Hybrid Publishing at Xander Press

Hybrid publishing sits between traditional and self-publishing.

At Xander Press, it means this:

• You invest in the publication of your book

• You retain full ownership of your work

• You earn the majority of royalties

We provide the editorial, design, production, and distribution expertise typically found in a traditional publishing house—without taking your rights or controlling your work.

What You’re Paying For

You are not paying to “get published.”
You are investing in how your book is developed, produced, and brought to market.

That includes:

Editorial
Developmental editing, line editing, and copyediting—done by experienced professionals who will tell you what’s working and what isn’t.

Design
A custom cover and professionally designed interior. No templates. No shortcuts.

Production & Distribution
Your book is produced to industry standards and distributed globally through Amazon and Ingram.

Positioning & Metadata
We research categories, keywords, and positioning so your book can be found by the right readers.

Guidance
You are not handed a checklist and left alone. We manage the process and advise you at each stage.

What You’re Not Paying For

Clarity matters here.

You are not paying for:

• Guaranteed sales

• Guaranteed media coverage

• Paid advertising (ad spend is always yours to control)

We will guide you on marketing, help you make smart decisions, and provide tools—but no one can promise outcomes, and we won’t pretend otherwise.

How We Work

We take on a limited number of books each year.

That allows us to:

• Stay closely involved in each project

• Maintain editorial standards

• Give your book the attention it requires

You will work with experienced editors and designers. Not trainees. Not a rotating cast of freelancers with no accountability.

We move deliberately. A good book benefits from that.

Who This Is For

Hybrid publishing is a strong fit if:

• You want a professionally produced book without giving up your rights

• You are willing to invest in quality

• You are open to editorial feedback and revision

• You intend to take your book seriously—before and after publication

Who This Is Not For

This is not the right model if:

• You are looking for a low-cost, minimal-effort path

• You are not open to editing or revision

• You expect the publisher to sell the book for you

The Financial Model

Our publishing packages are structured as a one-time investment, typically ranging from $12,000–$18,000, depending on the scope of work.

In return:

• You retain full rights to your book

• You receive the majority of net royalties (typically 60–70%)

• You own the files and materials created for your book

We are transparent about costs and what is included before you commit.

Why Authors Choose Xander Press

Because they want a book that holds up.

They want:

• Experienced editorial judgment

• Professional design

• A process that is managed, not improvised

• A publisher who will be direct with them

They are not looking for the cheapest option. They are looking for the right one.

The First Step

If you’d like to explore whether this is a fit:

Tell us about your manuscript →
or
Schedule a conversation →

We’ll give you a clear assessment. If it’s not right for us, we’ll say so.