§ Our editors will perform a complete content edit of the manuscript, including at least three reads and for the following kinds of edits (the first two may be done simultaneously):
♦ Copy/line/mechanical edit (correct grammar, punctuation, mechanics; verify facts and ensure consistency; clarify meaning and improve readability).
♦ Content/structural/substantive edit (revise/move text for better flow; recommend the addition or deletion of material; re-organize and re-structure content for flow and clarity).
♦ Proofreading (final review of entire manuscript after all changes have been made).
§ We will return the manuscript to you with the changes shown as markups in Word’s Track Changes. You will review and accept/reject the changes. If you reject changes or have questions, explain or ask in a comment.
§ We will assign an ISBN to your book before publication and register the copyright afterward.
§ Our interior designer will format the book for publication according to standard book conventions, taking into considerations any requests you have.
§ Our cover designer will design and create the cover of the book, using an image you provide, identifying and selecting a stock image, or creating original artwork.
§ We will have your books printed, in small print runs for inventory and through print-on-demand (POD) for availability at online retailers.
Marketing and Distribution
§ We will distribute your books through major online retailers.
§ We will make your book available for order on the Simply Pets Lifestyle website.
§ We will cross-promote your book via other Simply Pets divisions: within the Simply Pets Pack (membership club offering discounts and free gifts), Simply Pets shopping network, and other venues.
§ We will make your book available to brick-and-mortar bookstores.
§ We will promote your book via our Simply Pets social media.
§ We will obtain reviews of your book to be posted on Goodreads and online retail sites.
§ Our web designer will create an author website as the hub of your online presence.
§ We will create a book trailer video promoting your book.
§ We will search out innovative promotions and distribution methods for your book—for example, vet clinics, zoo gift shops, and other places animal lovers frequent.
Terms
§ Except for copies of your book that you order for yourself, the price we quote with the sample edit will be your total cost, unless you make changes or the rest of the manuscript isn’t consistent with the sample you submitted. If we anticipate price changes, we will notify you of any additional costs before doing the work.
§ Billing and payment schedules are as follows:
♦ Unless other arrangements are made at the time of contract, an initial deposit of 50% of the total project is required before work begins.
♦ The final payment is due after the initial order of books is printed (or if books are all POD, after the book is available for order).
♦ A rush charge is added if you want the project finished in less time than described in our quote. You will be notified in advance if the rush charge applies.
♦ A cancellation fee may apply if a contracted project is cancelled or delayed after we have set aside the time.
§ We maintain strict confidentiality of all your content and personal information.
We look forward to reading a sample of your manuscript and working with you to bring your dream of a published book to fruition.
