The Calling Tree Press Path
We offer both traditional publishing contracts (select titles, fully funded by us) and
hybrid partnership contracts (where authors co-invest in their book’s journey with generous royalties).
No matter the type of contract entered into, each provides professional editorial, design, distribution, marketing assistance, and our imprint credibility.
How Do We Decide?
Each submission is reviewed and assessed for mission alignment, required lift, market analysis, and resources available (financial, human, time, etc.) Our aim is not to be a subjective gatekeeper normally experienced in the publishing industry, but rather a gardener of growth, light, and progress. We will offer the best path to get your work into the world.
Publishing Path Options
Publishing is not a one-time decision, but a journey. The path you take toward putting your work into the world depends on how much control you want, how fast you want it out there, the quality with which you want to present it, and your why.
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There are three overarching paths you can take - traditional, hybrid, or self-publishing. See the graph below to glance at the major differences between each journey.
Still not sure which path is right for you? Here is a summary that may help.
*Note that some Hybrid Publishers are only a fee-for-service company. You, as the author, pay to play. They will produce anything you want to pay for. They don't often care about quality. Please do your research and understand what the hybrid publisher is offering you.