Global Publish
Your manuscript is finished and ready to sell everywhere.
From $1,499
- Cover design
- Print and eBook formatting
- ISBNs in your name
- Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo, bookstores and libraries
Full-service book publishing · US-based team
Professional Book Publishing Services for Authors Worldwide
Your manuscript. Professionally edited, designed, and distributed worldwide through Amazon, Barnes & Noble and IngramSpark. You keep 100% of your rights and 100% of your royalties, permanently.
- 100%of your royalties
- 100%of your rights
- $1,499packages start from
Your book, published everywhere readers buy
Start where you are
Where are you with your book?
Pick the one that sounds like you. Each path goes straight to what you need, nothing you don’t.
Have a finished manuscript?Publish it professionallyFrom $1,499
Have the idea, not the manuscript?We’ll help you write itFrom $3,000
Established in your field?Build a book around your expertiseGravitas Press, from $25,000
Need hundreds or thousands of copies?Bulk and institutional printingQuote in one business day
Already published?Republish, relaunch or market itKeep 100% of your royalties
Real Author. Real Book. Verifiable on Amazon.
Four Editions. One Author. Every Result Verifiable on Amazon.
“Honestly, it was awesome. The team handled everything step by step and kept me in the loop the entire time. I never felt lost or overwhelmed, which was really important for me since this was my first time publishing. The biggest thing for me was how easy they made the whole process. They took care of the complicated parts and made it simple for me to just focus on my book.”
Why authors choose Columbia Publication
Your book. Your rights. Your royalties, for good.
Many publishing deals are written to protect the publisher. Ours is built around four commitments to you, and every one of them is in writing.
01
You keep 100% of your rights and royalties
One flat fee, paid once. We take no share of your sales, and your ISBNs are registered in your name.
02
Your price is confirmed in writing
Your specialist confirms the price and everything it includes before work starts. Nothing is added without your approval.
03
One named specialist, start to finish
One person runs your book from the first call to launch day. Not a ticket queue, not a rotating team.
04
You approve every stage
Cover, interior and proofs are reviewed and signed off by you before anything moves forward.
The process
How to publish a book with Columbia Publication
Most books are live in 4 to 9 weeks. You always know what happens next, and who is doing it.
- 1Free · No obligation
Free consultation
Your specialist reviews your manuscript and goals, then builds a clear plan and a written quote for your book.
- 2Weeks 1 to 4
Professional production
Editing, cover design and interior formatting to commercial standards. You approve each element before it moves on.
- 3Weeks 4 to 8
Publishing and distribution
ISBNs in your name, copyright setup, and release to Amazon, IngramSpark and major retailers in print and eBook.
- 4Launch and beyond
Launch and visibility
Amazon keywords, categories and launch planning, included in higher packages or available on its own.
Transparent pricing
Real prices, published up front
Every package is one flat fee. You keep 100% of your rights and royalties, and nothing is added without your approval.
Full Production
You want proofreading and one manager running everything.
From $2,499
- Everything in Global Publish
- Full proofreading
- A dedicated project manager
- Front and back matter
Authority System
Your book should bring clients, speaking work or media.
From $4,999
- Everything in Full Production
- A full copyedit
- Amazon keyword and category optimization
- Author website and press release
Authority Plus
You want full editing, an audiobook and a launch campaign.
From $7,500
- Editorial review at all three levels
- Audiobook production and distribution
- 15 printed copies
- 3-Day Bestseller Launch Campaign
Need one service, such as editing or a cover? Get a custom quote. Want it fully done for you? Gravitas Press executive publishing.
Packages of $4,500 and above can be paid in three stages (50% to start, 25% when editing is complete, 25% at digital proof approval), or in full with a 10% saving.
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Our services
Complete book publishing services, under one roof
End-to-end professional book publishing services, delivered by specialists who stay accountable for your book from start to finish.
Professional book publishing
Manuscript review to global release, managed by one dedicated specialist.
