“First thing I wanted to
write you about is, how such a great job, Jana Rade, in design has been doing
for me. She has always written me back very quickly. I also wanted you to know
that J. L Goldsworthy, my editor for my last book, 'Trail of Broken Chains,'
was very professional, and within four months has edited my manuscript.
You may be aware of my second
book, is now being designed by your great staff. A few revisions, as Iwrite you now. I know they will come up with great design as they did
with my first book cover.I
now want to ask you about my third manuscript, that is finished. It is called,
'Two Brothers, Two Wars, One Valley, I will not look for another publisher. I
hope to be with you and American Book for years to come.”
"The
editing of my book, The Butcher, done by American Book Publishing, was
excellent. My developmental editor, Catherine Donaldson, was very thoughtful
and conscientious in her editing. The cover design of my book, The Butcher,
done by Jana Rade of American Book Publishing, was outstanding. The sinister
image chosen, combined with the almost entirely black background, created a
chilling effect that exceeded my expectations. American Book Publishing
provides a valuable alternative outlet to the big time publishers, who might
not be receptive to unknown authors."
"My experience with American Book is one I
will not forget. I enjoyed the banter of thoughts with my editor. I feel her
guidance resulted in a better portrayal of the ideas presented in the book.
The cover created to represent the book is ideal. In one picture, American
Book summarized the concept it took me thousands of words to try and
paint."
"I am
very pleased with the final product, especially the front
and back covers and the size of the print. It is easily readable. If
looks great! I was not surprised when family and friends said they
were impressed with it but complete strangers with no particular interest in
economic development said that it is "a fantastic cover and they can't wait to
read the book". I showed it to the Executive Director of Persons With
Disabilities Partnership today and she says it will be required reading for
all their members."
"American Book Publishing has helped me through a great learning experience.
It has taught me a lot about the book publishing process. Without them I would not have had the chance to publish my book and present it to the world in such a professional manner.
The editing process was a breeze thanks to my editor Angela Hayes, who was always on her job and promptly returned my e-mails. She also brought certain things to my attention that I would not have otherwise considered. I am very happy with the creative flare of the graphics team and the art work of the book cover. Excellent !!!!!! I am very impressed and would recommend American Book Publishing to all up and coming authors."
"The Matrix of Existence will be the most enthralling, provocative and controversial book that you will ever read. It is page after page of mind-numbing profoundness that illustrates how your reality is anything but what is taught and accepted.
Your way of marketing books is a proven successful path."
"I found my editor to be very cordial and responded promptly to my questions and concerns...
The design people provided excellent service and we quickly were able to settle on a
marvelous cover for my book. They also were very responsive which expedited this phase of the book.
"
"As a new author I have agonized over how to
surmount the barriers to publication in the world of fiction. ABP provides an organization of respected editors, publicists and book
designers that have ably assisted me on my writer’s journey.
ABP has provided the
tools and incentives to build and implement a successful book and promotion
plan. Ultimately, once a book is in print and the promotion plan is endorsed
it is the author’s responsibility to execute a successful media campaign,
which might just possibly catapult them onto a bestseller list.
Every book is unique and how the promotion is
approached depends on an infinite number of variables.
ABP
has helped provide and motivate me to formulate a path of choices through the
pyramid from the bottom to the top – if executed properly should present me
the prize I’m looking for."
"I have had a great experience working
with America Book on the publishing of my book, Jeff Jinxed Me. My editor is
fabulous and she is still working with me. She is always professional and very
knowledgeable in her field of editing. I am blessed to have worked with her She
designed my web page and set it up and she is currently helping with the news
releases.
The people in the design department made the
cover of my book outstanding. I gave them a few ideas and they created a cover
which is unique and eye catching. Just what I was envisioning but couldn't
create on my own.
I would like to thank everyone at American
Book for this opportunity to publish my book and look forward to my journey of
marketing. A fabulous company and I would recommend them to anyone interested
in publishing their book."
“Thanks a lot for your
patience and also for the beautiful finishing touch you put on 'Go to the
Ant.' I have gone through the content of the book as well as the cover. All
seemed to be all right and satisfactory.”
"I would like to comment that working with American Book Publishing has been a wonderful experience so far. I have enjoyed every worthwhile minute working with my editor Mandy Lind.
She has taught me so much about the entire editing process and has turned my book from a raw, unstructured scroll to an excellent and professional manuscript that I can be proud of.
