FAQ
Tax Information
What do I need to know about taxes on my royalties?
WestBow Press will mail a Form1099-MISC...
What tax information can WestBow Press provide for me?
WestBow Press will provide a Form 1099-MISC or...
When does WestBow Press mail the 1099-MISC or 1042-S?
By law WestBow Press is required to mail...
How do I file Form W-7 with the IRS (to obtain an ITIN)?
The W-7 tax form needs to be submitted by you...
How do I know if my country has a tax treaty with the United States that allows me to claim a lower rate of withholding?
If applicable, you may claim a reduced...
I am an international author, what do I need to do regarding the tax forms and ID numbers?
You will need to submit a Form...
I cannot locate my 1099-MISC form, how can I request a copy?
Please contact WestBow Press customer...
I opted-out of submitting my tax information. Why does WestBow Press continue?
The IRS requires that we have...
I submitted a Form W-9 or a Form W-8BEN in the past. Why am I being asked for it again?
If you receive a request from WestBow Press to...
If I was paid under 10 in royalties do I have to report it on my income tax?
For any questions on reporting your...
If my company should receive the royalties instead of me as the author, what do I need to do?
First, an account for your company...
My company W-9 was accidentally added to my individual account or vice versa. How can I correct this?
If your company’s W-9 was added to your...
One of my checks was not received during the tax year. May I request a corrected 1099-MISC?
If the check was sent to the address...
The amount on my 1099-MISC form doesn't match my checks; what is wrong?
The amount of royalties reported on the...
The Recipient address on my 1099-MISC form is incorrect, what do I do?
The IRS does not match addresses...
The Recipients Identification Number on my 1099-MISC form is incorrect, what do I do?
Submit a Form W-9 to provide WestBow Press with...
The Recipients name on my 1099-MISC form is incorrect, what do I do?
The recipient name on your Form 1099-MISC...
What if I don't have an EIN?
Companies may apply for a U.S. Employer...
What if I don't have an ITIN?
If you do not have a Social Security Number (SSN)...
What if there is an error on the 1099-MISC form Is it too late to make changes?
1099-MISC forms are not due to be filed with...
What is a 1099-MISC form?
Form 1099-MISC is used to report royalty income...
When will WestBow Press post Quarter 4 royalties so I can complete my income tax return?
Quarter 4 royalties will not be paid to you...
Where can I find more information about my tax forms?
Check out these helpful links...
Who will receive a 1099-MISC form?
Authors who have been issued payment...
Why didn't I get a 1099-MISC this year?
If you were issued payment for less than $10.00...
Why is the income stated on my 1099-MISC or 1042-S form not equal to the sum of my royalty?
The tax form reports the total royalties...
Why isn't there a Recipients Identification Number on my 1099-MISC form?
The “Recipient’s Identification Number” is...