As a leading SMB trade publisher, Entrepreneur Press is focused on a specific category -- business. We've provided thousands of aspiring, emerging, and growing entrepreneurs with actionable solutions to every business challenge -- ultimately leading them from business idea to business success. We know the barriers to success in traditional publishing all too well, we face them everyday. We also believe any hurdle can be overcome (we wouldn't be Entrepreneur if we didn't!) so we decided to do what we do best --explore unconventional alternatives and come up with a new solution.

An exclusive program under the Entrepreneur Press imprint, Entrepreneur House Authors is a full-service, fee-based publishing option for entrepreneurial authors seeking to leverage their book to build their brand and their business. Under this innovative publishing program, Entrepreneur Press and our parent company Entrepreneur Media Inc. present authors, like you, with the means to reach readers, gain new heights of exposure, and ultimately, become a big name.

This is not a self-publishing program, and we don't just sell books.
Or better said, selling books isn't our #1 focus. You are.
However, your book is an essential piece of the plan, the springboard to your success.

So what do we do? We help you use your book to define your identity, build your reputation, establish your credibility, and increase your name recognition. We do this using the reach, media exposure, business partners, and publishing expertise of Entrepreneur-- something no other publisher can compete with. And yes, there is a fee associated with tapping that marketing muscle.

In short, we are a full-service publishing partner that will help you every step of the way -- from editorial, design and production, to marketing, promotion, and publicity, all focused on using your book to drive customers and revenue to your main business. Call us publishers, editors and marketers, but we're also advocates. Advocates for entrepreneurial authors like you, eager to showcase who they are and what they know.

How will we connect the dots from your book to who you are and your business? The answer is simple. We'll do what Entrepreneur has done for the last 30+ years: We'll discover and develop your inner entrepreneur.

A division of publishing pioneer Entrepreneur Media Inc., we bring to the table incomparable experience within the media industry and an unmatched marketing reach among consumers, professionals, small business owners, and entrepreneurs.

And, with our services, we eliminate the headaches of doing it all yourself.

Not sure what the complete editorial process is? - no worries. We've published hundreds of titles, we're old pros at it. It's our job, not yours. We don't expect you to turn in a ready-to-print manuscript - especially as a first time author. In fact, we can't think of any quality authors who don't rely on an editorial team to help them cover all the bases. We'll use our editorial expertise to guide you every step of the way so nothing is left to chance.
(Feel that burden lifting a bit?...)

No background in production, layout, or design? We've got you covered. You won't need to know how many call-out boxes to include, or what the most readable fonts are, all the publishing industry requirements, or how to acquire a Library of Congress Catalog number and ISBN -- that's our job. Our team of production, design and printing professionals will handle this area with ease.
(Feeling a little lighter now?...)

And then there's marketing -- the area that will launch your success. Whether you're a marketing pro or novice, by teaming with us you get a heavy hitter on your side that pack's a media punch and reach that's almost unreachable for an individual author. Can you get your message out to an audience of 9 million+ per month? - we can, and more.
(Is that weight on your shoulders gone now? Doesn't it feel good)

We invite you to benefit from our expert experience. Allow us to save you from carrying the load and prevent your publishing headaches--before they start! We offer full-scale publishing services, from editorial development to production, as well as an unmatched menu of marketing opportunities to suit your needs and support your ultimate goal--to become a recognized author, an entrepreneur, a business driver.

Here's an overview of the services we offer:

Thanks to the sleepless nights and caffeine that help make it possible, you've finally taken your passion, ideas, and expertise to the page. You've developed your manuscript. Now, allow us to use our expertise to move your project forward. Let us help you turn it into a professionally published, high-quality book.

Manuscript Development

We'll begin with a comprehensive review of your in-progress or completed manuscript. Once reviewed, you'll receive feedback based on the content, the overall structure, and the market position. Together, we'll determine your editorial/publishing plan, identifying the editorial services appropriate for your project, which can range from copyediting to ghostwriting.

