Frequently Asked Questions
Will Ahead of the Press publish my book?
The short answer is YES!
The longer answer is YES, if the manuscript is really yours, if it is well written, well edited, and if you are willing to design or acquire cover art.
Writing a book takes dedication on everyone involved to produce a marketable product… the authors, illustrators, editors, publishers, promoters…… it is all necessary for success.
How do I contact Ahead of the Press?
Please contact us at info@aheadofthepress.com.
May I contact one of the authors?
Sure, send a request to info@aheadofthepress.com and we will make sure the appropriate author receives it.
How do I find the downloaded files on my Kindle?
We recommend purchasing your KINDLE ebook from AMAZON. The book will be automatically downloaded into your KINDLE library. Kindle has proprietary software which makes loading downloaded files difficult.
I enjoy Western novels, what can you recommend?
The Kansas Pirate Trilogy (Pirate Treasure, Strawberry Fields, The Drinking Gourd) is a great post Civil War story of a small broken family homesteading in Kansas. Very quickly you come to know each of the family members and you struggle with them rebuilding trust, friendship and finally letting the power of love weave the entire family back together.
The Hell Hole Saga (First Draw, Audition for a Legend, Strange Bedfellows) is a Western of a different type. This saga focus on Marshal Claw Kiley and his dealings with a growning pains of a small Western town. Both the Kiley and the town are in store for some incredible memories!
And, if you are interested in real history, check out The KEPI, an e-publication available on our site.
What is paranormal romance?
Paranormal romance is romance with “a little extra”. Paranormal romance usually has some fantasy or science fiction elements that take it out of the standard romance genre. In paranormal romance, there could be dragons, wizards, faerie, and other magical beings and intergalactic space travel might be possible. With paranormal romance, the only limit is the author’s imagination to bring out the love between the hero and heroine.
Ahead of the Press can recommend several! Check out our author Betsy J. Bennett‘s page for some great suggestions! All her novels have paranormal elements.
What can I do if I really love a book?
This is our favorite question of all time. Thanks for asking.
First, PLEASE, put a review on AMAZON. This is vitally important for two reasons.
Great reviews help Book browsers become happy book buyers! Secondly advertising our books is also essential to get our authors names out to the public.
Books must have a minimum number of reviews on AMAZON to qualify for inclusion in promotional deals. Without the required number of reviews the book will not even be considered. So reviews are essential and our authors depend on their dedicated readers to provide reviews and help bring their work to a greater audience.
After your great review is entered in AMAZON, tell your friends and family you’ve found an author you love. Spread the word and new authors are on the way to becoming top sellers!
Finally, look to see what else the author has written. Many authors write in series, and even if you have finished one, there may be others available. Check out our authors/ composers page for some ideas!
Does Ahead of the Press take manuscript submissions?
Absolutely! Please contact us at info@aheadofthepress.com, and we will get back to you!
Do you have any job openings?
We have need of book cover designers, editors, and of course authors, composers and artists! Please contact us at info@aheadofthepress.com.
How can I send a book as a gift?
AMAZON provides easy gift giving on their web site. You need to know the email address of the recipient for ebook gifts.
How can I contact an author/musician/artist?
Please contact us at info@aheadofthepress.com, and we will make sure the message is forwarded correctly.