The book cover design is a delight, the outcome of which that I could not have imagined.
Jana Rade and her magnificent design team did an absolutely terrific job that is sure to make my book eye catching and stand out on the book store shelves.
I look forward to working with Jeff and his team in the promotion and marketing of my book and I know that he will do an equally fine job in marketing my book as everyone else at American Book Publishing has provided for me in getting my book published."
"I
would have to say that my experience with American Book has been great- The
design team could not have pictured my idea any better than they did, it was a
perfect cover. I am still in the process of trying to figure all
the promotional stuff out, but that department has been great to get back to
me with answers to my questions.
My editor Leslie Sellers was wonderful to work with.
They worked with me from the beginning of the contract to get my vision, and I
really appreciate American Book and all their help!"
"We don’t have enough good things to say about the design team at ABP. Jana Rade was very receptive to ideas and responded promptly when we had questions. She and her team designed a cover for Flashback that was a thousand times better than anything we imagined.
Allan Macpherson was also very helpful and a wonderful resource. We weren’t the easiest authors to deal with, but he always answered our questions very promptly and courteously.
So far Jan has been helpful and prompt at responding and we look forward to working with her more in the future.
Thank you for this opportunity to do this."
—Kate Kinsel & Jennifer Maughan
Author of Flashback
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"Thus far my experience with American Book has
been good. The final stages have been lengthy at times, but I feel some of
my anxieties have been because of my own impatience. The majority of your
staff has been very helpful during the process and I look forward to continuing the relationship with Jan."
"One thing stands out in my dealings with American Book Publishing. These
good people allow the author to feel that his or her input is crucial even after 'The End' has been applied to his manuscript. The editing process was
thorough, intense and yielded a smoother, more focused narrative. Were editorial changes autocratically dictated? Emphatically NO! My editor made
suggestions - suggestions that were discussed, modified and mutually acceptable. First and foremost in the editing process was the readability
and the integrity of the story. My input was sought in cover design to such an extent that one of my photos was used as the cover art! I am sure this
kind of accommodation is never made at other publishers. I do not feel as if I put my book up for adoption with the folks at ABP, I remained part of
its upbringing. How great is that? How priceless to the author's peace of mind?"
"The people at American Book have done a more than
satisfactory job in bringing my book to life. My most heartfelt thanks are to
Lisa Cooper, who, more than anyone else, paid careful attention to the
stories, and helped me to draw out some of the most compelling narratives and
portraits of the courageous men and women I interviewed.
I am grateful for her talents as an Editor as well as her
judgments in which portions of the book were more and less beneficial to the
final product. I would also like to thank Jana Rade for her attention to the
details I specified in regards to the back cover design, and Jan Judd, for her
encouragement in my publicity planning."
"In the acknowledgements page of my book, I
thank ABP for believing in my work enough to take a substantial risk to bring it
to market. I fail however to thank them for their professionalism and commitment
to excellence. My book cover design, for example, blew me away. It far exceeded
my expectations. I also address my relationship with my editor, Kelly Rutt. I
say that she, “turned a sow’s ear into a silk purse”. It is an accurate
representation of what happened. Her insight and considerable skills were
invaluable to the process. Any success my book enjoys will be as much her doing
as mine. She was a wonderful partner. ABP is a new authors dream come
true!"
"From the beginning of my contact with American Book Publishing, when I approached them as an unknown writer, and through the entire editing and production process, ABP has been
consistently professional, courteous. considerate, straightforward and easy to deal with. Every person I had contact with was friendly and supportive. The ABP team knows what they are doing as a company and this is reflected in the way each individual treats others.
My editor, especially, was an indispensable creative partner in the production of the book we were working on. Her knowledge and kindness showed exceptional qualities not only as an editor but also as a colleague. I believe American Book Publishing places enormous value on their human resources and that the quality of the work they do is high and rewarding."
“I
just loved my editor to pieces. She stayed in constant contact, her advice
and/or corrections were always right on target, and I could tell that she
really cared about the books she was editing.Besides working so hard, she was also very personable, making me feel
very comfortable to have her editing my book.”
"Par
Excellence, that is what American
Book Publishing has been during my journey of discovery
on the process of publishing my book, Soaring On Clipped Wings. There is so
much to be impressed with about the formation and development of American-book.comI am awed by the fortitude,
foresight and sheer hard work that ABP has incorporated in bringing
together all of the elements that makes a successful venture.From the dedication to me, as a person, to the level of knowledge on
the steps that an author needs to take to develop a successful book project,
the wealth of experience that is embodied by both management and staff of
American Book has served as a restorer of dreams in my trek to be a published
author.
