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We can produce books from a few pages up to many hundreds of pages in colour or black & white with a variety of papers and finishes to suit all tastes and budgets. Quantities can be as little as one book or as many as several thousand.

Frequently asked questions

Can you publish my book?
If you are an author we will consider your text and will be happy to advise you. If the book is suitable and we believe it will sell, we may publish your book. We mainly publish books of local interest to the Sheffield and South Yorkshire area, but we will consider any book. Please send us a copy of the manuscript or proposal, or call us to discuss.

Will my published book be on sale in bookshops, do you distribute the book?
Yes, we also distribute your book so you'll see it in WH Smith, Waterstones and lots of other smaller bookshops (depending on the book type).

What will I get paid if you publish my book?
We pay you a percentage of the book price. Several factors can determine what you get paid including the selling price of the book and the quantity we believe it will sell.

Can I just have a book printed and distribute it myself?
Yes - this is called vanity publishing; that is, instead of having to find a publisher willing to produce your book and them carrying the risk of your book selling or not, we produce your book at print prices, typically a quarter of the cover price of the book. You then sell the book yourself.

How much does it cost to print my own books?
Prices vary depending on number of pages, quantity, finish, colour and page size. Please enquire for your individual quote.