For the words
you carried this far.
First, the person. Then, the publishing.
Who are you?
You may be writing between meetings, after everyone is asleep, or in the little space life leaves you. You have carried the idea this far. There is room here to ask what it could become.
Before we talk about publishing
Where are you in your story?
Choose the sentence that feels closest. It is a place to begin, and it can change. Choose the sentence that sounds most like you. It is a starting point, not a commitment. (slash the sounds and write feels on top ; a remark on commitment saying can change.)
Real stories.
Someone else has stood here, too.
The doubts before sharing a draft. The relief of a useful conversation. Read an author's account of the work behind their book.
“Some endings are the beginning of you.”
Nishita Sharma · Last Love Letter
A little less “what now?”
You should know who to ask.
Publishing brings a lot of decisions. Your Publishing Coach helps you understand the options. Once the project begins, your Publishing Manager coordinates the agreed work and keeps the next step clear.
- Start with youTell us about the book, your questions and what you hope to do with it.
- Agree on the pathReview the work, costs, responsibilities and approvals in your written proposal.
- Make it togetherWork through the agreed milestones, with space for feedback at each stage.
For readers, too
Every book has a person behind it.
Find a story to spend time with, then meet the person who wrote it. Our bookshelf brings books, author journeys and thoughtful reading together.
Business & Technology
Technology Innovation
By Ajit Balakrishnan
Memoir
Brush With Destiny
By Kuldeep Mansukhani
Pets & Animals
The ABC of Pet Grooming
By Radhiya Hemchandra Yashodhara
Nothing too small to ask
The questions you might be carrying.
You can ask in your own words. You don't need publishing language to begin.
Can’t find your question?
Ask us in your own wordsDo I need a finished manuscript?
No. You can talk to us with an idea, notes, an unfinished draft or a published book. Tell us where you are, and we can discuss the work that would help next.
Find your starting pointWhat if I’m not sure my story is worth telling?
Start with why it matters to you and who you imagine reading it. A conversation can help you find a direction, even while the idea is still taking shape.
Talk about your ideaHow much does publishing with InkScribe cost?
The right scope depends on your manuscript, editing, design, formats, distribution, marketing scope and support needs.
See prices and inclusionsWill editing change my voice?
Editing should help a reader follow your words more clearly. Discuss your voice, the kind of feedback you want and the approval process before work begins. Different editing services address different needs.
Understand the editing optionsWhat happens to my rights, royalties and files?
Ask for the rights granted, royalty calculation, payment schedule, file handover and exit terms in writing. These depend on your agreement. We can walk through the proposed terms before you decide.
Ask about your agreementHow long does it take to publish a book?
The schedule depends on the manuscript, revision work, design, formats and approvals. A finished draft and an early idea need different timelines. Agree on milestones after the work has been scoped.
See the stagesDoes distribution mean my book will be in every bookshop?
No. Being available to order through a retailer or distributor is different from physical shelf placement. Check the named channels, territories and print arrangements included in your proposal.
Explore publishing and distributionCan you promise sales or a return on my investment?
No. Publishing and promotion can help a book reach readers, but sales and returns vary. Ask what work will be done, how it will be measured and when the plan will be reviewed.
See how author journeys differCan I get help with just one part?
Yes, start by telling us what you need help with: a manuscript review, editing, design or a launch plan. We can discuss a focused scope before you consider a larger publishing package.
Find the help you needWhat happens after I contact you?
We read your note and help arrange the right conversation. We’ll ask about your book and goals, explain possible next steps and discuss a written proposal if you would like to continue.
Send us a noteNo perfect pitch required