July 01, 2009
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07/01/2009
POD PRICE COMPARISON
>>> BookLocker: $517 (Deduct $200 if submitting your own cover) <<<
Deduct $200 if submitting your own cover. No hidden fees. Includes everything. Books are usually on the market in less than a month. No extra charge for graphics. 35% royalties based on list price for public sales; 15% royalties based on list price on wholesale/bookstore orders. Added Bonus: Returning authors are only charged $99 setup fees on their second and subsequent books.
>> iUniverse: $699.00 (includes 5 "free" copies) <<
Warning: They own your files after creation and you have to pay $300-$1500 to get them back if you leave their service! They charge extra for photos/graphics (included above) and never allow more than 50 graphics/photos in a book. No expedite service. Turnaround is 3-4 months.
NOTE: IUNIVERSE IS NOW OWNED BY AUTHOR SOLUTIONS, A HOLDING
COMPANY THAT ALSO OWNS AUTHORHOUSE, XLIBRIS, AND TRAFFORD.
(SEE THOSE COMPANIES BELOW.)
>> Lulu: $839.00 <<
Deduct $450 if submitting your own cover. Lulu now charges directly for many services they previously farmed out to other companies.
>> Xlibris: $1323 - (includes 5 "free" copies) <<
Does NOT offer ebooks! Charges expedite fee of $349 (included above) for publication in 2 months instead of 4-6 months. Charges $10 per image; $20 per table.
NOTE: XLIBRIS IS NOW OWNED BY AUTHOR SOLUTIONS, A HOLDING
COMPANY THAT ALSO OWNS AUTHORHOUSE, IUNIVERSE, AND TRAFFORD.
(SEE THOSE COMPANIES ABOVE AND BELOW.)
>> AuthorHouse: $1567 <<
Charges extra for photos/graphics ($10 per image after first 10 - included in cost above). Expedite fee ($500) is for publication in 30 days instead of 6 months - included above. Claims ownership of files you pay them to create.
NOTE: AUTHORHOUSE IS NOW OWNED BY AUTHOR SOLUTIONS, A HOLDING
COMPANY THAT ALSO OWNS XLIBRIS, IUNIVERSE, AND TRAFFORD.
(SEE THOSE COMPANIES ABOVE AND BELOW.)
>> Trafford: $1844 <<
IMPORTANT - Does **not** include full distribution! Choose the $2297 package if you want that. NOTE: NOTE: This company is based in Canada, and TRAFFORD IS NOW OWNED BY AUTHOR SOLUTIONS, A HOLDING COMPANY THAT ALSO OWNS XLIBRIS, IUNIVERSE, AND AUTHORHOUSE. (SEE THOSE COMPANIES ABOVE.)
***Prices based on least expensive package offered by each publisher on similar offers targeting U.S. authors. Fees include setup, original cover design, print proof, ebook creation, up to 25 interior photos/graphics, an ISBN, barcode, a listing on the publisher's website and distribution by Ingram, all within 6 weeks.
NOTE: Many companies offer perks that others don't, some try to upsell authors on extraneous services, and a few even claim ownership of files the author has paid them to create! Study each publisher and contract carefully before making your choice.
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ONE-ON-ONE WITH ANGELA
Angela Hoy works one-on-one with all authors. No third-world-country customer service reps or corporate hierarchy! You can email her directly with any questions at: angela- at - booklocker.com
DISGRUNTLED?
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Publisher's Desk
Publisher's Desk For July 1st
ALREADY 49% FULL - SUMMER '09 24-HOUR SHORT STORY CONTEST
The WritersWeekly.com Summer 2009 24-Hour Short Story Contest is now accepting entrants! Each contest is limited to 500 entrants. Contests usually fill up (it's tons of fun!), so don't delay if you want to participate.
1st Place: $300
2nd Place: $250
3rd Place: $200
Entry fee is $5. You can see the complete list of 85 prizes and sign up here: http://www.writersweekly.com/misc/contest.html
BOOKLOCKER NOW OFFERING TWO-WEEK EXPRESS PUBLISHING SERVICE
For authors who find themselves with an immediate, upcoming event, BookLocker offers an expedited publishing service. If an author is immediately available and responds to correspondence regarding formatting and cover design quickly, we can usually get a book to market within two weeks of the author submitting their final files and approval forms to us. (Please allow extra time if you need a shipment of your books to arrive for an event! The two-week timeline is for the design and publishing process only.) Contact angela-at-booklocker.com for more information.
