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Publishing Options at Five Star
Partnership Publishing Program (Short Run Digital Printing):
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Three plans available!
Silver Program
Gold Program
Platinum Program
Three of the major benefits of partnership publishing are that you, the author, have a say in each step of the production along the way, your book is normally published within six to eight months* of receipt of a finished manuscript and you maintain 100% of profits. whereas in a traditionally published program, the process could take two to three years, you lose editorial control and you only earn a 8-12% royalty.
This program is designed for books up to 200 pages** that have a full color cover and black and white text throughout. If your book has color illustrations or text, contact us for a quote on custom printing. Please send us a description of your book to see if it qualifies for this program. We do not accept books of the following nature: pornography.
Manuscript Evaluations are available. Because books vary considerably in their size and complexity, the fee for an evaluation can range between $150 to $1,500. A portion of this fee can be fully applied to any work we are hired to perform.
We reserve the right to accept or reject any manuscript. Please do not submit a manuscript without prior approval.
* Expedited services available - ask for a quote.
** Additional fees apply for books over 200 pages.
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Click here to find out how Partnership Publishing worked for Lynda Exley, who partnered with Five Star Publications to publish her 11-year-old son's book, The Student From Zombie Island: Conquering the Rumor Monster.
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Silver Program - Author receives 100% of the profits. This plan includes the creation of a media kit, website and a national media list that is tailored to your book. This plan does not include publicity, but we're giving you the tools and guidance to do it yourself.
Full book production - Includes cover design, minor editing, proofreading, interior design, guidance on obtaining an ISBN and back cover copy. If extensive editing is needed a separate fee will apply.
Printing - You will benefit from our 24+ years of experience in this industry. We will share with you the names of printers we have trusted over the years. This will help you avoid many of the common pitfalls when choosing and working with a printer.
Distribution - We will help you set up your own publishing company and distribution channels.
Fees starting at $7,500. Call 1-866-471-0777 for a custom quote. Publicity and marketing available for an additional fee.
Gold Program - Author receives 100% of the profits. The Gold Plan includes three months of publicity. After the terms of the agreement are up ongoing publicity will be charged at a monthly rate.
- Optional: Social Networking services (MySpace, FaceBook, Twitter, etc.).
- Marketing co-opportunities available from $99 plus travel, hotel, food, etc. (Example: Book Expo America, trade shows, etc.)
Full book production - Includes cover design, minor editing, proofreading, interior design, guidance on obtaining an ISBN and back cover copy. If extensive editing is needed a separate fee will apply.
Printing - You will benefit from our 24+ years of experience in this industry. We will share with you the names of printers we have trusted over the years. This will help you avoid many of the common pitfalls when choosing and working with a printer.
Distribution - We will help you set up your own publishing company and distribution channels.
Fees starting at $12,000. Call 1-866-471-0777 for a custom quote.
Platinum Program - Author receives a 100% of profits. The Platinum Plan includes six months of publicity. Includes the above services and the services below. Please call 1-866-471-0777 for a custom quote.
Media Kit Development - To generate maximum exposure for your book, you must grab the attention of the media who will promote it. Gaining the media's attention in a world where they are inundated with requests for coverage requires creativity and skill.
Five Star will design and produce a dynamic media kit that garners attention. Our exciting designs and marketing copy grabs the attention of editors and producers and often results in interviews and/or book reviews. Our media kit consists of:
- A one-page news release (Gold)
- An author bio sheet (Gold)
- A fact sheet for interviewers (Gold)
- 25-word/50-word/100-word descriptions of your book that serve as blurbs or for copy for search engines (Gold)
- A media/sales postcard (Gold)
- Custom mini-website and domain name purchase (Gold)
Publicity and Marketing -
- Printing of 20 Advance Review Copies to be sent to select members of the media, according to the topic of your book and follow-up.
- Pitch 50 top newspaper, radio, and magazine editors and producers and follow-up. Five Star agrees to pay for the printing of media requested review copies and the author pays for actual shipping charges.
- Full featured listings (where appropriate) at www.AuthorsandExperts.com, www.SchoolBookings.com and www.FiveStarPress.com.
- Marketing and promotion on the Internet.
- Localized event coverage when the author travels.
- Your book displayed at BookExpo America.
- Submission to book awards, where appropriate.
Optional Services -
- Write, design and print bookmarks, posters, flyers, banners, retractable banners, postcards and promotional items, etc.