My
editor Sheila, has been salt and light to me.In more ways than what could be expected of a typical
author/editor relationship Sheila has guided, impressed, motivated, inspired
and caused me to adjust my thinking on matters of greatest importance when
I've "over thought" my concerns. Shehas preserved the integrity of the work I attempted to do by shedding
light on how my intents were not being met by what I had written.As a first-time novelist, I appreciated her awareness of when to coddle
and when to coax, then when to be firm and resolute on how I presented my
writing.Her level of skill in
reordering, restructuring and presentation of passages in my work
has been a defining factor in Soaring On Clipped Wings.Her dedication to working with me during times of upheaval on a
personal level is something that money can't buy.It's something that is embodied within one's soul and in Sheila's case
it is the salt and light that has made my development as a published author
possible.She is truly the best editor that this author could have ever imagined.
American Book Publishing
is a progressive publishing house
with a stance that places it on the cutting edge of change for the entire
publishing industry. With great enthusiasm, I offer my skills and
participation as an editor because I feel good about the company's vision
and the sense of camaraderie that accompanies its methods of attaining
that vision."
"I have been so thankful to be associated with American Book. My experience has far surpassed my expectations from beginning to the end.
Marti Lucich was a dream to work with. She treated me with the utmost respect, patience and understanding throughout the entire editing process.
I feel like the most fortunate
author in America to have you as my publisher. Thank you again, and I will go to great lengths to make my work something you at American Books will be proud of."
"Becky
assigned us the best editor ever in Abigail! She picked up immediately the
tone and intent of the book and turned it from so to a best seller... Thumbs
up Abigail. I'm so impressed with you and I haven't even met you
yet."
(About
her editor) “You were very good at explaining. Haven't been offended at all
by your comments, in fact just the opposite. You had me so excited last night
that I couldn't sleep. To me, that's a great job on your part.”
"My book was a labor of love based on family stories and my own personal experiences while growing up. Covering a period from 1920 - 1948 in a small Pennsylvania Dutch community, the terminology used in the book was that of the time and area. Jennifer Brenner, my assigned editor,
questioned some of this and together we re-wrote and explained where needed so the younger generation could appreciate times past.
I am thankful for having the opportunity of working with Jenn. She did an excellent job.
The cover designed by Jana Rade was a masterpiece obviously created by a professional. The overgrown closed door was perfect depicting a past era that could not be changed. The colors were magnificent. Thanks, Jana."
“I LOVED my editing
process. I think I am a better writer today because of it. I also LOVED my
editor.She was attentive to my
story, respectful of my wishes, courteous with her criticism, and made my
story all the better. We are still friends--we email regularly.I know that I will keep in touch with her for a long time.”
"Editing:
It was a pleasure to work with Lou Belcher and Allan Macpherson. They are both
professional and personable. The whole editing process was arranged in
reasonable steps and handled well. I am truly thankful for a wonderful job.
Design:
I didn't think it would be possible to equal the editing department, but Jana
Rade and her design department were truly amazing. Jana designed my website as
well, and she is a pleasure to work with. All of these people are extremely
helpful, quick to reply, and full of great ideas. ABP has some incredible
people."
"The editing Department of American Book was very patient with me, and as I reflect on the e-mails I sent the editor assigned to my project, I have no idea where he got the
patience to deal with me. The design department artfully created a cover that will move this book in the hands of everyone who sees it . The Promotion and Marketing department we are excited about and look forward in continued joint team work in getting this new book in the hands of every American who wishes to prevent crime and terrorist attack in our communities.
My Partner (Anthony S. Petti) and I (James R White Jr) are very happy we signed on with your
American Book Publishing, and we hope they will not be sorry with the time you have spent with us.
They told us in the beginning it would be a wonderful experience and a short journey to gain a good
quality book that all of us would be proud of, and you were truly right about that. We thank
all of the staff and wish them a very happy, healthy, and successful life now, and for many years to come. We would recommend
their services to anyone interested in publishing their book. They would never regret that move!"
"Everybody at American Book has been wonderful to work
with. My editor, Arnold Friedman, did a fantastic job.
He had great insight into how to improve the book and he
was a great cheerleader. Jana Rade did the design on the
book cover and she came up with a winner. It is very
professional!"
