TEACH Services, Inc.

Why should I use TEACH Services, Inc. as my publisher?
It is best to have your title published under a well-known imprint. Most national chains and book distributors will not purchase self-published titles. We have an excellent reputation and distribution system that makes your book available nationwide, and even international. We also offer excellent features such as e-book publishing.

Will ABC's buy direct from me, or my non-Adventist publisher?
Would you as an Adventist bookstore buy a book from a non-believing publisher, selling mostly worldly books, offering you an unknown book, from an unknown author, that is purportedly a believer just like you?

Unlike other, non-Adventist publishers, our retail buyers and bookstores know that we only publish materials that are in accordance with Adventist beliefs—thus saving them the worry and time of reviewing new titles or hassle of getting them approved before purchasing. Bookstores also know they can purchase 1 or 100 books with fast service and huge savings on bulk shipping.

Why do I need BISAC, ISBN and LOC codes on each book?
Most chain and larger bookstores require correct bar codes on each book for their electronic scanning at check-out counters. Your title will be registered with Books In Print using the industry’s BISAC (Book Industry Standards and Communications) topic codes, ISBN (International Standard Book Number), and LOC (Library of Congress) number at no extra charge to you.

How much royalty will I get when TEACH Services sells my book?
Unlike some publishers who pay royalties on the discounted sale price, we pay a 10 percent royalty of the Suggested Retail Price to you on every copy of your book that we sell, meaning you will receive almost 3 times the royalties they offer. Beware of unscrupulous publishers who offer inflated royalties by raising the retail price to cover the royalties they would pay out.

Should I have the copyright in my name?
When you wrote your book, your book’s content was automatically copyrighted. However, you may want to have the copyright officially filed with the Library of Congress by filling out the required paperwork yourself—there is a filing fee for this process. Copyright information can be found at www.copyright.gov.

How long does it take to get my book published?
Your book can be done as quickly as three to six months from start to finish. During this time, we will edit, typeset, and design your book. This timeframe also includes the proofing stages where you, as the author, will sign off on the edited manuscript and designed book. This timeframe depends on how quickly you sign off on drafts and proofs and if you submit additional changes during the production process.

Do I have to pay for my job all at once?
No. Most books are paid in three (3) equal installments. One-third down when you begin, the second third when editing of your manuscript is complete, and the last third before your book goes to press. (Six-, nine-, and twelve-payment options are also available.)

May I sell my book retail, through seminars, book signings, etc.?
Yes. TEACH Services sells your book via our Web site and to wholesalers. We encourage you to sell your book by any means you choose.

Will TEACH Services ever stop carrying my book?
Each title is listed in a nationwide catalog for free for the first year. There is a small fee for each additional year you desire to keep it listed in the catalog, and as long as it listed in the catalog, we will keep it available in print. If you choose to not have it listed any longer, we may choose to discontinue carrying your book.

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