A Glimpse of the WestBow Press Production Process
Learn how to self-publish a Christian book.
STEP 1:
Take Aim
Determine your goals for publishing your book.
STEP 2:
Inquire
Call 844.714.3454 to meet your publishing consultant, who will guide you on your publishing path.
STEP 3:
Choose your publishing package
Decide on your book's format and cover concept.
STEP 4:
Submit your manuscript
Send us either a digital or hard copy of your manuscript.*
STEP 5:
Collaborate to create your book
Work with your check-in coordinator as your book makes its way through editing, design, formatting or any other services you have purchased.
STEP 6:
Review eProofs
Once the separate elements of your book are complete, your publishing services associate will email you eProofs to review, and will inform you of the selling price of your book. Give final approval and your book is ready for the printer.
STEP 7:
Hold your book for the first time
Your book consultant will send you your complimentary author copy and book copies. Enjoy the moment. Take it in. You’re now a published author.
STEP 8:
Distribute
When complete, your book will be available through the WestBow Press online bookstore and the two leading book wholesalers in the United States: Ingram and Baker & Taylor.
STEP 9:
Promote
Work with your marketing consultant to chart your marketing plan and choose the promotional services to support your goal.
* Data entry fees apply for hard copy manuscript submissions. See Data Entry page for details.
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