"Thanks
to Terri Rehkop. Her notes and comments were so instrumental in having the
first draft prepared to go to the publisher for consideration. She also caught
several discrepancies that completely got by me. Also thanks to Jennifer
Dixon, my editor."
"There
are not words that cannot do poetic justice to the way that American Book
Publishing led me through the dark and brought the real creativity that was
lurking inside of me out.My
editor was definitely the polishing cloth that brought the luster out of my
first work “A Diamond in the Rough”. Without her guidance my descriptive
imagination would not be on paper. She was never discouraging.
As
for the Design department, all I can so is “fabulous”, I told them what I
like, the colors, and an idea and viola, it was exactly what I had in picture
in my mind.Even though I
had been in the editing stage, seeing that cover made feel like its really
going to happen, no longer a dream. Thank you American-Book for making my
novel a reality."
"American
Book Publishing has been a true partner to the author in bringing to fruition
"War and Redemption-A Civil War Tale". Starting with their selection
of my novel as worthy of their effort, ABP has provided expert guidance and
support through every phase of the process. The competence and professionalism
of the ABP staff has been exceeded only by the speed with which they have
brought the manuscript to a finished book, and by the unfailing courtesy and
patience they have shown the author throughout the process.
The step-by-step guidance promised in the comprehensive Author Guide provided
to the author was executed with skill and grace by the ABP staff. The assigned
editor, Soumitro Das, provided a guiding hand through the refinement of the
manuscript. With penetrating analysis of the manuscript, he raised issues and
made suggestions that improved the clarity of the story. The copy editors, the
Voelkers, were especially astute in fine-tuning the story's dialog, and making
suggestions that enhanced the flow of the narrative.
Jana Rade provided the author every opportunity to participate in the creation
of the book cover, and designer Rae Siebels created a cover just right for the
book - its elegant simplicity is striking and eye catching. It is uniquely
suited to the novel's story, with perfect combination of graphics and colors
to instantly appeal to the target audience. Finally, Jan Judd has been most
helpful in providing the information and support needed to develop an
effective book promotion plan and overall business plan.
Please accept my thanks for assigning such a fine team of professionals to
support me throughout this past year."
"Thank
you for informing me that my book has gone to the printer. I have so much to
rave about ABP. My editor, Staci Mildenberger has been a true professional and
extremely helpful as well encouraging. Jana Rade has been very helpful as
well. In fact, the entire ABP staff has been very pleasant to work with. I am
very satisfied with the level of attention I've been given and with the level
of professionalism that has been shown to my book.
In all, my experience with ABP has been great and I truly appreciate
everyone's effort!"
"The entire process has been impressive, from editing through the marketing stages, which I am moving into now. My editor, Kera Washburn, was terrific to work with. She was someone who understood the message of the book and worked to enhance the story line and bring it to life. She was professional, insightful, and most importantly, understanding and helpful.
I have been equally impressed in all other aspects. I couldn’t have asked for a better design. It captured the essence of the book and brought to life the images I had in my head. The ability for me to have input was nice. Throughout the process I knew there was a plan and felt that ABP was as interested in my book as I was. I was never made to feel cast aside or unimportant when I asked questions and any correspondence was always friendly and helpful. It is always exciting for a writer to see his/her work published. ABP has made the whole process and exciting and impressive one."
“ABP--I'm very much appreciative for all the helpful tips I received from
your staff during the editing and production phase of my book. as fate would
have it, this period turned out to be an especially difficult one for me. I
had illness as well as death of some beloved family members--resulting in
extreme grief that I had to deal with at the time.
So
as you might imagine it became increasingly difficult to stay focused on the
task at hand. But thankfully ABP kept me on target--guiding me through with
detailed instructions as to what had to be done to bring my project full
circle.
I
have published other books through other companies so I entered this venture
having preconceived notions as to what I could expect regarding such. But
ABP completely dispelled the negative connotations I'd acquired through my
previous experiences attempting to commerce in the publishing arena.
No
matter what, I do appreciate the editors and book design team for working
with me so closely on this project. It was a very enjoyable experience and I
look forward to doing so again. Hence, I would like to offer my sincere
gratitude and thanks to ABP!”
American
Book Publishing publishes the highest number and percentage of satisfied
author references in the book publishing history. Over 250 author references
(each with the author's own comments, full name, book title and a store
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