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If you've written a writing-related book and own your electronic rights, contact angela - at - writersweekly.com. WritersWeekly.com and Booklocker.com do NOT charge setup fees to list ebooks, and don't take any rights. And, you can cancel at anytime.
WANT TO SELL YOUR E-BOOK ON BOOKLOCKER.COM?
Booklocker.com charges NO SETUP FEES to list ebooks, takes NO rights from authors and you can cancel at anytime. Royalties are 70% for ebooks priced $8.95 or higher and 50% for ebooks priced under $8.95. See: http://publishing.booklocker.com/submit.php
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1. 24-HOUR SHORT STORY CONTEST ENTRY FEE - $5
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2. Writing E-books for Fun and Profit
Explains how to get ideas for your e-book as well as how to write and publish an e-book.
3. Blog Your Book to the Top
How to use blogging as a successful marketing tool.
4. Writing FAST: How to Write Anything with Lightning Speed
Your mind moves at lightning speed. Your writing should, too. Introducing the FAST System approach to writing. Whether you hate writing, or you're an avid wordsmith, Writing FAST is the must-read book for writers of all levels.
5. QUERY LETTERS THAT WORKED! Real Queries That Landed $2K+ Writing Assignments
In these pages, you'll find real query letters that landed real assignments for national magazines, websites, and corporations, including: Woman's Day - $2,800, Redbook - $3,500, Ladies Home Journal - $3,000, DiscoveryHealth.com - $2,000, Lifetime Magazine - $3,000, and many, many more!
6. The Accidental Medical Writer
Learn the ins and outs of freelance medical writing
7. BOOK PROPOSALS THAT WORKED! Real Book Proposals That Landed $10K - $100K Publishing Contracts
In these pages, you'll find real book proposals that landed contracts with these publishing houses: Simon & Schuster, MIRA Books, Music Sales Corporation, Berkeley Books, Osborne/McGraw-Hill and many more!
NEW BOOKS!
Blog Your Book to the Top
A jam-packed blueprint that walks you through setting up and customizing a free blog, writing sparkling content, joining the blogosphere, and using cutting edge Web 2.0 strategies to drive traffic to your blog - - all in 5 Easy Steps.
Punctuation for Writers
Your most important task as a writer is to keep the reader reading, and punctuation has everything to do with that. Well-placed punctuation marks go quietly about their task, smoothly and invisibly guiding the reader...
The Nitch Witch's Guide to Food & Cookery Book Publishers
Of the multitude of niche writing markets on the scene today, the food and cookbook niche is one that continues to grow steadily. Not only are more people cooking, but they are also being exposed to more cuisines.
BOOKLOCKER.COM BEST SELLERS!
1. Cancer-Free -- Your Guide to Gentle, Non-toxic Healing
Healing cancer requires knowledge of alternative treatments. Here it is.
2. Stepping Into the New Reality
Survive the fall and move into your Heaven with ease.
3. HONTO!
The oral history of an intelligence operation committed to paper.
4. Remembering Your Soul Purpose
An ascension book/workbook for excavating your soul's unique contribution.
5. The Potty Boot Camp: Basic Training for Toddlers
A dying man's secret is all he has to lose.
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News From the Home Office
The Imaginary Lizard
None of our children has ever had imaginary friends...until now. Mason (age 3) has suddenly acquired a pet that nobody else can see.
Last week, Mason came into our room, with his tiny hand outstretched, and said, "See my lizard?"
The Latest From AngelaHoy.com
Large Overseas Book Order? Don't Get Excited...
While we'd all like to think we're immune to online scams, sometimes our excitement about a large book order can cloud our common sense.
Letters To The Editor
Letters To The Editor For July 1st
Thanks!
Just wanted to say thanks! I gave my friend the ad for a Spanish-English translator. She got the job and is thrilled to be able to work from home and remain a stay-at-home mom.
Thanks again,
B.S.
