Frequently asked questions
Hybrid publishing combines the professional support of a traditional publisher with the ownership and creative freedom of self-publishing. Authors invest in their book and the publishing process while retaining control of their work, rights, and royalties. Learn more here.
Traditional publishers typically acquire rights and pay royalties, while hybrid publishing allows authors to retain ownership and participate more directly in the process. Hybrid publishing offers professional support with greater flexibility and control.
No. Mission Point Press follows the IBPA (Independent Book Publishers Association) Hybrid Publisher Criteria, vets submissions and is selective about the projects it accepts, maintains professional editorial and production standards, provides distribution services, and pledges to adhere to industry best practices set by the organization. Learn more here.
Many authors choose hybrid publishing because they want professional editorial, design, production, and marketing support while maintaining ownership of their intellectual property. Hybrid publishing offers more creative control and typically a faster path to publication than traditional publishing while providing significantly more support than self-publishing.
What sets Mission Point Press apart is our commitment to personalized service and long-term author relationships that extend beyond the publication date. Every project is assigned a dedicated Project Manager who serves as the primary point of contact throughout the publishing process. We tailor our approach to the needs of each author and project while maintaining professional publishing standards.
No. Every manuscript is reviewed to determine whether it is a good fit for our publishing program, production capabilities, and publishing goals.