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Frequently
Asked Questions
General FAQs
How
can I write to or find out more about an author?
Select the Books by Author A-Z link in the menu to the left,
then click the author of your choice. Each author's page includes a
listing of their HP books, a biography, and a link to the author's
website (if available).
How
can I arrange for an author to sign books at my bookstore?
At the present time, please contact our Publicity Department at
The.Highland.Press@gmail.com
I write for a
newspaper, magazine (online service, etc.); how do I request a
review copy of a book?
Mail a request to the
publicity department on your company letterhead to: Highland Press,
PO Box 2292, High Springs, FL 32655.
FAQs for Authors
What
are Highland Press’ goals and vision for the future?
Quality fiction written for
writers and readers who want more than what they’re currently
finding in many books currently being published. Do you love
historical romances, but find very little history in most books
nowadays? If so, Highland Press is the place for you. We believe
there is a vast audience clamoring for something other than ‘the
quick read,’ and hope to revive the romance of yesteryear. In
addition, Highland Press Publishing is now seeking submissions from
all genres -- not just romance -- with the exception of erotica.
How do I submit my
manuscript for consideration?
We ask you query first with a
synopsis and first three chapters, along with a cover letter and
brief introduction. If you wish, you may e-mail your query letter to
us at submissions.hp@gmail.com.
If we are interested, we will respond to your e-mail and request you
forward us the synopsis and first three chapters. There is no right
or wrong length for a synopsis. Utilize whatever you feel most
comfortable with in order to convey what your story is about.
Will Highland Press
consider other types of manuscripts for publication besides
romances?
Highland Press Publishing has
recently opened its submissions up to all genres, with the exception
of erotica. Our newest lines are young adult and inspirational. We
have also contracted men's fiction and a non-fiction writing
resource book.
Does Highland Press
offer an advance on royalties?
Highland Press does not offer an advance to the Author at this time;
however, royalties are paid quarterly within 45 days of the previous
months' sales. We hope we will grow quickly enough that the issue of
advance royalties will soon change.
In what formats will
books be available?
At this time, we will publish and sell the books in trade paperback
size. Depending upon sales and the author's wishes, the book might
also be made available in a downloadable e-book format. Editors will
decide which format is used for each individual book.
If my manuscript is
accepted for publication, how long before it is available for
purchase?
Unfortunately, we are unable to answer this question until your
manuscript has been accepted for publication. Timelines are set
according to workload and our editors' schedules.
What
benefits do you offer authors?
Our most important goal is to let our authors know how important
their success is to us. We will take every step necessary to ensure
their book gets the maximum exposure with readers and reviewers
alike. We’re looking for and welcome new writers. When our authors
are a success, we are a success. Unagented submissions are accepted.
What steps will
Highland Press take to give my book maximum exposure?
Highland Press believes in promoting every book we contract. To
that end, every effort will be made to bring both the author and the
book into the limelight. Our marketing director will provide you
with information regarding marketing and promotions. However, author
participation is a must for a book to be a success.
Is it permissible to
contact Highland Press to check on the status of my manuscript?
Every book sent to us will receive our full and prompt attention.
We will try to get back with you as quickly as possible and do not
anticipate any author needing to check on the status of their
manuscript, as we will endeavor to respond to your queries and
submissions within a reasonable time frame. We will try to keep in
contact with you, if only to give you a tentative timeframe we
expect to complete reading your submission. However, should an
author feel the need to check on the status of any submission,
please feel free to contact the Editor at
The.Highland.Press@gmail.com
Once accepted for
publication, will authors receive free copies of their book?
We will provide our authors with one free downloadable copy of their
book for promotional purposes. Additional copies will be at the
author's expense, usually at twenty percent off the retail price for
which no royalties will be paid.
If
accepted for publication, can authors provide their own cover art
for their book?
Yes, we encourage you to
provide a completed cover design if you so choose. This would be at
the author's expense. However, our art department reserves the right
to refuse the design if we feel it is not suitable to our needs.
Do you accept
submissions that may be under consideration from other publishing
companies?
At present we do, but we request you inform us if it’s a multiple
submission.
Is it necessary to
have an agent? If so, how do I find an agent?
If you wish to work with an agent, we are more than happy to work
with them, but it is not necessary to have an agent to submit to us
at this time.
If you have
additional questions, please feel free to contact us at
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