Publishing Process – publishersofnewyork.com

Our Publishing Process

From manuscript
to published book.

A clear path. Expert guidance.
A book the world can’t ignore.

Publishing a book is a journey. We’re here to make it collaborative, transparent, and rewarding, every step of the way.

Editorial Consideration

We begin by understanding your story.

You submit your manuscript or book idea. Our editorial team reviews it and shares thoughtful feedback along with recommendations for next steps.

What’s Included

Editorial review & feedback
Market potential assessment
Recommendations call (optional)

Publishing Plan

A customized roadmap for your book.

We create a tailored publishing plan based on your goals, timeline, and budget, detailing the editorial, production, distribution, and marketing services you need.

What’s Included

Service selection
Timeline & milestones
Investment outline

Agreement & Onboarding

We make it official.

We finalize the publishing agreement and onboard you to our author portal, where we’ll manage your project from start to finish.

What’s Included

Publishing agreement
Project onboarding
Dedicated project manager

Design & Production

Professional. Polished. Powerful.

Our design team creates a compelling cover and a beautifully formatted interior that meets industry and retail standards.

Services

Cover design (print, eBook, audiobook)
Interior formatting (print & eBook)
Typesetting & layout

Proofing & Approval

Every detail matters.

You review the final files for content accuracy, design, and formatting. We refine until everything is perfect.

What’s Included

Proof rounds
Final approvals
Print & digital quality checks

Distribution Setup

Your book, everywhere.

We set up your book for global distribution across all major platforms and retailers.

Services

ISBN & barcode
Metadata, categories & keywords
Distribution to Amazon, Barnes & Noble, IngramSpark, Apple Books, Kobo & more

Publication & Launch

Make your debut count.

We publish your book and execute a strategic launch plan to create visibility, build momentum, and drive early sales.

Marketing & Launch Services

Pre-launch strategy & timeline
ARC management
Press release & media outreach
Book trailer & teaser assets
Social media graphics & content calendar
Amazon Ads & promotional campaigns

Ongoing Support

A partner for the long run.

Our relationship doesn’t end at launch. We provide ongoing marketing support and help you grow your readership.

Ongoing Services

Ongoing marketing & advertising
Audiobook production & distribution
Author website & branding
Long-term career guidance

ADDITIONAL SERVICES TO ELEVATE YOUR BOOK

Audiobook Production

Full production and distribution across audio platforms.

Book Marketing

Paid ads, social media campaigns & audience development.

Author Branding

Websites, author bios, visual identity & professional branding.

Book Trailers

Cinematic trailers that capture attention and drive curiosity.

A+ Content

Enhanced content that elevates your Amazon book page.

Translations

Reach new readers with professional translation services.

TYPICAL TIMELINE

Most projects are completed in 8–16 weeks depending on the scope and services selected.

Shorter projects: 6–8 weeks
Standard projects: 8–12 weeks
Complex projects: 12–16+ weeks

Timelines are discussed during the planning phase.

WHAT YOU’LL PROVIDE

Your vision, your story, and your collaboration.

Your manuscript or idea
Feedback & approvals during the process
Author bio & photos
Active communication

We’ll guide you at every step.

WHAT WE HANDLE

The expertise, the execution, and the details.

Editorial, design & production
Distribution & metadata
Marketing & launch
Technical setup & compliance

We handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on your next story.

YOUR RIGHTS. ALWAYS.

You retain full ownership of your book and your rights.

100% ownership of your work
You keep 100% of your royalties
Transparent terms
No hidden fees

Your book. Your legacy.
Our job is to help it shine.