Editing

All material published under the Entrepreneur Press imprint is held to the highest standard of quality. Our readers trust us to be the definitive guide to every business challenge, and we take that trust seriously. We'll examine your manuscript, making necessary edits to spelling, punctuation, and grammar. We'll focus on the style, formatting, length and completeness, offering revisions to ensure that all of your content is seamlessly strung together -- cohesive and consistent.

And as you move forward in the writing process if you find you need some assistance in putting your thoughts, ideas, and expertise down on paper, we offer additional developmental editing and writing services as well. All aimed at ensuring you say what you mean to say in an effective, well-paced, captivating manner.

Once your manuscript has been reviewed, edited, revised, and given the seal of approval, our team of proofreaders will take one last look, inspecting every page for both obvious and easily-missed errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, page layout, accuracy of references, etc.

Indexing

You can't get much more reader-friendly than a clear-cut index. We'll create a comprehensive accurate index for your book, allowing readers direct access to all important points and details.


This is the process where your work comes alive. We give it color, rhyme and reason...here, in production, we turn your ideas from words on a page to a tangible piece of work authored by you--your book becomes a reality. From design to compliance, ending in your first print run, we offer it all, including:

Cover Design

Be honest--how many books have you judged by their covers?
Your story, your message, begins with the cover design of your book. The front cover should be eye-catching (the average consumer spends just eight seconds looking at it). And your back cover must be compelling (the average consumer spends no more than 15 seconds here). We have all this in mind when we provide the creative direction for your covers. You see, the overall look of your book is a collaborative effort between marketing and design. Working together, we establish the messaging, the color scheme, the hierarchy of elements, etc.. And when all is said and done, we provide creative, powerful cover options for your choosing.

Interior Page Design and Layout

Your interior pages should keep the reader on track, setting a flow and a tone. From font choices to call-out boxes, each element of interior design and layout contributes to the reader's experience. Count on us to keep the reader going; we'll visually lead them from page 1 thru the appendix.

Compliance

Leave it to us--we've done it hundreds of times...and then some. We'll ensure that your book meets all industry requirements starting with the International Standard Book Number, or ISBN. This number is your book's numerical identifier that allows bookstores, media, publishers, and consumers to order, identify, and refer to your book. We'll also create the barcode, acquire your Library of Congress Catalog Number, handle all copyright forms and fees, and prepare the cataloging data for library use.


Who's your audience? Who are you trying to reach? And more importantly, where can they find your work? How will they get to know you better?

We have an idea--how about Google, WashingtonPost.com, and Yahoo.com? Even better, how about Entrepreneur.com, and MSNBC.com too

We realize it's natural to "wait to be discovered," but we think your odds are better if you let us help

You see, your book will be your springboard, but it's the marketing that will launch you to success. Truth be told, it's the marketing that will take you from just another author in a sea of "experts" to a respected resource that the media and your prospective clients will trust and turn to.

To kick off your transition, from everyday author to recognized authority, we start with a discovery/strategy meeting. During this meeting we'll discuss your goals concerning your book and your business, and the marketing solutions that we offer to help you meet them. We'll answer your questions, brainstorm new ideas with you, and together, we'll develop your big-picture plan.

During your discovery/strategy session, we'll develop your plan within the following areas:

Entrepreneur Exposure

Every day, millions of aspiring, emerging, and growing entrepreneurs turn to us, and our content partners, for information, tools, and resources to help them conquer daily challenges in business. Our audience is ambitious, enthusiastic, and interactive. And, we'd like to introduce you.

Working closely with Entrepreneur magazine, Entrepreneur.com, our industry partners, and our own site, EntrepreneurPress.com, we'll develop a targeted marketing plan that gives your work invaluable face time with millions of people worldwide. From featuring excerpt articles and displaying your book cover within relevant Entreprenuer.com channels to an ad in Entrepreneur magazine and an all-inclusive book/author page on Entrepreneurpress.com, we'll put the power of Entrepreneur Media behind you.

