Full-Service Done-For-You Hybrid Publishing

Stacks Publishing as Your Hybrid Publisher

Building Books That Build Authority

At Stacks Publishing, we believe that books are platforms for ideas, authority, and transformation. We exist to champion authors whose lived experience and expertise can change the way others see the world.

Our Mission and Vision

Stacks Publishing seeks out unique and emerging voices in non-fiction, particularly in memoir, self-help, and business, where lived experience meets insight.

Our mission is to help authors build a business or brand around the authority their book creates, combining the craftsmanship of traditional publishing with the entrepreneurial freedom of independent publishing.

We look for books that blend purpose with professionalism — manuscripts that have something original to say, grounded in authenticity and expertise. Every book we publish reflects our belief that story and strategy belong together.

Vetting Submissions

Stacks Publishing is highly selective about what we publish. We evaluate each project for quality, audience fit, originality, and alignment with our mission. Our editorial team assesses proposals based on writing strength, market potential, and author readiness.

We are not currently accepting open submissions, as our publishing schedule is fully committed. When open, submissions are limited to a short submission window, ensuring every book we take on receives the focus it deserves.

Transparency and Integrity

We pride ourselves on clarity, honesty, and fairness in all our dealings. From our first conversation through to post-launch reporting, every cost, responsibility, and timeline is clearly outlined.

We provide realistic expectations around sales potential and marketing outcomes — no inflated promises, no gimmicks, no hidden fees. Our reputation rests on the success of our authors and the trust we build with them.

Contracts and Author Rights

Each author receives a clear, negotiable publishing agreement written in plain language. It outlines the full scope of our partnership, including:

• The duration and terms of the agreement

• Responsibilities of both parties

• A rights reversion clause ensuring authors can reclaim their rights after the agreed term

• Transparency around royalties and accounting

We encourage authors to review contracts with their own legal or industry advisors. Every book is a partnership, and clarity is the foundation of that relationship.

Our Imprint and ISBNs

When you publish under Stacks Publishing, you publish under our official imprint. We take full responsibility for acquiring and managing ISBNs, ensuring every title is properly registered, discoverable, and distributed under our publishing name.

This distinguishes our hybrid publishing model from simple service providers — your book is not self-published; it becomes part of our professional publishing list.

Publishing to Industry Standards

Stacks Publishing adheres to the highest professional publishing standards for content, design, and production quality. Our books meet or exceed recognised benchmarks across the global publishing industry — including:

• Proper front and back matter formatting

• Professional editing (developmental, copy, and proofing)

• Consistent use of style guides (typically The Chicago Manual of Style)

• Professionally designed interiors and covers optimised for both print and digital reading

• ISBN, copyright, and Library of Congress (or relevant local body) registration where applicable

We treat each book as a showcase of best-practice publishing.

Editorial and Design Excellence

Every book we publish is managed by an experienced publishing team — including developmental editors, copyeditors, proofreaders, designers, and project managers.

We collaborate closely with our authors but maintain final responsibility for editorial and design quality to ensure that every title meets professional standards and market expectations.

Publishing Formats and Rights

We publish in both print and digital formats, and explore opportunities for audio, translation, and derivative rights where appropriate. Authors retain the ability to negotiate and retain selected rights, ensuring flexibility for future growth and adaptations.

Stacks Publishing manages the complex technical, legal, and logistical aspects of publishing so authors can focus on building their audience and platform.

Distribution and Marketing

Stacks Publishing goes beyond uploading files to online retailers. We manage ISBNs, metadata, and global distribution through major channels, ensuring availability through Amazon, IngramSpark, and other wholesalers.

Every hybrid-published author receives a custom marketing plan tailored to their goals, including:

• Category and keyword optimisation

• Book launch strategy and timeline

• Author platform and audience growth guidance

• Access to the Stacks ecosystem — including The Substack Bookstore, Author Growth, and Editorial Reviews communities

This ensures visibility and credibility far beyond a single book launch.

Sales Performance

Our track record speaks for itself: 100% of authors who have launched through our premium campaigns have achieved #1 in at least one Amazon category, often across multiple countries.

We focus on targeted category strategy, author visibility, and long-term audience building — ensuring books not only launch well but continue to sell and support the author’s professional goals.

Author Royalties

Stacks Publishing provides 70% of net royalties to the author, significantly higher than traditional publishing rates.

This reflects our hybrid model, where authors contribute to the upfront costs of production and marketing but retain the lion’s share of ongoing earnings.

Royalties are reported transparently, with detailed sales statements and payment schedules clearly outlined in each author’s contract.

Why Choose Hybrid Publishing with Stacks?

When you choose to hybrid publish with Stacks, you’re choosing partnership over transaction.

You gain:

• A professional publishing team that treats your book like its own

• Strategic guidance from an experienced marketing-led publisher

• Ownership of your voice, credibility, and long-term rights

• The confidence that your book will meet global publishing standards

For authors ready to build more than a book — for those ready to build a legacy — Stacks Publishing is your home.