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How Much Does it Cost to Publish a Book?

By: John Randolph

How Much Does It Cost to Publish a Book?

The dream of most aspiring authors is to write a manuscript that will be purchased by a traditional publisher and then sell 1000s of copies without worrying about further expense or effort incurred by the author. If the author is established and popular, that would be entirely possible. For most aspiring authors, however, that dream is hugely unrealistic.

Consider the fact that the only reason a publisher releases a book is usually to sell it. Therefore they need to make certain that their investment in selection, editing, publishing, and marketing is likely to be repaid repeatedly over. With only a few exceptions, every book coming from a previously unpublished author is a great risk for just about any publisher. Therefore they take great precautions to stay away from choosing a book that will not return real money. For instance, most publishers won't accept manuscripts from authors but only from agents. The likelihood of a totally new author gaining a viable agent contract are 5,000 one.

This being the case, many aspiring authors turn to publishing services often called “vanity publishers.” Such organizations often publish anything for a fee of several hundred to several thousand dollars. Thereafter it costs the writer a considerable price to buy copies of his or her own book. In truth, vanity publishers exist mainly to sell books to authors, not to the public.

A viable and affordable alternative is Marathon Publications, Inc. (www.marathonpubs.com). Marathon Publications offers recommendations on how to write a book, editing services, publishing in e-book and print format, and aggressive marketing. If the writer desires, Marathon Publications will also commission artists who can augment the book to make it most appealing. Marathon Publications’ services are well within the budget of most aspiring writers.

"Marathon Publications exists to assist new and developing authors create, publish, and market books. We believe there's a significant amount of innate talent which has not yet been expressed in writing. Our job is to give the chance to do just that.

Marathon’s step-by-step program is affordably priced so you can write and publish your book."

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Finally, a straight answer to the question: How much does it cost to write a book?

Marathon Publicationsexists to help new and developing authors create, publish, and market books.

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