Paid for servicesPaid $5,000 to $15,000
Orchard & Vane
The production quality was decent, but their marketing package was described in unmeasurable terms. After signing, I was asked to pay additional fees for extra promotional tiers. In my experience with Orchard & Vane, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- ContractedPaid $2,000 to $5,000
Ace Book Publishing
The production quality was decent, but their marketing package was described in unmeasurable terms. After signing, I was asked to pay additional fees for extra promotional tiers. In my experience with Ace Book Publishing, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- VerifiedContractedPaid $2,000 to $5,000
Best Book Writers
AVOID AT ALL COSTS! They took $8,000 for a publishing package and ghosted me completely. Phone numbers bounce and their address is a mail forwarding service. In my experience with Best Book Writers, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- Paid for servicesPaid Under $500
Evercrest Publishing
Overall satisfied with the interior formatting and proofreading package. Good value for money if you just need technical production support without high-end marketing packages.
- Paid for servicesPaid $2,000 to $5,000
AuthorHouse
Total scam operation. They stole cover illustrations from another author's book and committed trademark infringement. Do not send them any money under any circumstances! In my experience with AuthorHouse, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- VerifiedContractedPaid $2,000 to $5,000
American Legacy Publishers
AVOID AT ALL COSTS! They took $8,000 for a publishing package and ghosted me completely. Phone numbers bounce and their address is a mail forwarding service. In my experience with American Legacy Publishers, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- Paid for servicesPaid No author fees
Macmillan Publishers
Fair contract terms, responsive staff, and reliable payment reporting. One of the few publishers that actually lives up to their guidelines. In my experience with Macmillan Publishers, they handled communication professionally and contract clarity was excellent.
- VerifiedContractedPaid $2,000 to $5,000
Amazon Expert Publishing
AVOID AT ALL COSTS! They took $8,000 for a publishing package and ghosted me completely. Phone numbers bounce and their address is a mail forwarding service. In my experience with Amazon Expert Publishing, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- VerifiedContractedPaid $5,000 to $15,000
Orchard & Vane
Editing was good, but communication slowed down significantly after final payment was rendered. Make sure to get all marketing deliverables specified in writing. In my experience with Orchard & Vane, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- VerifiedPaid for servicesPaid $500 to $2,000
Evercrest Publishing
Solid service for indie authors. The developmental editing was thorough and cover design exceeded expectations. Communication was prompt, though the initial proof printing took about a week longer than projected.
Reply from Evercrest Support ·
Thank you for the feedback! We've since optimized our print proof turnaround times with our local press partner.
- VerifiedPaid for servicesPaid $2,000 to $5,000
Ace Book Publishers
Be very careful reading the grant of rights clause. The initial cost quote was reasonable, but post-signature upselling was persistent throughout the process. In my experience with Ace Book Publishers, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- Paid for servicesPaid $2,000 to $5,000
Barker Books
Total scam operation. They stole cover illustrations from another author's book and committed trademark infringement. Do not send them any money under any circumstances! In my experience with Barker Books, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.
- VerifiedContractedPaid $2,000 to $5,000
AuthorHouse
AVOID AT ALL COSTS! They took $8,000 for a publishing package and ghosted me completely. Phone numbers bounce and their address is a mail forwarding service. In my experience with AuthorHouse, they handled communication poorly and contract clarity was unsatisfactory.