Self-Publishing Frequently Asked Questions

Wondering what it takes to publish a book? Please browse our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about our book publishing company and self-publishing. If you have any questions about how to publish a book, publishing houses, or submitting your manuscript, please call a Publishing Consultant on 0800 1974150 for more information.

Top 5 Most Frequently Asked Questions

1. What do I need to know before I pursue Self Publishing with AuthorHouse? 
2. How does Print-On-Demand Technology work? 
3. Is copyrighting a book necessary before I self publish my book with AuthorHouse? 
4. Do I need an ISBN number to self publish with AuthorHouse? 
5. Do I need a Literary Agent to Self Publish a book? 

AuthorHouse UK Web Site Updates

• We made some Web site updates on October 3, 2010. What has stayed the same and what has improved? 

More about our Self Publishing Company

• How is AuthorHouse different from standard Publishing Houses and Self Publishing Companies? 
• What type of Self Publishing Company is AuthorHouse? 
• What do I need to know before I pursue Self Publishing with AuthorHouse? 
• Do I need a Literary Agent to Self Publish a book? 
• What is independent publishing? What are the advantages of independent book publishing? 
• What is the Author Learning Center?

Additional Resources for Online Submission

• Manuscript Submission Guide 
• Image Optimization Guide
• Marketing Text Guidelines for Submission 
• Walking Through an Online Submission 
• Book Publication Checklist 
• Production Timeline 
• Enhance Your Online Visibility with Keywords

Custom Illustrations

• Why am I required to compete a Custom Illustration RAD form? 

How to get published at our Book Publishing Company

• How to publish a book: What is Book Self Publishing? 
• How do I submit a book for publishing? 
• How does the Book Publishing process work?  
• Is copyrighting a book necessary before I self publish my book with AuthorHouse? 
• Do I need an ISBN number to self publish with AuthorHouse? 

How to use our Self Publishing Company

• How does AuthorHouse promote my book? 
• How does Print-On-Demand Technology work? 
• Will my Self-Published Book with AuthorHouse be returnable? 

Book Order

• How Do I Order Copies of My Book? 
• What Discounts Can I Enjoy? 
• What if I Want to Order by Bulk? 

Christian Publishing: how to publish a Christian Book

• How do I find Christian Publishers or a Christian Publishing Company? 

Poetry Publishers: how to get your Poem Published

• How do I find Poetry Publishers or a Poetry Publishing Company? 

Fiction Publishing: how to get your Novel Published

• How do I find a publisher for my fiction novel? 

Self Publishing Your Biography or Memoir

• How do I find a publisher for my biography or memoir? 

Self Publishing a Historical Fiction Book

• How do I find a publishing company for my historical fiction book? 

Self Publishing a Self-Help Book

• How do I find a publishing company for my self-help book? 

Self Publishing a Science Fiction book

• How do I publish a science fiction book?