NextGen Book Publishers
Common Questions

Everything You Need to Know

Find answers to frequently asked questions about our publishing process, pricing, and services.

Getting started is simple. Fill out our contact form or call us directly to schedule a free 30-minute consultation. We'll discuss your book idea, timeline, and goals. After the call, we'll send you a custom proposal within 48 hours with recommended services and pricing.

Not at all! We work with authors at every stage. Whether you have a rough idea, a partial draft, or a completed manuscript, we have services tailored to your needs. Our ghostwriting team can start from scratch, or our editors can polish your existing work.

We publish across all major genres including fiction (thriller, romance, sci-fi, fantasy, literary), non-fiction (memoir, business, self-help, history), and children's books. Our team includes specialists in every genre to ensure authentic, high-quality work.

Our publishing packages start at $2,499 for the Starter plan, which includes editing, cover design, and publishing. The Professional plan at $5,999 adds marketing and distribution. For full-service ghostwriting and marketing, our Elite plan is $12,499. We also offer custom quotes for specific needs.

Yes! We understand publishing is an investment. We offer flexible payment plans: 50% upfront and 50% upon completion, or monthly installments over 3-6 months with 0% interest. Contact us to discuss a plan that works for your budget.

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee on all packages. If you're not satisfied with our work within the first 30 days, we'll refund your payment in full, no questions asked. After 30 days, refunds are prorated based on work completed.

Our ghostwriting process begins with in-depth interviews (typically 6-10 sessions) to capture your voice, story, and vision. Your matched ghostwriter then creates a detailed outline for your approval. We deliver chapters weekly for your review and feedback. You have unlimited revisions until you're 100% satisfied. The entire process typically takes 2-6 months depending on length.

Absolutely. You retain 100% copyright ownership of your book. Upon final payment, we transfer all rights to you. Your name appears as the sole author. We sign comprehensive NDA and copyright transfer agreements to protect your intellectual property completely.

We match you based on genre expertise, writing style, and personality fit. Our team includes former journalists, published authors, and industry specialists. You'll review writing samples and have a chemistry call before committing. If the match isn't perfect, we'll find you a new writer at no extra cost.

Your book will be available on Amazon (Kindle, paperback, hardcover), Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play Books, and over 40,000 retailers worldwide through our IngramSpark distribution. We also set up your book for libraries and academic institutions.

Yes! Unlike traditional publishers who take 70-85% of royalties, you keep 100% of all royalties from book sales. We only charge our one-time publishing fee. You receive monthly royalty payments directly from Amazon, Ingram, and other distributors.

From manuscript to published book, the typical timeline is 4-6 months. This includes 1-2 weeks for discovery, 2-6 months for writing/editing (if ghostwriting), 3-5 weeks for editing, 2-4 weeks for design, and 2-3 weeks for publishing setup. Rush options are available for an additional fee.

Our marketing services include Amazon Advertising (AMS) campaign management, social media launch campaigns, email marketing sequences, book review outreach to 50+ reviewers, press release distribution, media pitching, author website design, and ongoing marketing consulting. We create a custom strategy based on your genre and goals.

While we can't guarantee bestseller status (no one can), our marketing strategies have helped 35+ of our authors achieve bestseller status on Amazon and other platforms. We focus on building a strong launch, gathering reviews, and creating sustained visibility. Success depends on genre, market conditions, and marketing investment.

Every author gets a dedicated publishing manager as their single point of contact. You'll have weekly check-in calls, unlimited email support, and access to our author portal for real-time project updates. Our team is available Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 6 PM EST, with emergency support for launch periods.

Absolutely! Visit our Portfolio page to see covers, read excerpts, and explore our published books. We can also provide detailed case studies and connect you with past clients for references (with their permission). We're proud of our work and happy to share it.

Contact

Let's talk about your book.

Tell us where you are in the journey — an idea, a draft, or a finished manuscript — and we'll respond within one business day.

Studio

1320 Main St, Suite 300, Columbia, SC 29201, United States

Hours

Mon – Fri, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST

Protected by our mutual NDA. We never share your ideas or information.