FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND PUBLISHING GUIDE

Q. Can I make changes to the book?

You can make changes to the book right up until you receive and check the final (Proof) copy - this is usually in the form of a PDF file - and before the sample copy is printed. If any changes are required once you have received your sample copy, an additional charge will be made for any changes other than errors by us or the print setup. Therefore, to save yourself additional expense it is imperative that the initial manuscript (the final Proof copy) is as near perfect as possible. Please see section Our Standard Service Copy-Editing and Design Process.

Q. Does the ISBN need to be changed for a reprint?

The usual rules apply. A new format would require a new ISBN which is the writer's responsibility. A switch to digital printing with no change in format will not require an ISBN change.

Q. Who is responsible for advising Whitaker, Book Data etc.?

This remains the responsibility of WRITERSWORLD.

Q. Can digitised text be used in other formats?

Yes. If the file is supplied in digital form this is a straightforward exercise. If we have produced a file by scanning a book the file will need to be reformatted which could take up to 30 days. This will incur an additional charge.

Q. How can I reuse the digital file?

It can be reformatted to enable it to be used electronically and downloaded via the internet to a PC or to other e-book readers.

Q. Who is responsible for clearance of digital rights?

It is the writer's responsibility to obtain clearance for all text and illustrations for digital use. Our contract requires that you indemnify us against any infringements of other people's copyright, and where appropriate supply us with written proof.

Q. Can I change the price?

The price is partly dictated by the cost of production, i.e. the bigger the book the more the cost, but there is some leeway in setting the price in conjunction with WRITERSWORLD. Please see section Print Costs.