Our Services

Ballast Books founder Andy Symonds working with Eddie Gallagher on his manuscript.

Ghostwriting

Our team of professionals specialize in ghostwriting. Select a ghostwriter that best matches the tone you want your story to have. Aside from the help, the highlight of having a ghostwriter is that you will retain complete editorial control.

Book Development & Editing

Develop your book with us. Our staff of experts will help turn your draft into a stellar finished product. While developing your book, we will provide whatever level of editing you need until perfection is reached. Take advantage of our six-month manuscript program while your book is in development.
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Design

If you need help designing your book, we've got you covered! Our design process is collaborative and extensive! Your input and feedback is a focal point as we create a book cover and interior layout that will jump off the shelves.

Publishing

As a part of the many author services we provide, our ultimate goal is to make sure we're making your book publishing experience simple.  Ballast books are printed at the best facilities in North America. Additional to your book, we make sure to have your stories formatted in e-book and audio format. Telling your story and getting your book published is a big deal that we take seriously.
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Distribution & Fulfillment

We help your book to be seen as well as published. Our distribution team has established relationships with large retailers like Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Costco, Target, Walmart, etc., As well as with independent bookstores and specialty retailers like Brookstone along with smaller gift shops. You’ll have a dedicated sales team pitching your title to book buyers.

Marketing & PR

Ballast’s in-house marketing and public relations team helps to get your book recognized. We make marketing and public relations work for you! Our customized plans include helping you obtain book reviews, press and media tours, book awards, author website, electronic press kit, blog tours, events and signings, public speaking opportunities, social media content and ad campaigns, along with, much more.

Payments & Royalties

Ballast Books not only fulfills retail, direct, and bulk orders but also collects payments and pays you the royalties.A member of our team can discuss how each one of your royalty payments will be delivered to you.

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