"Most books lose money for their publishers, which
often proves fatal for small presses. Author
participation in promotion is the single largest
determining factor behind a book's success or
failure. Therefore, at a typical small press where
most authors do not participate in marketing,
those few who do suffer the worst setbacks should
the publisher fold. Large presses do not promote
small authors since, as unknowns, they cannot
possibly recoup the costs of a large publicity
campaign. Small presses simply lack the resources
to do author promotion. This leaves the author
responsible for promoting their own work.
Subsidy presses largely eliminate the risk of
going under by charging authors to produce their
books. The publishing industry frowns on this
practice because of a perceived lack of quality-
the thinking being that subsidy presses care more
about their bottom line than producing good books.
Spend money on marketing and risk having the
publisher fold, or spend money on the book and
have none left over for marketing. What's an
author to do?
American Book's elegant solution solves both
problems by providing traditional publishing
services to carefully selected manuscripts without
taking heavy financial risks. Asking first-time
authors a modest deposit balances everyone's
interests a wise course in today's competitive
publishing environment. Subjecting every accepted
manuscript to a strict content editing process and
separate copyediting services ensures high-quality
titles. Further, American Book is one of the few
publishers who provides real honest-to-goodness
promotional help to their authors. All authors
whose first books achieve a modest sales goal get
back their entire deposit and subsequent titles
cost nothing. Everyone wins!
There are no guarantees and not every author will
achieve bestseller status. That said, if you're
serious about building your writing career,
American Book Publishing can tip the odds as far
in your favor as possible."
—Anthony
Hernandez author of:
Marketing Your Books: A
Holistic Approach
Getting Published: End To
Beginning
Selling Your Books: A Roadmap For Success
endorsed by Jay Conrad Levinson & Dan Poynter available from
***
"I see many new
authors sacrifice finding the "right"
publisher for finding the "fast" publisher or
the
"do-it-yourself" publisher, or holding out for
that
acceptance letter from a "big-name" publisher
with the New York Times endorsements. Somewhere
in the shuffle of submissions and rejection
letters, contracts and royalty negotiations, I
think we all lose sight of
what this industry is based on—someone has a
story to tell, and someone wants to read that
story.
As an editor for American Book Publishing, I
have
found a place in building that important bridge
between writers and readers. Finally, an
author's
voice is what matters again. I work with a staff
of
extremely professional people who are indelibly
dedicated to capturing important stories,
polishing
and perfecting them, and connecting them with
the
readers who are waiting to read them.
Not all authors are rich people. Not all books
are
bestsellers. But I believe every story will
matter to
someone, and I believe that ABP is committed to
making that connection. I see editors dedicated
to lifting manuscripts to their highest
potential. I see
designers helping authors to visualize that
perfect
cover image. I see marketers teaching authors to
target their publicity efforts, getting their
books to
precisely the people who want or need to read
them. I
see a publisher finding ways to connect authors
with
their audiences. And being a part of this
magical
process with ABP has been unfailingly rewarding
for
me.
Find a publisher who sees the story in a story
and the
storyteller in an author, and you will find a
publishing house whose books and writers are
believed
in. It does not matter if "everyone" has read a
book.
It matters that the book finds its way to the
readers
for whom it was written. I am proud to affiliate
with
a publisher that places this fundamental ideal
at
heart and works tirelessly to make it happen for
every
author who is welcomed to the fold."
—Jenny MacKay, Editor
***
"American Book Publishing provides comprehensive services
that allow authors to successfully publish their
work in print and on the Internet. American Book
makes a tremendous effort to ensure the quality of
Books coming on the market, applying the
traditional publishing processes of manuscript
selection, assignment of a professional editor to
each author, professional book design and
publicists, and aggressive marketing by
publicists. American Book's attention to quality
will help position the company as a strong player
in this emerging industry. "
—Scott Griffiths, President and
CEO, Soft Lock
***
"American Book Publishing (ABP) provides an
opportunity for writers to actually see their
books in print, to touch and feel the paper, and
to get that glow from seeing one's name in
print. As part of the services that ABP
provides, and as a professional copyeditor, my
job is to take that manuscript and tweak it to
be letter-perfect before it makes it
into print--without losing that indefinable
voice that each writer has."
—Ann Beardsley, Copyeditor
"Find everything from web sites for book clubs to how to get on best-seller lists. This is a "super" site that's a great resource for for writers at every level. Not to be missed!"
—Susan Harrow, Media Coach & Book Marketing Strategist
***
"For the past three years American Book
Publishers has given me the opportunity to expand my editing skills beyond
technical editing into fiction and nonfiction. The staff has been a
tremendous help in improving my editing skills. They are always there ready
to help and I am grateful to them."
