1. Your books are copyrighted under your name the minute the pen touched the paper and left a mark.
2. ShelteringTree.Earth does not buy your copyright, it only buys the right to publish your manuscript in e-book, trade paperback, and hardcover versions.
3. No one other than Evelyn Rainey will see your manuscript for any reason (editing, book cover, etc.) without your permission.
4. ST.E may occasionally outsource editing your work but only when someone who has expertise in a specific area is necessary. If a specialist is needed, the author is given first chance to make such editions. If the author declines this responsibility, the cost for the specialist will be held against the royalty until the amount is covered in full.
5. ST.E is a traditional publishing house. All costs of publication (normal editing for grammar, mechanics, voice and authenticity; formatting into e-book, paperback, and hardcover; book covers; basic illustrations; book trailer, etc.) are paid by ST.E with no cost to the author (with the exception of #4 above).
6. Keeping in mind that the services provided in #5 total approximately $5500, ST.E expects the author to develop and implement a strong marketing strategy.
If you have any further questions about the publishing policies of ST.E, use a contact form.
