About Us

Who We Are

At Waterview Books, we are dedicated to empowering first-time and inexperienced self-publishing authors with affordable coaching services. We’ve been where you are—excited yet overwhelmed by the process of publishing a book—and we’re here to guide you through it with clarity, integrity, and a focus on your success. With the right support, you can avoid costly mistakes, stay in control, and create a book that’s both a wise investment and a personal triumph.

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Our Journey: From Challenges to Mastery

We understand the challenges of self-publishing because we’ve lived them. Publishing our own books was risky and full of unexpected hurdles:

• Confusion: With countless services and platforms vying for our attention, it was hard to know which options were worth our time and money.
• Costly Mistakes: Inexperience led to wasted funds on services that didn’t deliver the quality or value we needed.
• Steep Learning Curve: From editing and formatting to marketing and distribution, the process felt daunting without expert guidance.

Through trial, error, and determination, we mastered the self-publishing process. Today, we use that hard-earned knowledge to help others avoid the same struggles, saving time, money, and frustration while producing a superior book.

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The Hidden Dangers of Self-Publishing

Self-publishing offers creative freedom, but it’s also a world where too many people see authors as dollar signs. Far too often, companies prioritize taking your money over making your book a success. Here are some common pitfalls:

• Overpriced Services: Many providers charge exorbitant fees for basic editing, design, or marketing services.
• Misleading Promises: Vanity publishers often lure authors with unrealistic guarantees of fame or sales.
• Hidden Costs: From unnecessary upgrades to recurring fees, the expenses can quickly spiral out of control.
• Lack of Quality: Many services cut corners, delivering subpar editing, generic covers, or poor formatting.

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Avoiding the Vanity Publishing Trap

Vanity publishers promise ease but often:

• Drain Your Budget: Charging thousands for services you could do better and cheaper yourself.
• Take Control Away: Making decisions about your book without your input, and in some cases, taking ownership of your work.
• Fail to Deliver: Providing minimal marketing support or poorly executed services that don’t help your book succeed.

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How We Help You Succeed

At Waterview Books, we believe your book is your investment, and it should be treated with care and respect. We focus on empowering you to make informed decisions, not draining your budget. Here’s how we help:

• Integrity First: Our goal is to make your book a success, not to profit from unnecessary services.
• Affordable Expertise: We provide low-cost coaching to help you navigate the self-publishing process while staying within budget.
• Project Management: Learn how to oversee your book’s editing, design, formatting, and distribution like a pro.
• Quality Results: We connect you with trusted professionals to ensure your book meets industry standards.
• You Stay in Control: Every decision, from creative design to pricing and marketing, remains in your hands.
• Marketing Guidance: We’ll help you craft effective strategies for promoting your book, including sell sheets, press releases, and digital outreach.

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Why Choose Waterview Books?

Too many self-publishing services focus on taking your money, not ensuring your success. At Waterview Books, we focus on empowering you to make smart decisions that turn your book into a wise investment. We’re your partner in the process—providing expertise and support while keeping you in the driver’s seat.

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Take Control of Your Publishing Journey
Let’s turn your vision into a reality. Contact us today to start your self-publishing journey with the support, integrity, and guidance you deserve.