Benefits for Our Authors

On The Fringe Press positions itself as a publishing house that respects the author’s work and vision. We offer a more collaborative experience with greater transparency and flexibility compared to other traditional models.

Retaining Creative Control and Ownership:

  • You Keep Your Rights: Unlike some publishers, you retain ownership and control of your work. This means you decide how your story is used even after publication.
  • Transparent Contracts: We involve legal counsel to ensure you understand all the rights involved in your book. We believe in open communication so there are no surprises.

Flexible and Author-Centric Approach:

  • Focus on Your Vision: We prioritize your creative voice and story. You have a say in everything from editing to cover design.
  • Level of Involvement: You choose how much you want to be involved. We can collaborate closely or handle details while you focus on new projects.
  • Competitive Compensation: We offer higher royalties compared to some traditional publishers, reflecting the value you bring as the author.
  • Understanding Your Goals: We take the time to understand what you want to achieve with your book. Whether it’s maximizing sales or reaching a specific audience, We tailor our approach to help you succeed.

Authors keep their rights.

You retain control of your work. We believe in full transparency, so while we understand the major copyright components, we’ll involve legal counsel with you to ensure you grasp even the intricate details. During this process, some specific rights might be best exercised jointly, but the decision will always be collaborative. Our goal is to be partners, not dictators, and ultimately, all remaining rights stay entirely with you.

Authors maintain creative control.

Your creative vision is our priority. As partners, we respect your voice and story. You have a say in everything, from cover design to editing suggestions. Your level of involvement is entirely up to you. We can collaborate closely, keeping you in the loop at every step, or you can trust us to handle the details while you focus on your next project. We understand the immense effort that goes into writing a book, and respect your need for time and space.

Transparency in Costs and Royalties:

We operate as a traditional publisher, meaning authors don’t incur any upfront costs for editing, design, printing, or distribution. While some publishers may charge fees for returns, we strive for a different approach.

Finding Additional Revenue Streams:

While it might sound too good to be true, we differentiate ourselves by seeking alternative income sources beyond royalties. This allows us to offer authors a larger share of royalties compared to models where publishers recoup expenses solely through book sales.

Examples of Additional Revenue Streams:

  • Grants: We might seek grants to support specific projects.
  • Subsidiary Rights: We might explore selling film or TV rights for your work.
  • Marketing and Events: We might develop creative marketing campaigns or author events that generate additional income.

Sharing the Success:

In all these scenarios, authors benefit alongside On The Fringe Press. While the royalty percentage on book sales might be slightly lower, you’ll still receive a share of the profits from these additional income streams.

Competitive Royalties with Transparency:

We strive to offer authors competitive royalty rates. While our initial goal was to pay even higher royalties, the realities of the publishing industry require a balanced approach.

Sharing the Risk and Reward:

Publishing can be risky, so we invest in your work upfront, assuming some financial risk. To ensure our sustainability and continue offering these benefits, we explore various avenues to generate additional revenue:

  • Crowdfunding: We might launch crowdfunding campaigns to raise funds for specific projects.
  • Donations: We welcome donations from supporters who share our vision.
  • Sponsorships: We might seek sponsorships that don’t compromise authorial control.
  • Discounted Services: We negotiate with contractors to secure high-quality services at a discount.

Benefits for Authors:

  • No upfront costs: You never pay for editing, cover design, printing, or distribution.
  • Higher royalties: Our royalty rates remain competitive, significantly above industry standards for paperbacks and close to double for ebooks. Royalty structures for hardcovers and audiobooks are still under development.
  • Shared Success: In case of any additional income streams generated from your work (like film rights or marketing campaigns), you’ll share in the profits.

Transparency in Contracts:

Our commitment to transparency extends to contracts. Every agreement explicitly states that in the unlikely event our company ceases operation, all rights revert back to the author.

Shared Success Model:

  • Increased Marketing Investment: As the press grows, we plan to reinvest profits into larger marketing campaigns, potentially leading to national and international exposure. This benefits both authors and the press through increased sales.
  • Transparent Royalty Increases: We aim to raise royalties to their original goals as the press becomes more successful. This will be achieved through addendums to existing contracts, avoiding the hassle of renegotiations.
  • Tiered Royalty System (in development): We are exploring a tiered royalty system, where authors exceeding sales benchmarks receive even higher royalties. This rewards authors who actively contribute to their book’s success.

Author-Centric Approach:

  • Understanding Author Goals: We prioritize understanding each author’s individual goals, whether it’s financial gain, recognition, or building a platform.
  • Tailored Marketing Strategies: Based on author goals, we will develop appropriate marketing campaigns (pricing, contests, etc.) to maximize sales and achieve those goals.

Overall, On The Fringe Press positions itself as a partner, aiming to grow alongside authors and achieve their unique aspirations.