FAQs

We believe that stories reflect the storyteller. A Baptist storyteller is a writer whose core faith beliefs align with our Baptist faith. While every story may not always have obvious Baptist themes, they should reflect the basic tenets of our faith.

Under our hybrid press, you can choose how to publish your work. You can submit your book according to our Traditional Submission Guidelines or choose the self-publishing services you need to publish independently.

Traditionally published books will be marketed along with the press automatically.

Self-published books can be listed in our future bookstore if the author chooses. Remember that we reserve the right not to list your book if it falls outside our publication policies.

We do allow you to switch your publishing path if you choose. Remember that during the switch you will be subject to any contractual agreements already signed. These situations will be discussed on a case-by-case basis.

Yes. In both the traditional and self-publishing path, you will receive a thorough questionnaire regarding your vision for your book cover and layout design. You will receive two to three different book face options to choose from after the questionnaire. We will do our best to deliver a design that fits both your vision and the vision of our press.

Yes. In both the traditional and self-publishing path, you will receive a thorough questionnaire regarding your vision for your book cover and layout design. You will receive two to three different book face options to choose from after the questionnaire. We will do our best to deliver a design that fits both your vision and the vision of our press.

Yes. If you choose self-publishing services, you will receive an option to pay the service amount right away or set up a monthly payment plan. The monthly plan will differ based on each service.

Yes. We offer e-ARC copies to readers who agree to leave a review within a specified time. ARC opportunities will be announced on our social media outlets as they become available. 

At this time, we do not offer additional marketing or publicity services.

You are not required to purchase your books. You can tell your audience where to buy your book in different formats.

If you need physical copies for an upcoming event or for your own use, you can purchase author copies from us at a discounted price. Email us directly for details about requesting author copies.

You may submit a request for e-ARCs to be sent to specific readers. Compile an email list and forward it to our team. We’ll be sure to deliver the e-ARCs requested by your readers.