—Jan Stanton, Copyeditor
***
"What I find great about American Book Publishing
is their dedication and sincere efforts towards
every author they help get established. Many of
the books the American Book Publishing house
produce are unique and very interesting to read.
American Book Publishing has a professional
approach to book publishing; each and every book
is made with quality and professionalism."
—Acharya D Hargreaves author of Digest Alive The
Natural Cure To Heartburn and Digest
***
"American Book Publishing is an exciting
company that provides wonderful opportunities for authors and
industry professionals alike. I've immensely enjoyed my time at ABP
both copyediting and editing manuscripts by talented authors. ABP's
extensive editing process ensures that the author and readers will
be pleased with the finished product--a great book!"
—Brittany
Hunsaker, Copyeditor
***
"American Book Publishing has given me a great
opportunity to get into the world of professional illustration and
design. I received a B.S. in Illustration and was thrilled to have
the opportunity to put that education to good use. ABP publishes a
wide variety of books with a little of something to interest
everybody. The staff I have worked with so far have been very
friendly and helpful and I look forward to many more years working
with this company!"
—Amanda
Brodsky,
Illustrator
***
"It
can be really hard to break into an editing career,
but ABP is a great place to do it! They gave me a
chance when my work experience was minimal and I
was able to get the experience I badly needed. On
the way I associated with ABP's terrific
authors and staff. I really enjoyed my time at
ABP."
—Bonnie Schenk-Darrington,
Copyeditor
***
"I have been working with ABP for over two years ( I think
it's almost three or something), first as a
designer, now also as a Director of Design.
Working with book covers is a great creative
outlet for me, great release after all the
corporate type of work. All the books are great
inspiration. Is it something I always wanted to
get involved with.
ABP staff is extremely friendly and great to work
with. It is a privilege to work with such great
people. Working with them is a great experience
and it has helped me with my professional and
personal growth. I think that ABP has great future
ahead."
—Jana Rade, Book Cover Designer
***
"American Book Publishing is able to give each
author a very personalized, unique experience. First, the manuscript is
carefully assigned to an editor. This skilled professional works with the author
through the entire process, from beginning to end. After several edits are
completed, the manuscript is given to a copyeditor to be another set of eyes,
polishing the writing to perfection. Meanwhile, the design and marketing
departments help the author to get their ideas across as effectively as
possible. All of this adds up to a book publishing company that is willing to
ensure that the author, and readers, are satisfied with the finished product--a
great book."
—Julia Haigh, Copy Editor
***
"The American Book Publishing staff has been very
helpful and friendly and over the past months that I've been working with them.
I look forward to the work ahead. Thank you ABP!"
—Ken
Maziarz, Book Cover Designer
***
"It is due to ABP's creative thinking and
innovative use of technology that I don't have to live in London, New York,
Chicago, or Los Angeles to work in the publishing industry. I can live anywhere
I wish and be editing high-quality, innovative, important manuscripts. Bravo,
ABP!"
—Ann V. Staton, Editor
***
"American Book Publishing effectively uses new technology to
excel against the high competition in the book
publishing industry today. ABP does not short cut
quality, while beating slow industry averages. For
example, their quality management of content
editing, copy editing and design services provides
completion in an average of 9 months, while the
industry average is 18 months. I'm proud to have
worked with ABP since it's beginning. Its a well
organized and managed company that is constantly
looking for new and better ways to improve their
services".
—Susie Young, Copyright Manager
***
"I've always loved working with companies that go against the
grain. I could see from the start we would make a
good fit. ABP's values, philosophy, and practices
continue to earn my respect. People need to
realize that at ABP, each book is a team effort,
and that each team member has a stake in the
book's success. As such, this motivation goes into
producing a quality product.
We're seeing different types of writing. Fast, cutting-edge
prose. Writers are finding new ways to make their
voices heard through communities and through
unique portals on the Web. And now they're
demanding more options to get their words into
print. ABP is the strongest alternative for
authors to get published. It retains the respect
that a full-service publisher provides while
utilizing innovative ways to deliver and
disseminate the works of new artists.
I have amazing, original works crossing my desk on a daily
basis. It is fun to choose manuscripts that will
eventually have an impact on our society. I am
seeing literature and content that I am truly
proud to have American Book Publishing associated
with. I commend American Book Publishing's
philosophy and mandate to help the new author, as
well as the veteran author, to publish the very
best written word available.
I am proud to work with such a staff of professional editors.
