Publish With Us
Have you written a book or a have collection of poetry?
Have you thought about publishing, but do not know where to start?
Here at Southern Arizona Press, we have been there and taken on the daunting task of formatting and submitting a book for publication. Let us navigate the process for you. We have learned and mastered the ins and outs of preparing manuscripts for publication through Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) and we offer our expertise to individual authors and poets at a cost that doesn’t break the bank.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) - By submitting any work to Southern Arizona Press, the author is certifying that no type of AI has been used in the creation of the work. Submissions that are found to have used AI in their creation will be removed from publication and that submitting author will be banned from submitting any future works to Southern Arizona Press.
Let us answer your questions:
What services do you provide?
Format your manuscript in both paperback and e-reader formats for publication and distribution through KDP.
Front Matter – Title Page, Copyright Page, Contents Page, (and optional Dedication, Epigraph, Preface, Introduction, Foreword, and Prologue pages).
Body – Formatted for both standard e-reader and 6” x 9” paperback.
Back Matter – About the Author, Books by the Author, Books in a Series, Praise for the Author, Epilogue, Afterword, and Acknowledgement pages.
Cover Design – We work with you to develop an appropriate cover design for both the e-reader and paperback formats. Paperback format also includes the back cover design.
Upload and publish the book in both formats through SAP's KDP account.
Provide you with optional proof copies of the book to review before final publication. (For an additional fee)
Promote your book through our website and on various social media platforms. Order copies of the book for your direct sales from KDP at cost (Printing cost per copy plus shipping/handling and tax). The books will be shipped directly to you.
Make direct payments to you of your percentage of the royalties for each book or download sold.
Front Matter – Title Page, Copyright Page, Contents Page, (and optional Dedication, Epigraph, Preface, Introduction, Foreword, and Prologue pages).
Body – Formatted for both standard e-reader and 6” x 9” paperback.
Back Matter – About the Author, Books by the Author, Books in a Series, Praise for the Author, Epilogue, Afterword, and Acknowledgement pages.
Cover Design – We work with you to develop an appropriate cover design for both the e-reader and paperback formats. Paperback format also includes the back cover design.
Upload and publish the book in both formats through SAP's KDP account.
Provide you with optional proof copies of the book to review before final publication. (For an additional fee)
Promote your book through our website and on various social media platforms. Order copies of the book for your direct sales from KDP at cost (Printing cost per copy plus shipping/handling and tax). The books will be shipped directly to you.
Make direct payments to you of your percentage of the royalties for each book or download sold.
Do you provide editing services?
If your work needs to be edited, this needs to be addressed separately from the formatting and publishing of the work. We expect the manuscript to have already been edited and free of spelling and grammatical errors when submitted. It should be provided to us ready for formatting and publication. (We will address any minor spelling or grammatical errors with you prior to making any changes in the text of the work.)
Do I retain all copyrights to my work?
Yes, per our contract, we copyright the work in the name of the author, and you retain all rights to your work.
Can I include color artwork or photos in the book?
Yes, however, the use of either color artwork or fonts within a book greatly increases the printing costs of the book. Also, most Kindle readers do not support color since they only display in gray-tone. Unless the use of color artwork or fonts is essential to the work, it is recommended that it not be included in the book. This does not apply to the front and back covers.
NOTE: You are responsible for obtaining the legal rights to use all photographs or artwork within the book, this includes any artwork used for cover material.
NOTE: You are responsible for obtaining the legal rights to use all photographs or artwork within the book, this includes any artwork used for cover material.
Do I have any opinion or say on how the work is formatted?
Certainly, it is your work. We format each work based on the industry standards and how we believe it is presented best to the public. You will receive a copy of the formatted work for review, and we are willing to discuss any changes to the format with you before we finalize the project.
How much is this going to cost me?
We understand that for many new authors, the high cost of having a book published can be daunting and often times is the very obstacle that keeps them from pursuing publication. SAP was created with the vision of providing these services to authors and poets at a reasonable price to encourage the publication of their work for the world to read.
Below is a breakdown of the costs for the services we provide:
Formatting of the manuscript – $25 minimum for up to 50 pages. $1 for every two pages over 50.
Cover design – Standard cover design - $5 (There will be an additional charge if more than one graphic is integrated into the cover design.)
On a case-by-case basis, there may be additional charges for the formatting of extensive use of artwork or photos within the text of the book. This will be addressed on an individual basis once have received the manuscript.
Below is a breakdown of the costs for the services we provide:
Formatting of the manuscript – $25 minimum for up to 50 pages. $1 for every two pages over 50.
Cover design – Standard cover design - $5 (There will be an additional charge if more than one graphic is integrated into the cover design.)
On a case-by-case basis, there may be additional charges for the formatting of extensive use of artwork or photos within the text of the book. This will be addressed on an individual basis once have received the manuscript.
Example Pricing:
Book of poetry (It is normal practice to print poetry with only one poem per page (multiple pages for longer poetic works) 50 poems plus front and back matter – estimated total of 60 pages
The first 50 pages $25.00 The remaining 10 pages 5.00 Cover design 5.00
Total cost for formatting and publishing the book - $35.00
Book of poetry (It is normal practice to print poetry with only one poem per page (multiple pages for longer poetic works) 50 poems plus front and back matter – estimated total of 60 pages
The first 50 pages $25.00 The remaining 10 pages 5.00 Cover design 5.00
Total cost for formatting and publishing the book - $35.00
How much do I make from the sale of my book?
You receive 60% of the royalties from the sale of your book in paperback and e-reader formats through KDP.
If SAP chooses to offer physical copies of your book on their website or at book fairs or live events, you will receive 60% of the royalties on each copy sold through those venues.
If SAP chooses to offer physical copies of your book on their website or at book fairs or live events, you will receive 60% of the royalties on each copy sold through those venues.
I have my own KDP account. Will you format my manuscript for publication on my own KDP account?
Yes, contact us directly for the rates for providing that service.
How am I paid?
SAP will provide you with a quarterly statement of the account through the last day of March, June, September, and December and shall transfer electronic payments for all earnings by the end of the following quarter.
How long does the process take?
Depending on the current number of projects we have ongoing, the process can take up to four weeks, however, it we have taken a book from initial delivery of the manuscript to submission to KDP in as little as two days.
What type of promotion services do you provide?
We are not a book promoter, however, we will promote your book through our website and on standard social media platforms. We leave the promotion of your book in your hands. Afterall, who is better to promote the book than the author themselves.
How can I get any additional questions answered?
Download and review a copy of our publishing contract.
For more information or to pursue working us, please send an email to the address below.