Book Publishing

Book Publishing Services for New Authors

Turn Your Manuscript Into a Published Book: With the Right Team Behind You

Writing a book takes courage, dedication, and countless hours of hard work. Getting it published should not feel like a second full-time job. At Ashford Publishing House, we offer professional book publishing services that guide authors from first submission to global distribution with an experienced editorial team managing every step of the process. Submit your manuscript today and let us recommend the smartest path forward for your book

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Your Path to Publication

Every manuscript submitted to Ashford Publishing House undergoes a tailored review process where our editorial team assesses its strengths and plans the path to publication without unnecessary stages. The journey from manuscript to distributed book is focused and professional.

Publishing Strategy

No two authors have the same goals, and no two books follow the same path. Our editorial team reviews your manuscript, listens to your vision, and recommends a publishing strategy tailored specifically to your work. Whether you are writing commercial fiction, narrative non-fiction, a business title, or a children's book, we ensure your manuscript is positioned correctly and submitted through the channels most likely to give it a genuine chance at success.

Not sure if your manuscript is ready? Submit it anyway. Part of what we do is assess where your work stands and what it needs.

Amazon Book Publishing

Amazon is the world's largest book marketplace, and getting your listing right makes all the difference. Once your manuscript has been reviewed, edited, and prepared for publication, we manage the complete setup across our partner platforms, including interior formatting, cover preparation, category selection, keyword placement, and listing optimisation. The goal is simple: making sure your book reaches the readers who are actively looking for it.

Book Proposals & Queries

A strong manuscript deserves a strong introduction. Before your book is submitted anywhere, we help you build a professional manuscript prospectus, a clear, compelling presentation of your book's premise, audience, and market positioning. This document gives our editorial team everything they need to conduct a thorough assessment of your work and forms the foundation of every submission we make on your behalf.

Agent Outreach

The right literary agent can open doors that are otherwise closed. Once our editorial team has reviewed and refined your manuscript, we identify the most relevant agents for your book's genre and market and connect your work with the right publishing avenues. Every connection we make is purposeful, no scattergun submissions, no wasted opportunities. Just targeted outreach designed to get your manuscript in front of the people who can take it further.

Publisher Submissions

Submitting to publishers is a detailed, technical process, and getting it wrong can cost you a serious opportunity. Ashford Publishing House manages the full submission process on your behalf. Once your manuscript meets our editorial standard, we handle all formatting requirements, cover letter preparation, and submission logistics, ensuring your book enters the publishing process exactly as it should: professionally presented and impossible to overlook.

We handle the publishing side so you can focus on being an author.

Launch Planning

Publishing a book is a milestone, and launching it effectively is a strategy. We create your publication timeline, coordinate distribution to partner marketplaces and libraries, and set the stage for your book to reach its audience from day one. Authors published by Ashford Publishing House can also be featured among our titles and recognized in the Ashford Hall of Fame, a select record of authors and stories we're proud to publish.

Our Work

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Published Authors

Client Success Stories

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Greg Odoglu

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Cheryl Joanne

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Susan Yeates

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Blonde on Board

David

David

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Traditional publishing involves submitting your manuscript to a publisher who handles editing, design, printing, and distribution. Self-publishing gives you full control over the process, from editing to marketing, and you retain all rights and royalties.

Timelines vary depending on the publishing path. Traditional publishing can take 1-2 years from acceptance to release. Self-publishing can be completed in 3-6 months depending on the complexity of your project.

For traditional publishing with major publishers, a literary agent is typically required. For independent or hybrid publishing, an agent is not necessary. We can help you determine the best approach for your goals.

We support publishing in all major formats including paperback, hardcover, eBook (Kindle, ePub), and audiobook. We help you choose the right formats based on your target audience.

Costs vary widely depending on services needed. Contact us for a personalized quote based on your specific project requirements and publishing goals.

Yes. With self-publishing and most hybrid models, you retain full ownership and rights to your work. We ensure your interests are protected throughout the process.

Ready to Submit? Here Is How to Start

Send us your manuscript, and our editorial team will take it from there. We will give you an honest assessment, a clear recommendation, and a publishing process you can follow from first draft to finished book.

If that is you, we are ready when you are.

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