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Bookstack
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Is there a set deadline for me to deliver my final manuscript?
We do not have any preset deadline for you to turn in your final manuscript. We are aware that ev...
Where will my book be available?
Your book will be available in print form initially through KDP to Amazon and all of it (global) ...
When are review copies ready?
We do not print advance copies of our books. Since we print our books via print-on-demand, review...
Can my friend/acquaintance be involved in the design of the cover of my book?
At punctum books we have a distinctive cover style that we try to maintain, so we design our cove...
Can I be involved in the design of my book?
We always involve authors in the design of their book, but as a press we also have a strong sense...
How many copies can I expect my book to sell?
On our usage statistics page you can see the sales and downloads of all our books. As you can see...
May I send my manuscript myself in advance to potential reviewers and blurbers?
We advise you to wait with sending out your ms. to potential reviewers and blurbers until after c...
Do you send out review copies?
Yes, we send out review copies free of charge to reviewers who have shown prior, explicit interes...
How many images may my book contain?
Images, in any number, are no problem for us as long as they are functional. Including images sig...
What is your production time?
Due to our current backlog, production time is up to 24 months. We are doing our utmost best to b...
How many copies will you print?
Because we print-on-demand, there is no set print edition. Your book will remain in print indefin...
Can my book be printed in full color?
Our books are printed by means of print-on-demand, which is a relatively new printing technique t...
How long will the second round of peer review take?
This is very difficult to predict. It often requires a lot of labor to secure a suitable reviewer...
How is the second round of peer review?
After the first round of peer review by the punctum books directors, a second round of peer revie...
May I publicly announce my forthcoming book after I signed my contract?
For sure, go ahead and don't forget to tag us on Twitter, Instagram, and Bluesky @punctum_books!