Their commitment and perseverance are truly
inspirational to me. I am motivated on a daily
basis to help my editors achieve greatness with
their manuscripts—to help them help our authors to
create great works of fiction and non-fiction. Our
editors are so intent on helping the authors. They
speak with them, often on a daily basis, and the
synergy and energy that results knocks me off my
feet some days. I feel as though I have created a
large happy family, and that we all get to enjoy
the thing that we love—the written word. Life
could not be better!"
—Olen Letourneau, Executive at
Travel Unbound E-books
***
"I've been editing books for more than two years
now with American Book Publishing, and it's been an exciting experience. The
position allows me to delve into yet unpublished manuscripts and help them go
from infancy stage to the bestseller's list! American Book Publishing has proven
that it has the foresight to find unique, exciting writings and turn them into
books that will provide insight into many different topics. I'm happy to be part
of the process!"
—Rosemary Mastrangelo, Copyeditor
***
"American Book Publishing is determined to combine elements
of technology and creativity to build an efficient
and successful book publishing operation to be a
leading model for the industry in this new
century. ABP has been establishing a legacy of
quality and distinction since its inception
through exceptional publications. ABP
strives to surpass each author and consumers
expectations. I have been greatly inspired by the
leadership and collaboration among the
administrative staff. ABP editors encourage and
foster creativity and personal growth with their
authors. Talented ABP designers follow the authors
vision and create pleasing and award winning book
designs. I have been very pleased to work for
such a innovative and outstanding book publishing
company since it’s beginning."
—Janice Ray, IT Department
***
"As a Ph.D. and former college professor looking
to change careers, I was looking for an opportunity to indulge my love of
reading and diverse background. Holding degrees in fields ranging from
mathematics to counseling and education, my eclectic passions are continually
indulged via the editing process.
I am grateful to have found American Book
Publishing and supportive team to work with and continually expand my
knowledge. Helping authors refine their works in order to achieve excellence
gives me great pleasure and satisfaction."
—Therese Cresanti-Daknis, Editor
***
"I have spent the better part of my adult life
writing, editing, and managing writers and
editors, but I have found the two and a half years
that I have been with American Book Publishing to
be some of the most rewarding time in a long
career. Not so much financially, but in job
satisfaction. I have had the opportunity to work
with and help many beginning authors. It is very
rewarding to edit these books and to feel that my
knowledge and experience might be making a
difference in a beginning author’s career."
—Allan
G. Macpherson, Editing Director
***
"I have been working for American Book Publishing
for over 3 years. It has been a pleasure to be
able to work with so many dedicated authors. The
services provided by American Book Publishing are
truly excellent. The staff is both professional
and friendly to work with. They provide authors
with outstanding services, so that the finished
books are high quality in
both reading and design."
—Diane
Black, Book Production Manager
***
"Over the past five years I've edited and written
books for five academic publishers: Prentice Hall,
Springhouse, Lippincott, Addison-Wesley, and
Blanchard Loeb. It's a jungle out there, and
payment is a major issue with three of these
companies. The worst is Prentice Hall. I have
horror stories about trying to get paid by these
giant companies and being shuttled from one office
to the next. I had to threaten legal action
against Blanchard Loeb, and then they wouldn't
hire me again. Another problem I experienced is
buyouts. For example, over an 18 month period
Prentice Hall took over Addison Wesley, Lippincott
acquired Springhouse and Mosby, and a group of
deposed editors from Mosby formed Blanchard and
Loeb. Whenever a buyout occurs, the senior editors
I work with are fired and I have to develop new
contacts. Sometimes the new parent company won't
hire contract editors or writers, so I completely
lose out. With American Book Publishing, I like
the fact that I can speak directly to the Director
of Operations any time I have a problem. No red
tape, no bureaucracy, no buyouts.”
—Sammie Justesen, Editor Prentice Hall
***
"I would like to thank American Book Publishing
for giving me an opportunity to work in the field
that I’ve always wanted to work in. In many ways,
my job with American Book Publishing has been the
most challenging and the most rewarding of my
career. It has allowed me to gain valuable
knowledge as an editor and editing manager.
Through that experience, I have learned to resolve
problems related to quality, accuracy, and time
management of projects; liaison with other
departments to track the progress of manuscripts;
write, revise, and edit book reviews, jacket copy,
and author promotional articles; check facts
throughout assigned manuscripts, and build
friendly business relationships with authors."
