Further testimonials received from authors who have published their books through Diadem Books
Dear
Charles,—I don’t know
what to write to you to say thanks for making me an international author!
No one else but you thought my work was worth becoming a published novel.
Although many people tell me I am a good creative writer for having
created such a ground-breaking book set in the Congo, written from an
African perspective, what they may not know is that Full
Circle would have remained a dream without your brain and fingers!
I can personally recommend your service to anyone who believes that he or
she has a book in him or her!—Frederick Yamusangie, the author of
Full Circle. Grays, Essex, RM17 6QG.
4 Sept 2003.
I
have no hesitation in recommending Diadem Books to anyone considering
self-publishing. After almost a year of rejection letters from
conventional publishers I was on the verge of giving up on my dream of
being a published writer. Then I discovered Diadem Books and my faith was
restored. 
From
his first letter, Charles was enthusiastic and helpful. The fact that he
knew what I had been through was reassuring. Throughout the whole of the
publishing process he was there to guide me and, more importantly, believe
in me and my book. The final result is a superb book that I could not love
more as a writer who is now ready for anything. I owe it all to Charles
who I now regard as a great friend.—Helen
Cardwell, author of Amber Janusson: Protector of
the Magic Lands. Melton Mowbray,
Leicestershire, LE13 1EJ. 15 Oct 2003.
Charles—I really appreciate all
you have done and am so glad I noticed your advertisement and only
wish I had emailed you earlier for I got the impression from other
publishers I queried about that it was quite an impossible task.
But the main thing is that I did find the perfect publisher and
would like to say thank you. You
have been most helpful, kind and considerate, taking into account
individual requirements. The
light was never switched off, i.e. you kept me in the clear with what
stage everything was at and you work at a very fast rate.
I hope it wasn’t too painful for you munching through my
bull!—Jennifer Morrison, author of Beware of the Bull. Kintore,
by Inverurie Aberdeenshire 19th
January 2004.
Dear
Mr Muller—I would like to say with great admiration, many, many thanks,
for your unique knowledge and comprehensive service.
Also, for the way in which you took authority and commanded the
‘keyboarding’ of my book. I
received a telephone call from a lady in
Rev Arthur S Dunn, author of What the
Bible Says is in Your Hand.
I
just wanted to say in writing Charles how delighted I am having received
the very first copy of the finished book. It looks great! I am most
grateful to you for all your patience in the creating of this book. I know
at times it seems to have gone on and on but the end result looks very
smart doesn’t it! Everyone is delighted with the book including the
owner of the White Rose!
David
Robinson, author of An Expat’s
I
would like to record my thanks for your help and professional advice in
the production of the two books. Without your ever ready advice and
monitoring I would have struggled and still be in the doldrums. I
appreciate your calm and patient manner to overcome my nervousness in
this entirely new world of ‘writing a book’.
Once again my thanks for your efficient service and I look
forward to the next book Debt of
Honour which is well underway. – Roy Bishop MBE, Kent, author of Cry
Havoc! and Bloody Hell.
Thank
you so much for doing both books. I’m very pleased with them. Once
again I send my most grateful thanks for all you have done. – G.
Yvonne Dalton, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, author of Ebony
and Lampwick and Candlegrease.
(1 September 2004.)
Dear
Dr Muller—Having now descended from the dizzy heights of last
Satuday’s euphoria, I’d like to thank you, in writing, for being
with my large family and friends, primarily, for your being the means of
my dream materialising after so many years. I was overwhelmed by the
numbers there on my “BIG DAY” and I’m delighted to say that the
hundred copies indeed have been spoken for.—Louisa Jenkins,
Dear
Charles—Thank you so much for the kind and wonderful way you treated
me during the course of the four books. Four books in one summer,
that’s something! You have made it possible and given me confidence by
taking on my work.—Sally Ramage, Stafford, Lecturer in business compliance at the
University of Wolverhampton, and author of LEGAL AND REGULATORY
FRAMEWORK for BUSINESS in the UK, CIVIL LIBERTIES IN ENGLAND AND
WALES, UK Steel Industry & International Trade, and
AN INTRODUCTION TO
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY.
This
is my second time around at self publishing with Diadem Books and
Charles and
it has been as enjoyable as the first. Once again, from start to finish,
Charles has been a wonder to work with, acting as an agent, editor, and
publisher all rolled into one. And the final product? Absolutely
blooming marvellous. Thanks for yet another brilliantly produced book
Charles! Looking forward to the next time.
—Helen Cardwell, author of
Amber Janusson: Protector of the Magic Lands,
and
Amber
Janusson and the Battle for the Magic Lands.
Melton Mowbray,
Dear
Charles—Despite
the diligence
before the event, it is always
a
little
risky to remit a substantial cheque to someone known only as an
advertiser. My fears, as usual, were groundless.
e
past few weeks. Yes, I guess I could have done it all as a solo flight,
but never within the six weeks from manuscript submission to delivery of
the first copies of my
book.
(Read Colin Edward's review of Have Anything You
Really Really Want.)
Hi!
Praise
the LORD! I want to thank you again from deep within my heart for the
magnificent piece of work in Refresh
Your Heart in Jesus. Thank you so much for the help
you've given me. I know I’ve said this before, but it is worth saying
again, that I’m the best proof of the success of your editing skills.
You have helped me develop the seed of faith in myself as a young writer,
and l say it again -- I’m very proud to be your son in
"Jesus". —
Swaimece Simeon, MULEBA, KAGERA.
