How to self publish the easy way – What we will do for you:

All files SENT to us for book printing services only are checked professionally, saved as PDF files and then sent to you for inspection – free of charge before placing to print as part of our service.

We will send you a written summary including suggestions for improvement if your files are not print ready.

We will also provide a quote for the adjustments needed if you cannot complete the adjustments yourself.

You are entitled to 2, yes 2 FREE book proofs of your completed manuscript for added peace of mind.  So, if the first paper proof copy shows up that you have unfortunately overlooked a typing or formatting error, simply amend your file and return to us so that we can resubmit it to print a new proof.

A book proof is normally sent to you within approx. 4-10 working days after you approve the final files.  Once you approve your book proof your printed books can be available for delivery within weeks.  For deadlines see notes as below.

If we are completing any of the design services: We will work with your personal requests incorporating our design experience.  Please allow for adjustments to your quoted price which will show on your final invoice if your page count changes to less, extra formatting time is required or more pages required during the formatting process.

The Preliminary Information

Read through all the steps and be sure to look around our website.  The Love of Books website is full of important information for you to make an informed decision about your self publishing needs.

We are very happy to discuss and provide you with the support and information to make your dream to self publish come true.  Our packages are flexible, and can be adjusted to include extra services such as website or poster design at any time. We provide discounts and specials so be sure to check these out!

Just a few questions required to determine your book specifications and the services you require etc.

Complete the contact form online, attend in person by interview or telephone us for this initial no obligation requirement.

You will then receive a preliminary quote based on your selections. Terms of Agreement

1. Accepting your personalised quote

Check that your new quote meets your needs.  Complete any details for delivery arrangements etc.  This is a preliminary quote so naturally common changes along the way such as page and design variations are taken into account.

To place your order, please fax me a signed copy of the quote and organize to pay your minimum deposit.

I will contact you, as soon as I receive it.  I will also send your updated invoice along with your welcome package.

Payments can be made to Love of Books by bank, cheque, PayPal, credit card or cash. For PayPal payments a fee of 30 dollars per thousand dollars order value is required. Pay Pal is only available for the final payment of your order in most circumstances.

For continued use of our services, a deposit is required.  This deposit is an acceptance of your quote.

Then send us your files.  Submit PDF’s, Microsoft Publisher, PowerPoint or Microsoft Word files.  (Program not here? Ask us!)  You can use our ‘Send This File’ web services (our secure server), to submit large files too large for your mailbox to handle or send a USB or CD.  We can give you an ftp login and password.

This is your Step 1 Completed.

DEADLINES: If you have a deadline for your books to be available to you discuss this with your consultant.

Under normal circumstances all preparation processes can be completed within weeks.  Hardcover, sewn binding and large quantity orders do take a longer time to print.

Note: If you change your mind after a deposit is paid you will be required to pay an administration fee of $300.00 along with any other costs for services already provided.

Payment options are:

1. Full payment upfront.

This entitles you to 5% discount off your total purchase price. (This option is being trialed for all new customers).

Note: All accepted quotes using this option must be paid for within 7 days of the date noted on the top of your original quote form.  Unfortunately there are no exceptions.

If your Manuscript is not complete or ready to send yet, you can secure and lock in your discounted package while completing your preparations.  We will work with you when you are ready.

2. 50% deposit once you have accepted your quote.

A deposit of less than amount can be accepted for special circumstances.

3. Lay-by on your own terms- which requires a 30 % deposit once you have accepted your quote.

We will work with your manuscript on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Your new books will be delivered to your door shortly after your final payment.

Refunds:

Your designs are yours to keep, not ours.  We spend the time making them for you along with your instructions.  We will keep up the process within a reasonable time limit only until they look how you want them to look within the design limitations.

The time taken to complete the design process is not refundable in any instance because we can’t simply use the files for anyone else.  They are yours only.  If you find faults with your printed books then naturally we will replace them for you free of charge.  Replacements are given within the shortest possible time by following our guidelines.  Any faulty copies of your book needs to be sent back to us within two weeks from the delivery date to be eligible for the reprint.  (ALL FREIGHT IS PAID BY US)

Our experienced staff are here to provide support and information to ensure your book has every opportunity of finding its way to many new homes.