COMPLETE PUBLISHING SERVICES

Publishing a book is an exciting, but frequently stressful time.

Best Legenz specializes in taking the anxiety out of self-publishing.

We engage editors, proofreaders, cover and internal designers, printers, and monitor editing and production schedules. We will discuss with you how long each step takes, and when best to publish your book to gain maximum advantage of the market.

If the book is not correctly designed and does not contain the appropriately displayed bar code, ISBN, copyright, Library Of Congress number, etc, it will not be carried by bookstores and will not sell to libraries.

Best Legenz makes the once daunting task of self-publishing your book seem almost effortless.Your name and work in print will be one of your most exciting and rewarding experiences.

Initial appraisal
Typing
Ghost writing
Researching
Editing
Photos
Cover design
Text design
ISBN registration
CIP
Barcode
Printing and binding
Book launch
Publicity
Legal deposits
Legal reviews
Distribution

Initial appraisal
It is a well-accepted fact that authors are too close to their work to make an independent appraisal of their writing style or the structure of their content. Authors are welcome to submit a section, perhaps two or three chapters, to one of our editors for an assessment of the strengths and weaknesses in the manuscript.

Typing
This service is offered to those who prefer to submit a hand written manuscript, a cassette tape, or do not have access to a PC or Macintosh computer.

Ghost writing
You have the ideas for a sensational best seller but doubt your ability to convert your ideas into words. Help and success are at hand, one of our writers will work with you to put your ideas onto paper.

Some ideas are worth gold, don't let then stay buried because you believe you don't have a way with words.

Researching
Our researchers will find the correct spelling of names or carry out detailed archival research on your behalf.

Editing
Many believe editing is simply the process of checking and correcting spelling, punctuation and grammar. Nothing could be further from the truth. Our editors work with you to make sure that what you say commands the attention and respect your ideas deserve.

Best Legenz offers a full range of editorial services.

Editor's Report
Your manuscript is read and a written report provided. This report will outline the manuscript's strengths and will suggest ways in which the work can be improved. The notes provided will be comprehensive and direct and focus on the fundamentals, rather than the detail. The editor will provide you with constructive criticism and specific suggestions, showing how you can rework your manuscript to improve it rather than marking up the specifics of correct presentation and spelling.
Issues covered will range from grammar, syntax and expression to engagement with 'big picture' concerns such as structure, voice, characterisation, point of view and narrative logic.

Structural editing
Structural editing is a specialised service demanding considerable experience. Structural editing involves developing the logic and flow of a piece of writing, shaping and presenting the text in harmony with its internal progression.
The editor will:
• consider the content and structure of the work;
• analyse the storyline and its development;
• evaluate who the characters are, what they do and say and why;
• evaluate the tone, level and approach;
• appraise the writing itself.

Copy-editing
This skilled service provides a meticulous copy-edit of your manuscript. The editor’s task is to produce a clear, objective, straightforward and concise text.
The editor will:
• correct structural inconsistencies;
• review grammar, syntax, style, terminology and consistency;
• correct English spelling mistakes;
• work with the author to ensure factual accuracy and consistency.

Proofreading
This is the important final step in the process of publication that involves a final check of a manuscript for inconsistencies. It ensures that the final text is well presented and free from errors, and that every aspect of the design is in order.

You will feel confident in releasing your book that is well presented and free from errors

Photos
Our photographic specialist will repair damaged photos where necessary, and scan and prepare your photos ready for printing.

Cover design
Covers sell books.Despite the saying that 'you can't judge a book by its cover,' a critical selling factor for any book is the cover.

A cleverly designed cover tempts a prospective buyer to pick up a book. It also offers an invitation to open the book.

The back cover should alert prospective buyers to what is in the book and arouse their curiosity.

Text design
Book designs really do influence sales. This is specialist task, which involves the process of laying out the manuscript in the way it will appear and that best suits your style of book.

As well as influencing the potential buyer to purchase your book a skilled designer can make it more readable and take into account any special needs of your book's audience.

A book that looks professional stands a better chance of being supported by retailers—the easier your book is for booksellers to order and sell, the more likely they are to do so.

ISBN registration
All books sold in bookshops require an ISBN (International Standard Book Number) which will be printed on the imprint page and on the cover. The ISBN is a unique number that is primarily used as an ordering device for the retail book trade. It is internationally applied and recognized, and as such makes it much easier for people all over the world to find your work.

CIP
All books require CIP (Cataloguing-in-Publication) which will be printed on the imprint page. It involves the preparation of a cataloguing entry for a book before the book is published.

Barcode
The barcode, representing a product's number in a form which can be read by an electronic barcode scanner, is used by publishers, booksellers and libraries to order, sell and manage books using computerised inventory and cataloguing systems. The barcode should be included on the back cover of the book, for ease of use. Best Legenz will organize the barcode for you.

Printing and binding
Best Legenz can arrange to have one or 10,000 quality books printed at the most economical rate through well established and quality printing companys. We ensure that your book is delivered will in advance of the launch.

Book launch
Tradition dictates that books be launched. Organizing guest lists, invitations, venues and themes is a daunting task.
Best Legenz will work with you to coordinate your book launch.

Publicity
We will organize a strategic campaign involving national, metropolitan and regional radio, television and press coverage, produce a media release kit emphasising your book's unique qualities clearly and interestingly, and assist with book signing sessions.

Legal deposits
Best Legenz will ensure that your book complies with all library laws regarding legal deposits.

Legal reviews
Best Legenz can arrange for a legal review of your manuscript.

Distribution
Bookshops prefer to deal with established distributors and Best Legenz will organize distribution for approved clients through a well-known and reputable agency.