- Submit your books for possible books awards - entry fees are separate.
- Create a logo / letterhead package.
Call for a custom quote.
While Five Star cannot guarantee specific public relations placements, our track record speaks for itself. Our skilled efforts have resulted in coverage in prominent media, including TVLand.com, CNN.com, BBC London, CBC Marketplace (Canadian Broadcast System), 60 Minutes, FOX News, Ladies Home Journal, The Wall Street Journal, Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine, Penn & Teller, AARP, Phoenix Home and Garden, the Associated Press, US Air magazine, Publishers Weekly, Choice, Small Press, Library Journal, School Library Journal, The Denver Post, The Arizona Republic, Florida-Times Union, Canadian Jewish News, NEA Today, the Midwest Book Review, C-Span2, Book TV, the Howard Stern Show, Playgirl Magazine, the Dr. Toni Grant Show, Booklist, Cowboys & Indians Magazine, New Mexico Magazine and many more.
Please visit the following links to view samples of books that have participated in our Partnership Publishing programs:
www.VincentBeach.com
www.HenrysDaughter.com
www.FortuneinYourHand.com
www.CookingWithMax.com
www.ZombieIslandBooks.com
www.LeadershipUnbound.com
www.IJustAm.org
www.AsthmaandMe.com (coming soon page)
www.TouretteSyndromeBook.com
www.AlfiesBarkMitzvah.com
www.JoansKosherKitchen.com
Several of our books have recently won national awards:
2008 Reader Views Literary Award for Best Children's Book (ages 7 and older)
2007 AAA India Excellence Finalist for History
2007 National Best Books for History: Military
2007 Glyph Award for Best Popular Fiction
2007 Glyph Award for Best Gift Book
2007 National Parenting Publications Award - Honors
2007 National Parenting Publications Award - Honors
2005 Glyph Awards (ABPA) Best Humor Book
The ASPCA Henry Bergh Children's Book Award
NFPW - 1st Place Books - Inspirational
NFPW - 1st Place in PR
AACE Citations for Career Education Initiatives
National Association of Independent Publishers - Excellence of Content
Our marketing materials have also won several first place awards
Endorsements:
Hi Linda, I just finished the newsletter and congratulations on all the awards! It says a tremendous amount about Five Star! Oh, Linda, why didn't I take your advice and how I wish I would have published Lilly with you! I went with a different publisher. At first, I was very happy with everything. But now that the project is done, the check is long cashed, I have 3k copies of a book sitting in a warehouse. I have great success when I get out of work and make some school visits but other than that….
The publisher listed me with Ingram, great but not what they said they would do…present to book buyers etc. Barnes and Noble turned me down for in store distribution, has me on the website, Amazon, etc. is all listed.
My problem and question to you….do you have any suggestions for selling this round of books? I am looking perhaps to wholesale them to someone. Just to cover my expenses. I'm sure this is the age old questions, how do we sell them, but wondering if you know of any liquidation avenues.
I feel terrible asking you for help, my publisher should be helping me! Any advice? Thank you!
Scott Jones
Author of The Lilly Adventures!
Last year Larry Corbett and I went through an extensive process to select a publisher for our book. We talked with fifteen and selected Five Star for many reasons. First, Linda's personal attention to detail and introduction plan. Second, her efforts to ensure a high quality edition and a very clear message to potential readers. Third, Linda's personality of "can do" attitude and great customer satisfaction. Fourth, her most cost-effective printing and editing effort.
Months later we are delighted with our choice. Linda continues to meet or exceed all of our expectations. I am eager to enjoy the results of our partnership with an outstanding person and publisher.
My best regards,
Jerre Stead
Former Chairman and CEO
Ingram Micro
Want to know what other folks have had to say about working with Five Star during the past twenty years? Please visit our testimonial page at http://www.fivestarpublications.com/test.php.
To Publish or Not to Publish
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You've put a lot of time and effort into your book. Make certain the final product is what you envisioned, and then maximize your marketing opportunities.
Call us at 480-940-8182 or toll-free at 1-866-471-0777, use our contact form, or
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Once you contact us, we'll be pleased to provide a proposal tailored to your specific project. Since every project is different in scope and needs, your time frames and costs will be handled on an individual basis.
New! Five Star Publications is proud to offer a valuable new resource for authors interested in self publishing. Called StarTracks, this free resource column (newsletter) is made up of articles written by authors with considerable experience in publishing.
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