Editing and proofreading
Developmental, copy and proof editing by editors who know your genre.
Cover design and formatting
Genre-matched covers built to Amazon and IngramSpark specifications. You approve every element.
Global distribution
Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Kobo, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble and more, set up at the same time.
Book marketing
Amazon visibility, launch planning and long-term marketing to help readers find your book.
Children’s book publishing
Illustration, age-appropriate layout and distribution to bookstores, libraries and schools.
Self-publishing vs traditional publishing
Which publishing route is right for your book?
The first decision every author faces, compared honestly. Read the full self-publishing guide for more.
| Factor | Traditional publishing | Professional self-publishing with Columbia Publication |
|---|---|---|
| Time to publish | 18 to 36 months (after an agent and a deal) | 4 to 9 weeks |
| Royalty rate | 8 to 15% of list price | Up to 70%, and you keep all of it |
| Your rights | Held by the publisher | 100% yours, permanently |
| Literary agent | Usually required | Not needed |
| Creative control | Limited, the publisher decides | Full, you approve everything |
| Distribution | Markets the publisher selects | Worldwide, major retail platforms |
| Upfront cost | None, but an agent takes a commission | One flat fee, confirmed in writing |
Self-publishing royalties vary by platform. Our flat-fee model means we make no claim on your earnings. Compare self-publishing companies.
Who we work with
Professional book publishing for every type of author
First-time authors
No experience needed. Your specialist explains every decision in plain language and handles the technical work.
Series and experienced authors
Consistent quality and branding across a growing catalog, with the same specialist on each title.
International authors
We handle US and international platform setup, ISBNs and distribution. No US address or bank account needed.
Business authors and experts
Books that build authority and bring in clients, published to commercial standards. See Gravitas Press.
Questions authors ask
Frequently asked questions about publishing a book
Self publishing is worth it for authors who want to retain full control, keep 100% of their rights and royalties, and publish significantly faster than traditional routes allow. With professional publishing services, self-published books are now indistinguishable in quality from traditionally published titles. Authors earn royalties of up to 70% compared to the 8 to 15% offered by traditional publishers, and distribute globally from day one through Amazon KDP, IngramSpark and Kobo.
The best book publishing service assigns a dedicated specialist to your book, retains no rights or royalties, offers flat-fee transparent pricing, and distributes your book globally from day one. Columbia Publication publishes books worldwide through Amazon, Barnes and Noble and IngramSpark using this model. Authors retain 100% of their intellectual property and keep 100% of the royalties the platforms pay them, permanently. No ongoing fees, no hidden costs and no royalty splits with the publishing service.
To get your book published for the first time: (1) Complete your manuscript. (2) Engage a professional editor for developmental editing, copy editing and proofreading. (3) Commission professional cover design and interior formatting. (4) Register an ISBN. (5) Submit to Amazon KDP, IngramSpark and global distribution platforms. Columbia Publication handles all five steps with a dedicated specialist from the start.
Yes. Self-published authors retain 100% of their intellectual property rights permanently. Unlike traditional publishing, where publishers often acquire rights for years or decades, self-published authors own their book entirely. Columbia Publication operates on a flat-fee model with zero rights transfer and zero royalty claims, authors own their books completely, indefinitely. Rights to all formats, editions and derivative works remain with the author at all times.
Professional book publishing costs depend on manuscript length and the services required. Full-service professional publishing packages covering editing, cover design, ISBN registration, global distribution setup and marketing support start from $1,499 (Global Publish), $2,499 (Full Production) and $4,999 (Authority System), with your exact quote built by a specialist in your genre. See the complete self-publishing cost guide for an itemized breakdown with real numbers.
Most books are live in 4 to 9 weeks: typically 4 to 5 weeks for Global Publish and 7 to 9 weeks for Full Production. Books that need deeper editing or illustration take longer, and your specialist confirms the schedule with your quote.
