Frequently asked questions
- How does this fit into the overall Bestseller Publishing philosophy?
Service, transparency, and author control are foundational principles.
Related: Working With Bestseller Publishing
https://bestsellerpublishing.org/about/ - Why is this model better for professionals and entrepreneurs?
Because books are assets, not just products.
- How does this ownership model support long-term success?
It keeps control, income, and opportunity with the author.
- What is the biggest misconception about publishing rights?
That authors must give them up to be successful.
That is no longer true.
- Can my book be updated or revised later?
Yes.
Authors can update content, covers, and metadata at any time.
- Does owning my book help with authority building?
Yes.
Ownership allows books to support media, speaking, and business growth.
Related: Media and Authority Building
- Why does Rob emphasize ownership so strongly?
Ownership creates freedom.
Authors control how their book is used long-term.
- Does Enhanced Ghostwriting™ affect ownership?
- Can I use a pen name and still own my book?
Yes.
Pen names do not affect ownership or royalties.
- Is my book copyrighted?
Yes.
Copyright belongs to the author automatically upon creation.
Formal registration may be recommended in some cases.
External reference: U.S. Copyright Basics
- Do you help authors recover rights?
Guidance may be provided depending on circumstances.
Authors should review contracts with an attorney.
- What happens if I already signed with another publisher?
Rights ownership must be reviewed.
If you own the rights, the book can often be republished or relaunched.
- Can I license my book later?
Yes.
Ownership allows you to pursue licensing, translations, and adaptations.
- What rights do I keep as the author?
Authors keep all rights, including:
- Print rights
- Ebook rights
- Audio rights
- Translation rights
- Film and media rights
- Do you decide whether my book is exclusive?
No.
Exclusivity decisions are always made by the author.
- Does Amazon require exclusivity?
Only if authors opt into Kindle Select for ebooks.
This is optional and discussed before enrollment.
External reference: KDP Select Program
- Can I publish my book elsewhere?
Yes.
You are free to distribute your book outside Amazon if you choose.
- Do I keep my rights if I stop working with you?
Yes.
Your book, files, and account remain yours regardless of ongoing services.
- Can I see my sales and royalties in real time?
Yes.
Authors have full access to their Amazon KDP dashboard at all times.
- Where do royalties get paid?
Royalties are paid directly from Amazon to your bank account.
Bestseller Publishing never touches your book revenue.
External reference: KDP Royalty Payments
- Do you take any percentage of royalties?
No.
All royalties generated by your book belong to you.
- What is the difference between traditional publishing and your model?
Traditional publishing requires authors to give up rights and share royalties.
Bestseller Publishing charges for services and leaves all ownership and income with the author.
- Is Bestseller Publishing a traditional publishing company?
No.
Bestseller Publishing operates as a service-based publishing company, not a traditional publisher.
Related: Publish Services Overview
- Does Bestseller Publishing claim any rights to my book?
No.
Bestseller Publishing does not own, license, or control your book in any way.
- Who owns my book when I work with Bestseller Publishing?
You do.
Authors retain 100 percent ownership of their manuscript, intellectual property, and publishing rights at all times.