This Week's Article
Write on the Button By Wendy Dager
The thought pops into your head. It's brief but it's funny. It makes you laugh out loud. It's a slogan that says it all. Why not see if a button company likes it enough to pay you for it?
Ask The Expert
Should I Serialize My New Novel BEFORE It's Published?
Q. The editor of the local paper, who serialized my first book after it was published, suggests I serialize my next book as it progresses, BEFORE publication. What do you suggest?
A. The original star of electronic book serialization (not newspaper) was famous novelist Doug Clegg. Years ago, long before Stephen King took a shot at it, Clegg was distributing a free chapter of his book to his fans every Friday, via email...
Success Stories
Pet Writing - A Great Way to Earn Extra Kibble By Diane Sonntag
My father-in-law once told me that the reason he didn't have grandchildren yet was because I was wasting my maternal instincts on my pets. I had to laugh at his comment, even while I admitted it held some validity.
Like many people, my pets are like my family. So when my cat, Tigger, developed a serious medical condition, I was willing to do whatever it took to make him well again. As I wrote the bigger-than-my-mortgage-payment check to cover Tigger's surgery, the writer in me was already thinking of a way to use the experience – and recoup some of that cash.
Whispers And Warnings
Whispers And Warnings For July 1st
Prudence International Magazine / prudenceinternational.com / Samson Agbebi - SECOND COMPLAINT. Writer alleges they owe $210.
Markets And Jobs
Paying Markets And Jobs For July 1st
These are NOT recycled guidelines. WritersWeekly.com only features original market listings, received from and approved by the editors at each publication.
HomeFurnishings.com
CURRENT NEEDS: We typically assign articles to writers, but we will also consider article pitches and unpublished submissions. Please email your introduction, along with qualifications and published writing samples, to editor-at-homefurnishings.com. Pays approximately .50 a word for 300-800 words, plus web-resolution photos.
INTERNATIONAL LIVING
CURRENT NEEDS: "Issue-length articles of 1,000 words on living, investing, and traveling outside the US. Also need much shorter 'postcards' of 250-700 words on destinations outside of the US." Briefs pay $25-$65.
Mississippi Magazine
CURRENT NEEDS: "Currently in need of more articles pertaining to Mississippi events, people who are natives of MS that have left the state and had successes that are widely known, and features on unique artists for our culture center department." Pays $150-$300 per article.
Mysteries Magazine
CURRENT NEEDS: "We need scientific mysteries articles the most." Pays $0.05/word for features of 3000-5000 words and columns of 1200-1500 words.
Native Peoples
CURRENT NEEDS: Queries. Pays $0.25-$0.40 cents per word for 800-3000 words.
North Carolina Literary Review
CURRENT NEEDS: "A portion of each issue is open to other NORTH CAROLINA-related ideas we find of particular interest. Interviews, solid historical explorations, current cultural/literary analyses (without academic jargon), and literary essays are of special interest to us. NCLR writers receive two copies of the issue in which their work appears and either a modest honorarium or some combination of subscription/extra copies of the issue/back issues."
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QUERY LETTERS THAT WORKED! Real Queries That Landed $2K+ Writing Assignments
Copies of real query letters that resulted in writing assignments worth $2K and much more!
FreeBookExcerpts.com
FreeBookExcerpts.com For July 1st
FreeBookExcerpts.com: where authors post excerpts and readers post comments.
Here's a peek at what was added this week!
The White Cockroach by William M. Barnes
The DEA makes Darla an offer. Seduce a dangerous Mexican drug baron, arrest his boss and the Government pays off her ranch. She doesn't count on falling in love...
Dogs And Goddesses by Linda Segall Anable
Dogs hold the key to enlightenment. Mother Earth craves your menses. Bruce Springsteen can deliver you to the Promised Land. Your dog already lives there...
Vilified!: Red Meat for Conservatives from a Guy Who's Got a Lot of Beefs by Corey Deitz
Vilified! is often serious, yet habitually satirical and even self-deprecating. Although it lampoons far-left points of view, causes, and attitudes - it in no way excuses conservatives for the mess we're in and the State of our DisUnion. Think of Vilified! as a "Fleeced" for the bathroom - a unique book with a lot of quirky perspectives.
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Interview Requests
Interview Requests For July 1st
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