No Surprises or Hidden Fees: $10,000.

Professional Editing: It is strongly recommended that authors have their manuscripts professionally edited before submission. However, manuscripts that do not meet this requirement but show potential and fit the mission and vision of SOMO Publishing House, will be considered if writers are willing to work with one of our vetted preferred partner network editors. Though this service is not included in the package, it is a necessary part of our publishing model. We won’t publish what doesn’t meet industry standards for quality.

Book Design:

  • Interior Layout Design: Custom interior layout design for both print and eBook formats. Up to 100,000 words.

  • Cover Design: Professionally designed book cover, tailored to the genre, with both eBook and print versions.

  • One Round of Revisions: One pass to revise the cover and interior design based on feedback.

Manuscript Quality Check

  • Manuscript Critique: A detailed critique up to 5,000 words, focusing on structure, pacing, character development, and overall quality.

  • Quality Check: Ensuring that the manuscript meets our high standards before moving forward in the publishing process.

  Publishing Services:

  • ISBN Assignment: Unique ISBNs for both print and eBook versions.

  • Library of Congress Registration: Filing for Library of Congress Control Number (LCCN).

  • Copyright Registration: Registration with the U.S. Copyright Office.

  • Print and eBook Distribution: Distribution to all major online retailers:

  • Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo, etc.

  • Indie bookstores, libraries, and select chain bookstores in the writer’s local city.

  • Print-on-Demand (POD): Setup for POD services with Ingram Spark or Amazon KDP.

Author Support:(*Some services have additional fees)

  • Sales Tracking and Royalty Reports: Monthly sales tracking and royalty reporting.

  • *Contest Entries: Up to three entries into relevant writing contests.

  • Advertisement: Featured on our website, newsletter, and email list.

  • Social Media Templates: Up to three different mock-up templates with copy

  • Press Release Template: (One radio and one print press release template complementary Services)

  • 45-Minute Group 2P Coaching Session (Additional Fees Involved)

  • *Up to five Author Copies: Five complimentary author copies of the final printed book.

  • ***Advanced Reader Copies (ARCs): Up to five ARCs for early reviews, reader engagements and feedback.

  • Discounts: Discounts on writing workshops, retreats, and author services offered by Southern Momentum Publishing House.

  • Community Building: Access to a private Facebook group, with opportunities to meet and connect with other authors and build community.

*At the discretion of the publisher and team review

**For individual writers who publish their books with Southern Momentum Publishing House

***For individual authors with 50-75 pre-sales units or $750-$1000 in pre-sales revenue