Teamed with our marketing specialist, who will coach you in writing articles that draw upon your expertise and relate to the issues faced by our readers, you'll have the opportunity to present article ideas that will be pitched to both our magazine and online editors. Plus, in addition to the highly targeted exposure opportunities you'll receive within the Entrepreneur family, we are a content provider for the small business channels on a multitude of partner sites including:

Industry partners

AOL.com
Yahoo Small business
Yahoo Finance
MSNBC.com
Foxbusiness.com
The Street.com
Reuters.com
My.Att.Net
UsNews.com
Smartmoney.com
Washingtonpost.com
PCWorld.com

Backed by more than 1.5 million pages of content and the #1 selling business magazine on the newsstands (for the last 4 years), there's a very good chance that with our help, your stock will rise.

Publicity and Packaging

You have an identity, you have an expertise. You are the authority. Now, who, besides you, knows this? How many reporters are beating down your door for a quote? You need to get your name and your book into the right hands. Luckily, we know how to do that.

First we'll develop a comprehensive press kit, a complete package of print-ready material that serves one purpose--to win editors and writers over. Our press-kit approach is simple: we do all of the work, so the editors, journalists or reporters who receive them don't have to. We provide copy-and-paste content. From your bio (long and short) to our feature releases, everything is proofed, editorially sound, and ready to print.

And if you need us to kick it up a notch--we'll go guerrilla on 'em, creating custom press kit campaigns that include creative packaging and promotion for BIG impact.

Now this begs the question--who do you send your press kits to? And the answer is: the top editors, journalists, producers, reporters, bloggers, etc. within the highest-ranked media outlets. Working with our long-time media list development and distribution partner, we create a targeted list of at least 100 media contacts best suited for you, your business expertise, and your book.

Press kits are just one way you can tap the media. We'll also create an expert profile that's all about you, what you do, and what you know. This profile will be posted by us and available to all media parties who are on the search for expert resources.

Additionally, we serve as your personal scout, leafing through the daily reporter queries we receive. We review all media queries, sending you those that meet your expertise and giving you a chance to get in contact and deliver your expert pitch. Or, if you prefer, we're available to go to bat on your behalf.

New Media Marketing and Online Discoverability

Engage, interact, CONNECT with your audience. The web is the only place where you can truly take part in the conversation, listen to what your audience has to say, and address it almost instantly. A website, a blog, your own social network--there are countless online channels to help you build your web presence and reach your market. Are you using them? Let us help you start.

Count on us to support you in building your website, developing a blog and other web communications, and creating a targeted social media marketing plan. Look to us to introduce you to expert hotspots including Amazon Connect and Entrepreneur Connect. And of course, we'll also increase your discoverability by tapping into publishing partner programs such as Amazon's Search Inside the Book and Google Books. These are just a few of the web opportunities we'll help you take advantage of.

And it goes without saying--when it comes to the web, new possibilities are popping up everyday. We consider it our job to keep you on the cutting edge..

Viral and Referral Marketing

Like a drop onto still water. The power of friends, associates, and partners, can create a ripple like you wouldn't believe. WHO you know is vital to letting the world know WHAT you know.

Let us help you spread the word--to people who, at the very least, will pass it on.

From email campaigns to book copies for your contributors, we'll help you develop a plan for tapping into your own pool of people. Coaching you all the way, we'll work on expanding your current contact list, techniques for enlisting their support, and tools to make it easy for fans to spread the word without having to do any work.

Beyond the value to your readers, think of your book as an in-depth extension of your business card. It lets people know who you are. And ideally, it makes a big impact, they keep it, and share it with others. And, while it's pretty impractical for consumers to google your business card, or purchase it--a book is a whole 'nother story.

Where will people find your book? To start, we have the power of our long time sales and distribution partner behind us. A company you might have heard of called McGraw-Hill, a world leader in business publishing and distribution. They give us, (and you) a potential market reach that no one else can touch--think wholesalers, national bookstore chains, independent bookstores, airport retailers, and more.

Together, we'll place your book on all major online booksellers -- Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com, and Borders.com. Plus, wholesaling heavy-hitters Ingram and Baker and Taylor as well. And down the road, should your book find the same success that your brand will, then it's an easy transition into bookstores nationwide -- it's what we do.

Want to learn more about us and what we do? We'd like to learn more about you too. We invite you to take the next step.