1| 2| 3| 4| 5| 6| 7| 8| What are the costs of placing my manuscript into print? This is a fair and reasonable question but one that requires some research into the needs of the author. The cost of producing a book depends upon a number of factors such as: the size and scope of the project; the simplicity or extravagance of the cover design; the quality and type of paper used; the binding selected; and, the number of copies to be printed. Also, proper typesetting is required to bring the manuscript to Output-Ready PDF files for our printer (an award-winning company that does national books).   An example of pricing for a standard 112 page, soft-cover edition (6 x 9 trim size), using 50# writers offset white paper, would be about $3.45 per book for a 1,000 copy run. This includes supervision of the project, jacket design, and professional printing of books. For larger projects (depending on size, binding, and the number of copies printed) and for additional services (typesetting and the scanning of photos and illustrations), the price could, of course, be higher. The cost will depend primarily on what the author wants and needs, and current market conditions.       We suggest that potential customers spend time developing a listing of their publishing needs and obtain cost estimates from several publishing companies. In this manner, pricing can be evaluated more evenly and more accurately—and we believe you will be happy with our quotation. After a review of your manuscript, and when your project is accepted, Southern Lion Books will provide a good faith estimate of the cost to produce and print your book. Also, we offer a three payment installment plan: 25% when a typesetting estimate is provided; 50% when the final production draft is approved by the author; and 25% upon receipt of the insured, motor freight delivery of your books. Also see, Traditional vs. Cooperative Publishing...more> LET US PUBLISH YOUR BOOK!