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Publish my book: self-publishing services that leave you in control
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How do I publish my book and keep my rights?
You can publish your book and keep every right and royalty by self-publishing with a service company that charges a fee instead of taking a share of your income.
That is how Defining Moments Press works. Its self-publishing services cover formatting, interior and cover design, marketing and a launch to bestseller, with distribution in 87 countries using major publishers. There are no hidden fees, and you can order copies at cost direct from the provider.
What are self-publishing services?
Self-publishing services are the professional work a traditional publisher would normally do, sold to the author as a service: formatting, design, distribution and marketing. The author stays the owner. Defining Moments Press believes self-publishing is not only an option but the best option for nonfiction authors, because it avoids waiting years, giving up creative control and handing over royalties to a publisher that may not market the book.
What is included when Defining Moments Press publishes your book?
The Author Launch service is for authors who already wrote a book and need help publishing and launching it. It includes:
- Formatting for ebook and print
- Interior book design
- Cover design
- Book marketing
- Launch to bestseller
- Access to the author Facebook group
If you have not written the book yet, the Author Training and Author Premium packages include all of the above plus coaching or ghostwriting. See every package on the Defining Moments Press services page.
Self-publishing with a service versus doing it alone
| Task | On your own | With Defining Moments Press |
|---|---|---|
| Formatting and design | Learn tools or hire freelancers | Included in Author Launch |
| Cover | Hire a designer | Included |
| Launch | Plan it yourself | Launch to bestseller |
| Rights and royalties | Yours | Yours |
| Author copies | Platform pricing | At cost, direct from the provider |
How to apply to publish with Defining Moments Press
- Book a free call and complete the short application.
- Hear back by email within 2 business days. Check spam or promotions if you do not see it.
- Talk with an acquisition editor about your idea, reader and business goals.
- Learn whether your book is a good fit and which package suits it.
Defining Moments Press only accepts authors it feels it can help succeed. Comparing options first? Read our guide to book publishing companies for new authors or return to the book coaching services overview.
Common questions
- How do I publish my book if it is already written?
- Defining Moments Press offers Author Launch, a done-for-you service for authors who already wrote a book. It includes formatting, book design, cover design, book marketing, a launch to bestseller and access to the author Facebook group. Book a free call to see whether your manuscript is ready. More in the FAQ
- Do I keep the rights to my book?
- Yes. With Defining Moments Press you keep all rights and all royalties. The company is paid a fee for its service instead of taking a share of your book income, and you can order copies of your book at cost direct from the provider. More in the FAQ
- Is self-publishing better than a traditional publisher?
- Defining Moments Press believes self-publishing is the best option for most nonfiction authors. Its view is that traditional publishing can mean waiting about 2 years, giving up creative control and most royalties, and still doing your own marketing. Traditional publishing can suit authors who want an advance and bookstore placement and can wait. More in the FAQ
- Are there hidden fees with Defining Moments Press?
- Defining Moments Press states there are no hidden fees. It is paid a fee for its service, authors keep all rights and royalties, and authors can order copies of their book at cost direct from the provider. The exact package fee is discussed on the free call, so ask for a written list of what is included. More in the FAQ
- Do you work with authors outside the United States?
- Yes. Defining Moments Press, Inc is a US-based company that works with authors all over the world. It says books can be published in 87 countries using major publishers, and its application form accepts phone numbers from countries worldwide. More in the FAQ
- Does everyone get accepted?
- No. Defining Moments Press says it only accepts authors it feels it can help succeed. All applicants receive an email reply within 2 business days, and if you do not see it, check your spam or promotions folder. On the call, an acquisition editor tells you whether your book is a good fit. More in the FAQ