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They have been great to work with. I had a very tight deadline to get my book published and they pulled it off. I am so thankful for the team's help, especially to Christen.
Sandy SeenathI am a first time author. Not just with Manhattan Book Group but as an author. Thank you to Manhattan Book Group for not only making my author dream a reality but also for gracing me with a pleasurable process. From submission to publishing. Working with you, Manhattan Book Group have been a smooth, delightful and EXTREMELY SUPPORTIVE experience. I am particularly grateful to Jen Cross, who did not hesitated to attend to all my queries, and for making this author experience graceful for me. As a first time author I am whole heartily grateful for this supportive, amazing, dream come through process and experience. THANK YOU MANHATTAN BOOK GROUP !!!+5
Jude NelsonIt seems that a new hybrid publisher is popping up every week. One of the things that was a draw to me about Manhattan Book Group is its connection with JJ hebert and Mariel Hemingway. Most of the other hybrid publishers don't have any identifiable names behind their companies. Call me old fashioned but like to know who I'm working with or last who's behind a company that I'm entrusting my book to.
Lesly BlandaEvery week, it seems like there is a new hybrid publisher emerging. The Manhattan Book Group's association with JJ Hebert and Mariel Hemingway is among the elements that drew me in. The majority of other hybrid publishers don't have any well-known brands associated with them. Call me outdated, but I prefer to know the people I'm doing business with or the owners of the company I'm putting my book in the hands of.
Trent HyattMBG publishers fulfilled their commitment and provided what was stated. This is all very new to me. I think I required a lot more support than I'd like to admit. They were the most useful tool I could have asked for. My group has shown professionalism and support. Let's go on to the next one.
Subra ManiI'm in the editing phase. I didn't want to go all in yet until the editing is done. I got my first round of edits back last week and I'm impressed. There were about 400 changes to my story which sounds like a lot, but it was spread out over 200 pages. Still, if those issues hadn't been identified, my book would be a serious disappointment to readers. I can tell just by the editing that they mean business. They truly want the best version of your book to be available to the public. Not like other “hybrid publishers” that don't spend the time to thoroughly edit, or so I've heard. I'm going to sign up for the rest of their publishing service very soon simply based on this experience so far.
Willie B.Very Good Publishers, Quality work
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phenomenal partners Danielle, Madison, and Jason have been phenomenal partners in this process. Thank you for everything!
Scottie PulleySupportive!! I wasn’t prepared to grow this much as a writer. Manhattan Book Group has certainly brought out the best in me by offering guidance and helping me sort out any inconsistencies in my manuscript. I’m very thankful for their support.
Russel IronsThey love my book as much as I do I wanted to team up with a company that loves my book as much as I do. It sure feels that way with Manhattan Book Group. The whole team working on my book has been nothing but perfect throughout the process, offering advice at almost every turn to improve the book. They want this book to do as well as I do — it’s obvious.
Curtis BeasleyRecommended My aunt published a book with MBG and recommended them to me. We are about halfway through the process with my book, and everything has gone smoothly, from the cover design to editing, and whatnot, will update later if anything is worth updating or sharing. So far I recommend Manhattan Book Group!
Lamar BerryI couldn’t be happier I toiled away for years, sending out query letters to agents and publishers, and I wish I could get those years back. Manhattan Book Group has been a totally different and much improved experience in my writing career. My project manager truly cares about my project, it shows daily, and I couldn’t be happier.
Libbie KoelpinThe majority of the New York City publishers I sent my book to either immediately rejected it or I never heard from them again. Within a few days with Manhattan Book Group, the publishing director got in touch with me and asked for the manuscript. I signed an agreement within a week or so. They take a no-nonsense attitude, which I appreciate.
Kaden OwensPerfect Solution! Found out about JJ and his companies through Mariel Hemingway’s podcast. Manhattan Book Group is a perfect solution for my book. I’m grateful to be working with an A+ company to bring my book to life..
Brandon EllisGracious and helpful The team here has been gracious and helpful. Not a stuffy outfit like other publishers I’ve dealt with.
Molly EnnorHybrid publishing Manhattan Book Group Publishers is a fantastic hybrid publishing option. Found them through a couple lists about hybrid publishing on Google. I had been looking for a good hybrid publisher for a couple years ever since I heard of the term. Self-publishing wasn’t for me because I don’t want to do all the work on my own and traditional publishing is a ridiculously slow process. MBG is a great fit for me.
Amy UrrutiaHemingway? I am in great company with Mariel Hemingway. Thank you for the opportunity.
Vavra RodBest in the Business Manhattan Book Group has been the most professional publisher I have ever dealt with. It has been a personalized experience as promised, and they are definitely the best of the best.
Fanion TaionalWe weren’t a good fit at the end of the day but J.J. Hebert gave me his time anyway. He talked about alternatives for what I was looking for and he definitely didn‘t have to do that for me. This firm is incredibly knowledgable and kind, a truly valuable member of the literary world. It’s not all about sales to them.
Jaycee JastLocated in the epicenter of the publishing world, MBG has its fingers of the pulse of the industry and knows exactly how to make a book a best seller. They did this with my book and it only took them 4 months instead of 2 years..
Maybell FisherSelf-publishing a book seemed more than intimidating to me. I searched for publishers to help me with this and Manhattan Book Group came up as the top option for New York publishers, which is fitting because they are fantastic to work with.
Erna BartellI saw the NY Weekly feature and knew immediately that I’d contact them to publish my book. Upon contacting them, they got back to me right away and offered to review my manuscript. It took about 3 days to get their approval and then I was off to the races as they say. Very thankful.
Alana ChamplinIt’s true, they’re the best indie book publisher in NYC. If you want to get your book published from a New City publishing company you can’t go wrong with Manhattan Book Group Publishers.
Delta AufderharI appreciate that they don’t approve all manuscripts as a hybrid book publisher. Some of the other book publishers in NYC accept everything and anyone who can pay and I feel like there’s a conflict of interest there. Manhattan Book Group Publishers legitimately cares about the content they put out.
Lenna HeathcoteMariel Hemingway gave Manhattan Book Group her thumbs up and that was enough for me to take interested. After a consultation, I knew they were the ones.
Firdowsiya YoosufVery helpful for my book publishing,great work
Mc cLI got great ideas and helps from this publication thank for the great work
Tevin MrazI don’t know why anyone would hire any New York publishing firm other than Manhattan Book Group. Forget Hatchette and Simon & Schuster and their games — just go direct to MBG to be treated fairly and get the same NYC publishing experience.
Mason MertzHired for PR and was impressed with the wide reach. Got seen on NBC and others with relative ease. Paid them and they did the rest.
Diamond MorissetteNice to have a book publisher in New York City that doesn’t make you jump through hoops to get your manuscript read and potentially published. Didn’t need a literary agent.
Tania ReillyEasily the best hybrid in NYC and maybe even the United States as a whole. Very affordable for what you get including best seller guarantees.Load moreVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
Manhattan Book Group review
Austin
Smooth process
High quality
Highly recommended
Summary
“The team at Manhattan Book Group is second to none! Working with them has been such a pleasure and we have been blown away by the quality of their work and how smooth this process has been. I highly recommend using this team for your publishing needs!”
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