Columbia Publication serves authors across major markets including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, Germany, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Singapore, UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. All platform setup, international ISBN registration and global distribution requirements are handled regardless of the author's country of residence. Authors do not need a US address or US bank account to work with Columbia Publication.
The service includes a manuscript review, editing matched to what your manuscript needs (proofreading is included from Full Production, deeper editing is quoted for your manuscript), cover design, interior formatting, ISBN registration, global platform submission to Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Kobo, Apple Books and other major retailers, and book marketing support. A dedicated publishing specialist is assigned from the initial consultation through to global launch, one person managing the entire project with clear deliverables and full transparency at every stage.
Professional book publishing takes a finished manuscript through editing, cover design, interior formatting, ISBN registration and distribution, with publishing specialists doing the work. The finished book meets commercial standards and is sold through Amazon, IngramSpark and other major retailers at the same time. Read the full publishing guide.
Free publishing resources
Publishing guides for authors
Researching how to publish a book or comparing self-publishing companies? Our guides use real costs, honest comparisons and clear steps.
How to Publish a Book (2026)Complete step-by-step guide
Self Publishing BlueprintManuscript to global distribution
Self Publishing Cost GuideReal numbers, no vague estimates
Best Publishing Companies 2026Honest comparison of all options
Amazon KDP Complete GuidePublish and succeed on Amazon
Book Marketing StrategiesThe complete guide to selling
Self Publishing
How to Self Publish a Book in 2026: Complete Step-by-Step Guide
A complete guide covering every stage of self-publishing, from manuscript preparation to global distribution and marketing.
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Author Advice
Top Mistakes First-Time Authors Make When Self Publishing
The most costly mistakes new authors make, and exactly how to avoid each one before investing in professional publishing.
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Children's Books
How to Publish a Children's Book Successfully
Illustration, design, formatting and distribution requirements, a specialist guide for first-time children's book authors.
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At a Glance
Columbia Publication in Brief
Columbia Publication is a full-service book publishing and printing company operated by Columbia Publishing LLC, a US company, serving authors and organizations in the US and worldwide.
- Pricing
- Publishing packages from $1,499 (Global Publish) to $45,000 (Gravitas). Your price is confirmed in writing before work starts. See packages
- Rights and royalties
- Authors keep 100% of their rights and 100% of their royalties. No royalty split, ever.
- Distribution
- Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books and Kobo, plus bookstores and libraries through IngramSpark. ISBNs registered in the author’s name. Distribution makes your book orderable; it is not a promise of shelf placement or sales.
- Printing
- 100 to 250,000+ copies, with commercial offset runs from 500 copies. Book printing
- Proofing
- A free digital proof on every order. Nothing prints or publishes without your approval.
- Payment
- Under $4,500 paid upfront. $4,500 and above in three stages (50% / 25% / 25%), or in full with a 10% saving.
- Track record
- City of the Gods by Jason Patterson: 21 verified Amazon reviews, 4.7 stars.
- How it compares
- Hiring freelancers through Reedsy runs $2,940 to $5,660; Palmetto Publishing reports a $3,800 average author spend; Scribe Media charges $29,000. Sourced cost index
- Quotes
- A custom quote within one business day. Call +1 (703) 997-9787 or book a free consultation.
- In writing
- Before any payment you receive a written agreement listing scope, deliverables, revision rounds, price, payment schedule and refund terms. Refund policy · Terms · Help centre · Complaints process
- Ownership
- Your Amazon KDP and IngramSpark accounts are in your own name. You receive the final book files and the digital source files when the book is finalized.
- Revisions
- Two revision rounds on every deliverable: cover, interior layout and each editing pass. Ghostwriting includes one round per chapter plus a full-manuscript review. Extra rounds are quoted before any work starts.
- AI use
- None in your book. Editing, design, illustration, formatting and ghostwriting are done by people; AI is used only in our website chat assistant. AI-use statement
- Company
- Columbia Publishing LLC, trading as Columbia Publication. 1550 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22209, USA
Your next step
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