Frequently Asked Questions
Sow The Seed Ministries on-demand Self-Publishing: Overview We understand that what you have written may not be what a large publisher may want to publish but we agree with you that what you have to share is valuable to the Christian environment. All your hard work and insight can now be published. As a self-publishing author you can feel confident that your book will receive the attention it deserves by taking advantage of the comprehensive Sow The Seed Ministries on-demand publishing service. Here is a brief overview of what's in the publishing package you buy from Sow The Seed Ministries :
- Cost-effective, global sales channels
- On-Demand Production
- You, the author control many key factors
- Is this service expensive?
Cost-effective, global sales channels
Your book will be available through Sow The Seed Ministries Internet bookstore and can be ordered through local bookstores, fax, email or regular postal.
You can order more copies at wholesale rates for local bookstore sales and other distribution.
On-Demand Production
Print-on-demand manufacturing means no investment for preprinted books, and no waste from unwanted or outdated books
Production quality is consistent with conventional publishing
Books are printed, bound and shipped within 72 hours, so your title is never ‘out-of-print’ or ‘back-ordered’
You, the author control many key factors
You determine the book’s physical appearance, including page layout, cover style (from basic to full-color*), size and other characteristics
You can make changes and updates at any time with a minimal charge
You retain full copyright and may end the agreement at any time
You keep all rights for translations, foreign sales, movie rights and serialization, and for sales conducted personally or through trade publishers, wholesalers or distributors
You set the retail price, including the royalty amount
Is this service expensive?
Sow The Seed Ministries on-demand publishing service -- the practical, comprehensive service for the surprisingly affordable price of $350. Service renewal fee is $100 per year.
Other Services available:
Copy editing $3.41 per page
Art design $65 per hour
ISBN and barcode $125
Copyright service $60
