Why should I publish with Iguana?
As a hybrid publisher, we are an excellent choice for authors and poets who either don’t fit the profiles sought by traditional publishing gatekeepers or already have their own audience and, therefore, do not need a traditional publisher. We offer top-quality editorial, production, and distribution services to our authors, and we pay royalties that are up to nine times higher than those offered by traditional publishers.
How does Iguana decide if my manuscript gets published?
Someone from our team looks at each manuscript submitted. Then we determine whether we think we can work with the author to make a book that meets our standards. We assess the amount of editorial work needed to publish your book and break it down so that you can see what each stage will cost.
What is the process of publishing a book with Iguana?
We work with an author to produce a book to a high professional standard. This includes editing and proofreading, preparing the interior and cover designs, formatting, and providing full distribution to online bookstores throughout the world, in both print and ebook format, including library distribution. We do not accept mediocrity.
Do I retain the copyright of my books published with Iguana?
Yes! When you publish with us, you retain the copyright. You just give us permission to use the material.
Where will my books be sold?
Our print and electronic books are sold in online bookstores around the world. We have over 70 distribution channels. Readers will be able to access your book on a Kindle, Kobo, or Nook and through iBooks.
Will my book get into traditional bricks-and-mortar bookstores?
No, bricks-and-mortar bookstores are not part of our distribution network. We have no problem, however, if our authors want to approach bricks-and-mortar bookstores to arrange to have their book sold. Many independent bookstores, and some mainstream ones, offer commission arrangements to hybrid-published authors.
How much will it cost me to publish a book with Iguana?
When you submit a manuscript, we will estimate how much it will cost to bring your book to a professional level. The estimate will vary depending on the length of the book and what level of editing your book requires. Our estimate will break down, step by step, the cost at each stage. We also encourage authors to crowdfund, since a successful campaign means that the author might not have to supply any of the funds needed to produce their book.
What is print-on-demand?
Print-on-demand means that books are not printed until an order is placed for them. There is no stock of pre-printed copies. This technology allows books to be printed individually or in small quantities, which eliminates the need to store and warehouse books. Our books are print-on-demand and printed by Lightning Source. Big online bookstores like Amazon will start to warehouse quantities of print-on-demand titles if there is a demand for them. Whoever ordered the book pays for the printing. If someone buys a copy on Amazon, our printer prints one copy and ships it in an Amazon mailer. If someone buys a copy at Barnes & Noble, the printer prints one copy and ships it in a B&N mailer.
I do a lot of author events. Can I order print copies of my book?
To hand-sell at conventions and events and for your own use, most of our authors buy a case or two of their book (which saves on the printing and a lot on the shipping) and order another case when their inventory is running low.
How long will it take to publish my book?
Four months is typical.
Will Iguana provide marketing for my book?
No, we’re a production company, but we can refer you to book marketers and publicists.
What are the royalty rates? And how often are royalties paid?
Our authors’ royalty rate is 85% of net revenue on ebooks and 10% of the cover price on print books. We pay royalties twice per year.
More questions?
Please read our contract(PDF). Have even more questions? Email info@iguanabooks.ca.