Can I publish elsewhere after publishing through Diadem Books?

Yes. Our non-exclusive publishing agreement allows you to pursue arrangements with traditional publishers.

When will my book be ready to buy?

It usually takes around two months to complete the editing and production process, depending on the degree of editing required. Once you receive your first free copy this will also indicate that we have submitted your book to the worldwide book databases. This will allow website retailers to find your book and add it to their websites - we do not have control of when the retailers will add your book to their site and some retailers are faster then others. We always say to our authors that once you receive the first copy of your book, you should then expect to see your book coming for sale on retail websites within 4 to 6 weeks.

Why does the book not have a price on the back?

Bookstores often want to put their own mark-up on a book, and will therefore be reluctant to stock or display books that force them to observe a specific price; also, if after some time the price is increased, this will involve an expensive revision in so far as a new edition will need to be brought out. The author would then be required to pay at least another £50 for a cover revision. The on-line bookstores like Amazon will usually display the book at the RRP (recommended retail price).

What are the bulk discounts for author copies?

50 to 99 books = 5%         100 to 249 books = 10%              250 to 499 books = 20%                                                 500 or more books = 25%

What royalties will l get?

As author, you will receive up to the full 20% of royalties on sales of your book—depending on the level of pricing you choose. We do not restrict the author to a fixed royalty percentage. Instead we will give guidance on what we think the best retail, wholesale and author royalty percentage (amount you earn per book) should be for your book. But the final decision is the author's, so if you wish to change the amount you will earn per book, then this is fine. Royalties will not be paid on books ordered through the author discount method – only books ordered through Amazon.com and other booksellers.

When will I get my royalties?

Royalties are paid out at the beginning of June and beginning of December each year. You will receive a statement saying how much you have earned and how many books have been sold together with a cheque for that amount.

Will my book be in the high street store?

Your book will be added to our distribution list and made available to book wholesalers, and therefore will be available to high street stores. Though high street stores would be able to order your book we cannot guarantee that your book will be stocked on the high street shelves. We should point out that it is unlikely for high street stores to stock your book as they focus on selling traditional printed books and usually do not sell POD (print-on-demand) books - unless you, as the author, can persuade them to stock your book. Bookstores are often very willing to stock the POD books of local authors. Book stores cannot be forced to stock your book - beware of publishers who say they can 'make it happen'.

How is my book distributed?

We submit your book to the database which most booksellers take from. Once your book is submitted to the distribution databases it will appear and be available to purchase from online book stores and be available to wholesalers for 3 years. After this period if you wish your book to still be available to purchase from online stores and wholesalers via our distribution channels then you can pay for further years distribution (at the moment £10 per year of distribution). Your book will continue to appear on the Diadem website and can be ordered by the author from our regular author channel.

Do I keep copyright?

Yes, you as author keep the copyright.

What about quoting from other people's work?

You must be careful when quoting from other authors. See our legal page.

Cam I write about real life people with impunity?

No. See our legal page.

How do I buy my own books?

You can send a cheque to us, or you can pay by credit card using PayPal. First get a quote from us, which will include the price for number of books, your author discount, and postage and package.

Will you market my book?

Promotion is generally in the author's hands, though Diadem Books will also promote your book from its own website at www.diadembooks.com, which is included in the fee. You will receive marketing ideas from us just before your book goes to print.

What are the steps you will take with my manuscript?

See our page How it all works which tells you step by step what will happen.

How many books do you print in the first run?

You will get five free copies when your book is ready. Thereafter you will be able to order as many or as few as you like whenever you like since this is a ‘Print on demand’ system. You may order through us by sending us a cheque or pay by PayPal using your credit card. Firstly though, get a quote from us, which will include the price for number of books, your author discount, and post and packing. Books can be ordered by anyone, of course, either from us or through on-line bookstores like Amazon. Bookstores like Amazon may stock a few books in advance, to ensure quick delivery - especially when it becomes clear that a book is popular. However, if just one book is ordered trough a bookstore like Amazon, then just one copy will be printed to fill the order - i.e. as many copies as required will be printed to order.

What does your editing involve:
Please see our Editing page.

What do previous authors have to say about your services?

We have very encouraging feedback from many authors. Please see our Testimonials page.

For news of what some of our authors have been up to see our News Page.

Read testimonials from some of our authors

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