"Exceeded my expectations!!!"
That's what Annette Bird of Okarche Books in Wichita, Kansas,
said about ABI. We hear this often from clients.
Here are testimonials from other clients:
I must commend you on the professionalism, courtesy and wonderful skill of all your people. I must also commend you personally for keeping such an organization together and running so well. "I have received many wonderful comments from patients and friends about the book and we are already in a number of book stores. A note should be mentioned about Gloria Brown and her artwork. I have gotten some wonderful comments from a couple of artists on the cover design and this has been wonderfully received as well."
Dr. Scott M. Fried, Healing Books, East Norriton, PA
"I had some reservations when I first contacted you about helping me. I knew you were professionals in every way, and yet I was concerned about dealing long distance over the phone to get something so important and valuable to me as my first book produced. My fears were totally unnecessary. The finished product was exactly what I wanted . . . well, really much better!"
Charlotte Digregorio, Civetta Press, Portland, OR
"I had very little idea how to go about self-publishing a book before I undertook this project. There were many companies that wanted to assist me, yet you seemed to have the knowledge and confidence that I felt would be necessary to pull it off. I was not mistaken. From start to finish, you handled it all. The editing, the layout, the artwork, the promotion and marketing strategies, the printing--all phases went very smoothly under your watchful guidance."
Tony Alessandra, PhD, Alessandra & Assoc., La Jolla, CA
"As my book says in the acknowledgment: 'I knew I was in good hands the moment we spoke.' This perfectly sums up my experience with you and your staff at About Books, Inc. As you know, I am a complete novice in the publishing arena. However, with your help, I am now able to know my way around this interesting business in order to make my book as successful as it potentially can be."
Richard Rodman, Alidan Press, Westfield, NJ
"Your expert advice on how to lay out and publish our first book Graphic Arts Profitability--A Money Making Formula is paying off huge dividends for our small, nationwide consulting company. The book has become our calling card. It provides a great first introduction to our products and services. Often we are asked to provide follow up proposals."
Ralph G. Rosenberg, Millet Group Inc., Colorado Springs, CO
"By sending a book and a personal note, I've been able to get past gatekeepers and reach key decision makers in many Fortune 500 companies. This has led to considerable new business for our consulting firm. My books serve as unique 'calling cards,' positioning me ahead of the pack. They are also a nice profit center. When I spoke for Sara Lee recently, each of the attendees received a copy of my book. That sale alone was $8,000!"
Joe Black, Life Vision Books, Spartanburg, SC
"The finished product is definitely first-class, and I've received numerous comments on the book cover which is very attractive and a real eye-catcher. Your constructive critique of the manuscript, painstaking editing and thoughtful counseling throughout the project were invaluable to me as a novice author and publisher."
Don Panhorst, Baton Publishing Company, Edinboro, PA
"ABI's writing and editing expertise has turned a good book into a great book. I thank you for talking me into allowing you to 'smooth out' the rough places. I now know the value of dealing with experts."
Judi Hebbring, National Buffalo Association, Custer, SD
"The creation, development and implementation of a nationwide marketing plan on the release of our latest title, The Self-Esteem Repair & Maintenance Manual, afforded us 'little guys' a very professional image. Had it remained for us to handle all that activity internally, it wouldn't have been so polished, so on-the-mark... and it would never have been completed on schedule."
Paula J. Hunter, Kincaid House Publishing, Newport Beach, CA
"I have had countless compliments on the cover--almost more than the contents--and feel that it presents a very attractive invitation to the reader to get involved in environmental issues. It not only looks professional, it looks better than many covers from big publishing houses."
Twyla Dell, Foresight Institute, Overland Park, KS
"There's lots of talk about integrity, professionalism and service in the business world, but it's rare to find a company that actually delivers all three of those qualities in an exceptional manner. About Books, Inc. is that exception! You did exactly what you promised (and more)--on time and within the contract price."
Dick Biggs, CVLE, Chattahoochee Publishers, Roswell, GA
"I was particularly impressed with the cover design and with the help in selecting a catchy and most appropriate title. They have made a big difference in the marketing of the book."
Veronica E. Tiller, PhD, Tiller Research, Inc., Albuquerque, NM
"Everywhere I go, people compliment the design, cover, and quality of production of the book. It is a far nicer book than many I have seen produced by major publishing houses. You exceeded my expectations."
Gregory W. Lester, PhD, Ashcroft Press, Houston, TX
"Your PR work paid for itself ten times over in increased sales! After getting results that good on two different projects, you can bet we'll hire you again and watch the sales soar."
Craig Wallin, Homestead Design, Inc., Bellingham, WA
"You promoted our book very well without all the 'hype' we hate to see in sales material. They were all received on schedule and we really enjoyed working with you. Your friendliness, professionalism, and vast knowledge of the writing industry make a valuable combination."
Jodi Freeman, The Think Shop, Albuquerque, NM
"I would personally like to thank you for the great job you did in producing and promoting my new book. I've been in business for 4 years now and thanks to you and your staff I have done what I could never have done alone. Your professionalism and experience in the book industry has shown through time and time again."
Andrew Goliszek, PhD, Carolina Press, Winston-Salem, NC
"You went the extra mile, well beyond what was required of you in the contract. You kept me informed, returned all my calls and got materials to me FAST. The service was exceptional. And you did everything to make sure my book had every chance to be successful--as if it was your own. On a scale of 1 to 10, I'd give it a strong 15!"
Rogena Walden, Lifelines Press, Elizabethtown, KY
