I have self-published two large books on the history of psychiatry using the services of Xlibris. For each book, a coordinator gently guided me through the complexities of publishing.After many proof reads, corrections and more corrections, the books went to the printers. The quality of presentation and materials was beyond what I expected. I agreed to a marketing package which was extensive but did not result in a great number of sales. There was no guarantee that people would buy my books which only appealed to a niche market.I suggest self-publishers research the cost benefit of different marketing strategies before making a decision. It is wise to get a professional to proof read the first printed draft. It will save time and expense in the long run.It is better economics, If possible, to sell your book directly or by consignment. Xlibris will give suggestions on how best to be your own salesperson. Dont expect to start to make a profit unless you can sell over a 1000 copies. Personal satisfaction knowing someone has appreciated your book makes it worth while.The services of Xlibris were consistent, responsive and professional.
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A pioneer of the supported self-publishing industry, Xlibris is a book publishing company created by authors, for authors. Xlibris has helped over 60,000 authors publish over 75,000 unique titles. One of its founding principles, which still stands since the company started publishing in 1997, is that authors should have control over their work. Xlibris holds true to this purpose as they help hundreds of authors publish every month in the method of their choosing.See more