—Hollie
Keith, Editor Gibbs-Smith Books
***
"I am excited by this company dedicated to promoting talented
new voices. It is refreshing for authors to
finally have a viable alternative to the
money-sucking vanity publishers or the impossible
multimillion-dollar publishing conglomerates. It
is also a wonderful opportunity for the public to
have access to originality that would otherwise be
silenced."
—Elizabeth Greenwood, Editor
***
"ABP is an exceptional company to work with, I
have been working with the production department
in formatting books for print and e-book
conversion over past last three years. ABP
requires the highest standards in the industry in
these areas, yet provides very friendly and
pleasant working relationships
to make the job non stressful and enjoyable."
—Julie Baggaley, Book
Production Manager
***
"Working as an editor for ABP
gave me a great glimpse into the publishing world
and I am happy to say it is more accessible than I had formerly thought. I
believe someday I will publish my own book through ABP. The editing process set
up by ABP really helps make a good book even better."
—Carrie Snider, Senior Editor
***
"I have always loved writing
and editing, and as an editor, both applies. I loved
the fact that each time I worked on a manuscript, I was also sharpening both my
writing/editing skills. I also enjoyed working with my author. We learned much
from each other. Overall, it was a great experience. It was wonderful to know
that I was a part of helping someone publish their book.
I plan on editing again at ABP in the near future
after I complete my graduate degree."
—Melba Blanco, Senior Editor
***
"Overall, the
editing experience was very helpful for me in
learning a little bit about how the business of
books works. It was just a little exposure but
enough to give me a more well rounded idea than
I had had before. It has been a worthwhile
experience... The best part of the experience
working for ABP has been getting a taste of
something I know I want to do with my life; work
with books."
—Laura Fortune, Editor
***
"After graduating with my BA English degree, I was
having a hard time finding a job/career where I could actually use the degree. I
was completely frustrated because I felt that I was wasting my time with jobs
that had nothing to do with what I went to school for.
One day, I decided to just give it one more go. I
did an online search and found American Book Publishing. I inquired about job
openings, and they responded immediately. I was soon accepted as a contracted
manuscript editor.
I absolutely love this company and the work that I
get to do for them. With experience at American Book Publishing on my resume, I
recently started a local full-time job as a copywriter.
Of course, I won't give up my position as an
Editor at American Book Publishing; I enjoy it too much. And still best of all,
I get to use my college degree every day with a company that is incredibly
professional and relevant."
—Charlene Dawson, Editor
***
"As we all know, breaking into the industry can be
trying and frustrating. I had to find something to do with myself until I could
finish that perfect manuscript.
As an American Book Publishing editor I am able to
remain in the industry, work closely with authors, and offer my own expertise
and knowledge on other's manuscripts. For now, I find it rewarding and
comforting to assist fellow authors on the road to success.
Hopefully I'll have the opportunity to work with
American Book Publishing on my own manuscript someday."
—Vina Lybbert, Copywriter, Screenwriter, Author
***
"American Book Publishing's services are wonderful
for authors looking to publish and gain an audience for their books.
The staff is eager to assist the author in making
sure his or her work is the best it can be and always keeps the author's best
interests in mind. For me, working for American Book Publishing is a pleasure;
it brings me satisfaction to help authors of all experience
levels perfect their work."
—Stephanie Szymanski, Editor
***
"As a Graphic Designer with over 10 years of
experience, for the past four years, I have been designing book covers for
American Book Publishing.
A dear friend of mine, also a cover designer for ABP, encouraged me to contact
the design manager. I was very interested in working for ABP and to design book
covers.
I have created some great covers and have truly enjoyed working with the diverse
subject matter, visionary authors and of course Design Manager. What an amazing
opportunity this has been for me and I look forward to more years with the ABP."
—Laura Godinho, Graphic Designer
***
"I loved it and would be delighted to
continue were it not for my eyesight. The best part was getting to know the
authors. So many write retrospectively on their lives and careers. It is a
privilege to be part of their looking back and making sense."
—Pamela Peterson, Special Cadre Editor
***
“My agent is a big-league guy out of Boston.
After a couple of years out there, I heard about
the most recent rejection from Doubleday. They
liked the book, but they said there were no Arabs
in it. If I put a turban on the main character and
renamed him Abdul, they’d take it. They were only
considering stuff with a Mideast slant to it this
year. I asked my agent to consider other
publishing markets. He said he didn’t play in the
minor leagues. I don’t consider American Book Publishing a
minor market. I have 30 years of publishing under
my belt, from beat reporter to publisher. I know
our business.”
—E.D. Easley Author of Crimes Against Commerce (Mr. Easley is a world respected
author and has been a Pulitzer Prize nominee.)
***
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