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What People are saying about Star Publish LLC...
— From the Director of the New Vendors’ Department of Borders, Inc. "We do not place POD books in
our stores. In fact, they often cannot even be special ordered unless they are prepaid by the customer who is ordering the
book. However, we are glad to have Star Publish books on our shelves. They are good quality books, and they are returnable,
so we are placing them in our database so any store can order and stock them."
—From the Star Publish buyer at
Baker & Taylor, "Star Publish LLC is setting the standard for print-on-demand publishing."
Testimonials From the Star Publish Authors | |
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T.C. McMullen, new owner of
Star Publish LLC, goes the distance for her authors. Not only does she excel in custom illustrations for book covers, she
is acutely aware that the Devil is in the details. My book Wai-nani, High Chiefess of Hawaii is riddled with strange
words and punctuation alien to modern technology. TC took the time to remedy this situation for me.
—Linda Ballou - author of Wai-nani, High Cheifess of Hawai'i: Her Epic Journey
Huge
kudos for what you are doing (Shooting Star Books Program). The only publisher--still--that I know that does anything
like it. Of course, we're the only ones with Janet and Kristie, too.
—Carolyn Howard-Johnson - author of The
Frugal Book Promoter and other books
Kristie, I think of what it must be
like for you. Each individual author is completely wrapped up in getting their own baby born and you have to midwife author
after author after author. I have this image of your running from room to room as contractions occur trying to assess where
everyone is in their birthing process. My hat is off to you as you make it look effortless, but I know better. I know you
work hard at what you do but truly, you make so many first time authors so happy. Just want you to know that as you burn the
midnight oil.
—Muriel - author of The Chronicles
of the Savannah River Dolphins
Kristie
- just took delivery of 4 copies of the book. It looks sensational - as good as the top of the line paperbacks in the big
book stores. Thanks again - great job!
Janet - you were the major factor in me joining Star Publish. I think you are
doing an amazing job in getting our books into brick and mortar stores. I am looking forward to my title being in the Shooting
Star Books Program.
—G.M. Masterson - author of Alexander: Hall
of the Gods
I wouldn't want any other editor--you (Janet
Elaine Smith) are the best!!!
—Joyce Anthony - author of Storm
I received my first shipment of "HIGHWAY
HYPODERMICS: TRAVEL NURSING 2007," and I am AMAZED at the job that was done by TC, Janet, and Kristie in formatting and
editing!!! GREAT JOB GANG!!!!
—Epstein LaRue - author of Highway Hypodermics:
Travel Nursing 2007 and Highway Hypodermics: Your Road Map To Travel Nursing
Kristie,
You have done it again. When I saw the cover
you created for my book "Pampas," I was delighted. You come up with the greatest cover ideas. I firmly believe that you CAN judge a
book by its cover. Every time I see a new one, even though they are re-releases, I fall in love with my books all over again.
Thank you so much for loaning your creative mind to my covers.
—Janet
Elaine Smith - author of 15 Star Publish books
The editor on our manuscript, "Les Goldberg,
Living Judaism My Way," did a great job. Without her, I would have to go back and take an English class. Thanks
—
Lee Riggan (collaborator for Les Goldberg: Living Judaism My Way)
I just received my copies
of "Faithful Legacy." I am elated!
—Michael A. Brown - author of Faithful
Legacy: A History of the Second Avenue Church of Christ in Lewisburg, Tennessee
Thank you so much for your enthusiasm and
loving care of my book, "Julie & The Lost Fairy Tale." I want to commend you for your professionalism. Sometimes writers
have a conflict with their own creative works and that of those they represent, but not you, you were focused on me and my
book. Kudos to you Kristie Leigh Maguire!
—Janie Lancaster - author
of Julie & The Lost Fairy Tale
I went with Star Publish for my memoir,
"Blood Tastes Lousy With Scotch," because I wanted complete control over the book, which I received. They now are offering
a marketing program which rivals anything even the traditional publishers have...my books are SELLING, they are being STOCKED
in several bookstores and this is ONLY the beginning! So, if anyone needs a referral to a POD company, Star Publish IS THE
place to go. Having been in this biz since the birth of the POD industry way back when, I can honestly say, Star says what
it does, and DOES what it says!
—Robin Cohen Westmiller - author of
Blood Tastes Lousy With Scotch; Owner and Moderator of Print-On-Demand Yahoo Group
YIPPEE!!!!! It was like a mild labor,
not the excruciating, impacted bowel type that some authors experience.
—
Cora Miller on the news that her latest "baby," Winter Collections, had been "born."
Kristie and Star Publish ARE darn well worth it! Let the quality of Star Publish take your sales to the place where only
the sky is the limit! I made enough with my first Star book, not only to publish my second Star book with nothing coming out
of my pocket, and even have some left over for paid advertising. For the first time in my publishing career, I am in
'the black' with my Star Publish book. Who will I use for my next book? Star Publish, of course!
—Epstein LaRue, RN, BS, Travel Nurse - author of 2005 USA Book News Best Books Of 2005 Finalist: Highway
Hypodermics: Your Roadmap To Travel Nursing
In a word, you are awesome. Among so much more, you
have a wonderful grasp of both people and perfection. We are incredibly grateful for your efforts, above and beyond...what
a WONDERFUL job. Thank you so much for your hard work and vision. I am thrilled to death with the results. I am also overwhelmed
with the thought of you personally calling us with the news of "Waking God's" release. Like I said before, with the spirit,
determination, and responsibility that you so obviously have, you are destined to skyrocket in the publishing world. What
a welcome relief. And I'm very happy to be riding on your coattails, so to speak.
—Brian Doe - co-author of Waking God
We recently signed on with Star Publish
with our book "Waking God." Their response has been excellent. In two weeks we have gotten over 10 emails from the owner.
Every and all questions are answered. They share marketing ideas and have a chat room with their other authors. Contact is
personal and up front. I highly recommend them as a publisher who cares and is willing to work with the author.
—Phil Harris, co-author of Waking God
I am impressed by your company and your
commitment to writers. I was published twice by "normal" companies and left on my own.
—Catherine MacDonald - author of Road Queens and Coming Home
I am your Number
One fan at Star Publish! You go, girl!
—Georgia Richardson (aka Queen Jaw
Jaw) - author of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Throne
You aren't a rising STAR, Kristie. Your STAR has already risen!
—Peggy DePuydt - author of Havasu Heat
Thanks for all your help, Kristie!
You're the best! You and Star Publish are innovative...cutting edge...when it comes to the publishing game. I am glad that
the "Stars" (pun intended) led me to you for the publication of my book! I like dealing with a person who always has "one
face" instead of a presenting different face depending upon what day of the week it is.
—Monte Lyon - co-author of The Great Mormon Conspiracy and author of Emotion: Master or Servant?
Kristie gathers "the best" around her. This
is just her normal way of doing things, something she's always done. There is nothing new in the publishing world excepting,
perhaps, nuance, real support and star quality. In that sense, STAR PUBLISH is all new, brand new. Kristie chooses STAR-Authors, STAR-books, nurtures them and continues to care for them and
promote them long after the signature on the contract is dry. STAR is perfect for an author with little or no time,
little or no expertise in the publishing process, an author who wants to both control her book and profit from it, too.
—Carolyn Howard-Johnson - author of The Frugal Book Promoter: How To Do What
Your Publisher Won't
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