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Self-Publishing the Troubador Way
From an initial conversation through to post-publication, our authors and their books are our genuine priority. Here is how we work with them throughout the publishing journey.
How We Work With Authors
Project management
From your initial no-obligation consultation through to the publication of your book, our team works closely with you to ensure your publishing experience is the best it can be.
Giving authors control
Our 30+ years of experience publishing books mean you'll get the best advice on your project. However, authors still retain full control over every element of their self-publishing journey.
Clear communication
No matter what stage of the publishing process you are at, our team will contact you via phone, email, or in person to ensure you are always updated.
Troubador's Unique Author Hub
The Troubador Author Hub is a purpose-built system we've created from scratch with our authors’ experience and our internal process efficiency in mind. All Troubador authors get access to the Author Hub when they publish with us and can enjoy its many benefits as long as we distribute their book.
Reporting on Sales
Authors can access their current and historical sales information in the Author Hub, including live stock levels in our warehouse, retailer sales reporting and historical royalty statements.
Seamless Contact with the Team
At each stage of the publishing process, authors work with different members of the Troubador team, whose details can be accessed easily from the Author Hub.
Resources and Information
We've created a wealth of information to help our authors understand how publishing works and to make informed decisions on all aspects of self-publishing, including articles, FAQs, and information to browse at leisure.
Exclusive Offers
We regularly offer exclusive offers for our authors, from discounts in our online bookshop to money-off supplementary services and marketing materials. There's no 'hard sell'; the choice is all yours.
Prioritising the Author Experience
While we are a company that publishes hundreds of new quality titles yearly, we prioritise the individual author experience above all else. Each team member prioritises ensuring that our authors leave the publishing process having had a positive experience.
We love working with authors
Our team genuinely loves connecting with and talking directly to our authors, ensuring they feel listened to and in complete control of their projects.
Transparent royalty process
Our quarterly royalty process is transparent and straightforward, with authors able to access the latest sales information for their books directly through the Author Hub.
Author bookshop profiles
All authors whose books are available in our bookshop have a fully customisable author profile featuring all their books,, which they can use as a 'mini-website'.
Retaining all rights
We believe that authors who self-publish should retain 100% of the rights to their work worldwide across all formats. As such, we guarantee that every author who publishes with us will maintain full control over their intellectual property.
Post-Publication Support
Troubador Hub access
For the duration that an author is working with Troubador, you will have access to your Troubador Hub profile to allow you to check royalties, chat with the team or browse the various resources available.
Constant customer support
The publishing process does not stop with the publication of your book. It has only just begun. For the duration of an author’s contract with us, we are available to talk to you at any time.
Transparent end of contract process
Authors have full control over what they would like to do at the end of their contract. We get in touch with authors 1 month before their contract ends and talk them through all their options in detail.
We help authors get published and their books sold
We help authors get published and their books sold
Start a no-obligation conversation with one of our publishing experts to discuss what your self-publishing goals are and how best you can achieve them.
What you'll get:
- An informal chat about your project
- Ask an expert anything about self-publishing
- Helpful, honest advice on the options available to you
- No obligation, commitment or hard sell