Seven to twelve full length sermons is equivalent to approximately 150-200 pages. So you can say seven to twelve full length sermons or 150-200 pages.

The maximum page count is 250 pages for the $1200.00 fee. Above that, from 1-100 pages is an extra $79.00 for every increment of 1-100 pages. It has been our experience, however, that most people are not going to read a book over 200 pages. We do suggest that the book be at least over 100 pages for two reasons: (1) the book trade prefers a book to be at least 100 pages or more, and, (2) with a book of 100 pages, you can get your title on the spine.

That is okay. If you have chapters already written out, or essays already written out, that is just as good.

Yes, we do transcribe sermons, lectures, and speeches:

The turnaround time for transcribing from a CD is 5 business days from the time of submission and payment.

The transcribing fees are extra, above the $1200 editing and book building fee.

First of all, we have four pastors that we consult with who understand the Word of God and who also understand the rhythm and cadence of pastors, regardless of race because our company is made up of white and black people. Second, we are careful to stick to the words of the pastor, but at the same time since speech is much different than the written form, we will make it clear to the reader.

The author is able to proof the manuscript once he pays the second part of the $1200.00 payment, which will be $600.00. Once we receive this second $600.00 payment, a complete book proof will be sent via Priority Mail to the author.

After the author reads over the proof, whatever changes he wants us to make at that time will be the only changes that will be covered by the $1200.00. After that, any editing that is done will be $86.00 per change.

You will be considered the publisher of the book and you will retain all copyrights for the book. This means that if you want to get a contract with a major publisher in the future, you are free to do so. However, for most of the books we publish, we put our imprint name (Saint Paul Press) on the back cover as the publisher. If you do not want the "Saint Paul Press" logo on the back of your cover, please supply us with your own name and we will put that on the back cover.

The author does.

The author does.

If the author sells the books himself, he will be getting anywhere from 50-60%. Below is the kind of money that the author can make if he sells the books himself:

If the author's books sell through a distributor or wholesaler to bookstores and libraries, etc, he will probably be looking at 15%.

The best way to send your manuscript to Fresh Eyes is via e-mail in a Microsoft Word attachment.

Every 120 days (every 4 months), when the publisher is paid by the distributors.

We normally can complete a book of 150-200 pages in 30 days or less.

Yes, the extra charge for rush service on building a book is $200.00

Due to the nature of our work, we must have a quiet office so therefore, we do virtually everything via e-mail. We normally do not talk on the phone with clients unless they have paid their $600 down payment. This is not designed to offend anyone, in any way. This just shows our commitment to our craft and to our work, and we want to show the same undivided attention for your book.

Yes, we do accept hand-written materials, but we prefer that your book is on a CD, disk, or e-mailed in an attachment. Also, there is a typing fee for all hand-written materials of $200.00 (flat fee).

No, you are not responsible for manuscript formatting. All we ask is that you have the following:

1.      A tentative table of contents
2.      An approximate page count
3.      An introduction to your book
4.      A dedication page
5.      An acknowledgements page
6.      The author bio
7.      And any resources that aided you in the writing process.

No, we do not have any writer's guidelines. If God has placed in your heart a book to write, just write it with all your heart, mind, and soul, and we will help you get it out. We do recommend authors to read The Elements of Style by William Strunk and E.B. White and the Chicago Manual of Style. These are two of the books that we use in our office here. 

Below is a list of distributors and online retailers that we will make your book available to once it is published:

   1. Ingram Book Distributors (largest wholesaler/distributor in the world.
   2. Baker & Taylor (distributor for most libraries)
   3. Amazon.com (largest online retailer)
   4. BarnesandNoble.com
   5. BooksAMillion.com
   6. And thousands of bookstores and other online retailers nation-wide.

1. Rev. Samuel L. Madison is the Amazon.com Bestselling author of From Glory to Shame.

2. Rev. Kevin D. Barnes Sr is the Amazon.com bestselling author of the book, Successfully Raising Young Black Men.

3. Daniel Whyte III is the Essence Magazine, Amazon.com, Dallas Morning News, National Bestselling author of Letters to Young Black Men and Letters to Young Black Women.

No, we have a simple payment system.

1.      Pay the $600.00 down payment and all other fees to initiate the book building process.
2.      Pay $600.00 the day the proof is to ship.

There will be a mutual agreement, based upon Christian principles, however, there will never be an exclusive agreement with Fresh Eyes or Saint Paul Press. You are free to change editors and publishers at any time. However, there will not be any refunds.

Fresh Eyes does have marketing statistics. One book, Letters to Young Black Men by Daniel Whyte III, has been a Dallas Morning News bestseller, an ESSENCE Magazine bestseller, and #1 on the Amazon.com Bestseller's List in the African-American category. Another book, From Glory to Shame by Rev. Samuel Madison, has been on the Amazon.com Bestseller's List in the African-American category as well.

No, there is not a minimum order of books to purchase before printing begins. As soon as the proof is approved, you can order as many as you want, whenever you need them.

We prefer payment by credit card or debit card via PayPal on our website for faster processing of your order. A check is also acceptable, but it must clear the bank before we can begin work on your book.