Author Parlays Wheatmark's Self Publishing Service to Seal Deal with Trade
Publisher, Sourcebooks, Inc.
Leverages Wheatmark Inc.'s 'novel' self-publishing services to position
title as attractive acquisition for 'traditional' publishing houses; successfully
sells U.S. and U.K. rights to international trade publisher
TUCSON, AZ April 28, 2006 - Wheatmark, Inc. (www.wheatmark.com), an industry
leading self-publishing service focused on helping authors "break through,"
today announced that an author within its ranks--Steven Keslowitz--has sold
the U.S. and U.K. rights for his book, The World According to The Simpsons,
to international trade publishing house Sourcebooks, Inc. for an undisclosed
sum.
A decidedly satisfied Keslowitz notes, "Working with [Wheatmark] since 2003
has been a great experience. I have learned a lot about many aspects of the
book trade. It has been great working directly with you and your staff on aspects
of writing, designing, marketing, and selling The Simpsons and Society…I
will continue to refer prospective authors to your company."
Keslowitz, a University Scholar in the CUNY Honors College at Brooklyn College,
journalist and sought-after lecturer, originally self-published his work, initially
titled The Simpsons and Society: An Analysis of Our Favorite Family and Its
Influence in Contemporary Society, using Wheatmark's cost-effective, comprehensive
self-publishing services, which include personal one-on-one author support;
customized book layout and full color cover design, ISBN, LCCN and other bibliographic
registrations; as-needed electronic interior and cover proofs; print publication,
and distribution through Ingram Book Company, Bertrams, Amazon.com, and major
online bookstores. Upon publication, Wheatmark authors also benefit from free
sample copies of their written work, substantial author discounts, royalties
management, and marketing and PR support.
Wheatmark author Merilee A. Kern concurs, having commented, "In considering
all options for publishing my fictional children's book, It's Not Your Fault
That You're Overweight: A Story of Empowerment, Enlightenment and Accomplishment
for Overweight and Obese Kids, I chose Wheatmark since they allowed me to
get a professionally designed book to market through leading online book retailers,
such as Barnes and Noble online and Amazon, in short order at a decidedly low
cost, while also in a format appropriate for consideration by bookstores and
other volume book buyers. Most importantly, Wheatmark's Publishing Agreement
does not preclude me from fielding signing deals with major traditional publishing
houses, which I am actively pursuing through a literary agent with whom I've
contracted. As with most things in life, it's good to keep options open."
"Steven Keslowitz's success in having his title picked up by a notable trade
publisher exemplifies the full potential that self publishing provides to aspiring
authors," said Sam G. Henrie, founder and president of Wheatmark and president
of the Arizona Book Publishing Association. "Our self publishing services assure
both aspiring and established writers will get their work to market economically,
expediently, and with traditional book publisher results."
About Wheatmark, Inc.
Founded in 1999, Wheatmark, Inc. is a leading purveyor of self-publishing services.
The company provides aspiring and established authors with publishing, distribution,
marketing, editorial, and book design services that support authors' sales and
marketing efforts. Wheatmark is revolutionizing the self-publishing industry
by marrying the power of digital and other modern technologies with the virtues
of the traditional publishing model. Headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, Wheatmark
can be reached through its Web site at http://www.wheatmark.com.
Press contact: Merilee Kern, Kern Communications, 858-577-0206, merilee@kerncommunications.com.