Dear
Charles,
wishing to get their work published. In
fact as you know I recommended another writer in our
— Dr
Willie Maartens, author of Mapping
Reality: A Critical Perspective of Science and Religion.
When I was c
H. Muller, who,
from the very outset, did everything possible to encourage me to get on
with my mission. His advice and guidance, and especially his candid
observation, that my memories and experiences would constitute a
valuable record of history, which, without being published, “would be
lost for posterity!”, helped me immensely. A great scholar and author in
his own right, Dr. Muller’s magnanimity in agreeing to write the
Foreword for this book has undoubtedly bestowed on it the much needed
recognition as a useful contribution to an understanding of ethnic
issues in an international perspective. I am indeed grateful to him for
his kind and valuable patronage, and would unhesitatingly recommend him
to any prospective author, young or old.
– Dr K. Paramothayan, author of
Edge of the Lagoon: Some Perspectives of Jaffna. Surrey, May
2007.
Charles
Muller, you are a blessing from heaven! On receiving the first
paperbacks I was completely gobsmacked – they were so perfect in every
detail. They say presentation is everything
and
the finished
publication of JESUS, I TRUST IN YOU is much
better than anything I could have visualised. Thank you also for the
marketing toolkit. You can be sure I will use your services again when
the need arises and will recommend you to fellow writers.
JESUS, I TRUST IN YOU will be a success in
time; however, I intend to give all profits to a worthy cause – children
of leukaemia comes to mind. Thanks again Charles for everything! I hope
I can repay you some day for the trouble you have gone to make JESUS, I
TRUST IN YOU a success. – Thomas Pickup, Author of
Jesus, I Trust in You. Wimborne, Dorset.
21/5/07.
Dear
Charles –
I had the most pleasant surprise today when a
delivery van arrived with a parcel containing my newly published
book! It looks really stunning and I cant thank you enough for the
help you have given me to get it published. Only my wife and I are
aware that the publishing was going ahead so we will have some
explaining to do! Bert Scorgie, author of Tigers Under
the Turf. Inverness, July 2007.
I would
recommend Charles Muller of Diadem Books to any aspiring or established
writer, regardless of the
material top
ic
or the writer's age.
The combination of Charles Muller's long academic and successful family life make him an excellent and discerning agent
I have had seven books of varied nature published under his guidance
Filton Hebbard. 19 October 2007
I
first came into contact with Dr Muller in late 2003 as I searched the
internet desperately for a publisher for my manuscript THE CALL THAT
CHANGED MY LIFE. Prior to that I had experienced several setbacks by
way of rejections. He was an invaluable help not only as an editor but
also in making my dream of becoming a published author come true by
getting the book published both in paperback and in hardcover. He has
since assisted me in publishing two additional titles—A LETTER TO MY
DYING MOTHER: Surviving in the West (2005) as well as BE
ENCOURAGED IN JESUS (Xulon Press 2006). Realizing my goal of
publishing my book has been a very fulfilling experience. Owning to my
busy schedule as a GP, however, I have not been able to dedicate much
time for publicity and marketing. In my opinion in this age when
celebrity sells, it is essential for an unknown author to do exactly
that to gain substantial readership. Still, I cannot suppress the strong
urge in me to write. I have several manuscripts in the pipeline. The
next to be published soon is ADVENTURE GHANA which is an account
of the astounding changes I noticed during my visit to my native Ghana
this year (20070 compared to my last visit there in 1994. As usual I
count on Dr Muller to do the editing that will give the manuscript a
final beautiful touch.
Dr R.Peprah-Gyamfi 23 October 2007
Several
years ago, I paid a vanity publisher called ‘M...... Publishers’ [name
of a famous wizard!] of Devon
some money to have a novel published. The least said about this organisation the better – they proved to be “con artists.”
Therefore, when I saw Charles Muller’s Diadem Books advertised, I was unsure what to do. Finally, I decided I would get in touch with Charles as he was not asking for extortionate amounts of money and I was also tired of approaching mainstream publishers and receiving rejection letters. I have a feeling it is hard to “break into” publishing if you do not have the right contacts or are not well known in some other field.
My book, A Rose and A Star, has recently been published and I am naturally hoping there will shortly be some sales made. I should like to state that Charles has been helpful and friendly throughout the entire publishing process and I hope one day to meet him and his wife in person.
Nancy Beattie (Gloria West), author of A Rose and a Star. Shropshire, 22 October 2007.
As
Proprietor & Editor-in-Chief at Diadem Books, I thoroughly endorse the
work of Charles Muller.
His publishing record as Proprietor, since its inception, has shewn vision, tact & prudence. Although aware of current literary fashions, his work is not bound in by them. It shows great variety, and is noteworthy for its mettle, dash & energy, with its wide selection of material that brings out the warmth and humanity at its centre. His eye is always on the qualities of the work and the merit of the material, whether it be autobiographical, historical, social or fictional, ensuring its human appeal.
As an Editor, he is quick & accurate, paying meticulous attention to the detail of the work, but never losing sight of the overall picture, while remaining encouraging and warmly appreciative of his authors
Roy Holland,. 11 March 2008
Charles
has advised, edited and submitted for me, using POD publishing -
two novels - and I highly recommend him to anyone. Especially if you're
just beginning as a writer or seeking to be published for the first
time. His experience in the field, enthusiasm
for writing of all kinds, professional insight, personable character,
you name it, all add up to a huge bonus (at no extra charge) to the
editing service he provides.
Lisa Ammerman, Florida.. March 2008