Book Publishing for Experts and Business Leaders

We help experts, business leaders, and first-time authors publish books that build authority and attract clients.

Award-winningALLi Partner200+ books

Our Authors

Real Authors. Real Books.

Experts, entrepreneurs and storytellers we’ve helped bring their books to readers.

Carol Quigless with The Dr. Milton D. Quigless, Sr. Story
Carol QuiglessThe Dr. Milton D. Quigless, Sr. Story
Dr. Tammy O’Rourke with Tammy Talks Hormones
Dr. Tammy O’RourkeTammy Talks Hormones
Rachel Bickham with An Entrepreneurial Leap
Rachel BickhamAn Entrepreneurial Leap
Raeanna Layfield with Forage & Eat with the Seasons
Raeanna LayfieldForage & Eat with the Seasons
James Logiste with Beyond Average
James LogisteBeyond Average
Doniazad Jebara with The Village That Raised Me
Doniazad JebaraThe Village That Raised Me
Joanna Pineda with When It Mattered Most
Joanna PinedaWhen It Mattered Most
Joy Butts with Two Lives
Joy ButtsTwo Lives
Michele Satchell with Evolve Freely
Michele SatchellEvolve Freely
Shawn Patrick with Why Knot Us
Shawn PatrickWhy Knot Us
Isaac O. Ebhohimhen with The Strategic Newcomer
Isaac O. EbhohimhenThe Strategic Newcomer
Sarah Gibson and Abbey Walsh with Empowered Weight Loss
Sarah Gibson & Abbey WalshEmpowered Weight Loss

PUBLISHING PACKAGES

Choose the Package That Fits Your Goals

Every package includes hardcover, paperback and ebook editions, a dedicated project manager, and 100% of your royalties and rights.

AuthorPad

Publish

For authors with a finished manuscript who want a beautifully produced book, everywhere readers buy. Editing available as an add-on.

US$3,500payable in 2 installments

AuthorPad + Editing

Edit + Publish

For authors with a complete manuscript who want it professionally edited, proofread and published by one team.

US$6,000payable in installments

AuthorPad Plus

Publish + Position

For leaders and experts who want their book launched as an authority asset.

US$10,500payable in installments

AuthorPad Signature

Publish + Position + Perform

Everything in AuthorPad Plus, plus audiobook production, for maximum reach in print, digital and audio.

US$15,500payable in installments

Also from The Publishing Pad

TPP Creative: Design for Your Business

Brochures, presentations, brand identities and websites for businesses, proofread before delivery.

Explore TPP Creative

HOW IT WORKS

From Manuscript to Launch in Four Steps

  1. Tell us about your book. Share your goals and where your manuscript stands. We recommend the right path and send you a clear quote.
  2. Choose your package. Pick a publishing package or individual services. Payment plans are available.
  3. We build your book. Editing, design and production, managed by a dedicated project manager who keeps you updated at every stage.
  4. Launch and beyond. Your book goes live in print and ebook with major retailers, backed by a launch plan to reach the right readers.
WHY THE PUBLISHING PAD

Why Authors Choose The Publishing Pad

Guided at every step

A dedicated project manager and a team that answers your questions quickly, so you always know what happens next.

Built to grow your authority

Positioning, Amazon optimization and marketing assets that help your book attract clients, speaking invitations and media.

Your vision, elevated

We listen first, then bring the editing, design and strategy that make your book look and read like it came from a traditional publisher.

Your book, your rights

You keep 100% of your royalties and 100% of your copyright.

KIND WORDS

What Our Authors Say

★★★★★
“I can’t recommend The Publishing Pad enough. Chisom and her team guided me through the entire drafting, editing, formatting, publishing, and promotion process. They responded to all my questions, gave meaningful edits, created a gorgeous cover, formatted my book to my exacting requirements, helped me with the copyright registration, and secured my ISBN number. … My book was #1 in multiple categories for many straight days and I’m just getting started.”
Joanna Pineda
Joanna PinedaAuthor, When It Mattered Most
★★★★★
“The Publishing Pad is an outstanding partner for any author. Their team combines professionalism, creativity, and genuine care in every step of the publishing journey. They not only guided me through editing, design, and production, but also helped shape the larger strategy to ensure my book launch was successful. What impressed me most was their ability to listen to my vision and elevate it with practical expertise and thoughtful execution.”
Daphne Latimore
Daphne LatimoreAuthor, Leadership Trilogy
★★★★★
“Wow, exceptional experience! I just released my first book and as a hormone prescriber with my PhD, I knew almost nothing about publishing a book. Chisom walked me through every step and her attention to detail is outstanding. Excellent, ongoing communication through Basecamp.”
Dr. Tammy O’Rourke
Dr. Tammy O’RourkeAuthor, Tammy Talks Hormones

JUST PUBLISHED

New Releases from Our Authors

When It Mattered Most book cover by Joanna M. Pineda

When It Mattered Most

Joanna M. Pineda

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Tammy Talks Hormones book cover by Dr. Tammy O’Rourke

Tammy Talks Hormones

Dr. Tammy O’Rourke

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Better book cover by Beverly Nicholson

Better

Beverly Nicholson

Pre-order on Amazon
BOOKS WE’VE WORKED ON

Our Portfolio

A look at some of the 200+ books we’ve helped bring to life.

When It Mattered Most book cover
Tammy Talks Hormones book cover
Cinderella Effect book cover
Writing Business Decision Papers book cover
Horse Sense, Business Sense book cover
The 4S Framework book cover
An Entrepreneurial Leap book cover
You Should Be a Coach book cover
So You Got the Privacy Officer Title. Now What? book cover
RUG book cover
Human Capital at the Core book cover
Two Lives book cover
Voices of Strength and Hope book cover
Strategic Newcomer book cover
The Power of Presence book cover
Crypto Wealth Without Wall Street book cover
Empowered Weight Loss book cover
The Little Guide to Big Success book cover

Not Sure Where to Start?

Get The Complete Book Publishing Checklist: a free step-by-step guide from idea to published book, so you know what’s involved before you spend a dollar.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to publish with you?

Our publishing packages start at US$3,500 and are payable in installments. Individual services, such as editing, are quoted per project. Book a discovery call or request a quote and we’ll recommend the right fit.

How long does it take?

Most books take 3 to 9 months, depending on your manuscript and the services you choose. You’ll get a clear schedule with your quote, before you commit.

Do I keep my rights and royalties?

Yes. You keep 100% of your royalties and 100% of your copyright.

Where will my book be sold?

Your book is distributed to Amazon and other major online retailers, and made available to bookstores and libraries worldwide.

My manuscript isn’t edited yet. Can you still help?

Yes. Our editors offer developmental, line and copy editing, and proofreading. You can book editing on its own, or we can build it into your publishing plan so your book goes from draft to launch with one team.

Do you work with first-time authors?

Absolutely. Many of our authors are publishing for the first time, and we guide you through every step.

Ready to Publish a Book You’re Proud Of?

Tell us about your book in a free 15-minute call. We’ll recommend the right path and send you a clear quote and next steps.