Publish Your Book with StoryTerrace
Are you a storyteller looking to share your story with the world? StoryTerrace's self-publishing program makes it easy to get your book published and distributed across major online retailers worldwide.
The Advantages of Publishing with StoryTerrace
Books We've Helped Publish
Choosing Grace
In Choosing Grace, Grace Lewis recounts her difficult childhood and offers hope and guidance for those overcoming trauma, encouraging readers to find their own path to healing.
It Will Be Long, But Not Forever
Each of these books explore personal journeys of resilience and overcoming adversity. In It Will Be Long, But Not Forever, Fionia Salmon shares her struggles as a young mother facing poverty, abuse, and loss, drawing strength from faith to inspire others.
Alive Today
Alive Today by Naushad Qayyum details his battle with grief and complex PTSD after his father’s death, emphasising the importance of mental health conversations, particularly for men in Arab and South Asian communities.
Our Publishing Packages
Whichever package you choose, our team of publishing experts will guide you through the self-publishing process step-by-step.
Amazon Essential
Amazon Plus
Platinum Multi-Channel Distribution & Marketing
Amazon Essential
Amazon Plus
Multi Channel Distribution & Marketing
Available on Amazon as colour or black & white e-book
Available on Amazon as paperback
Available on Amazon as Hardback
Book formatting for publishing
Free ISBN provided by Amazon*
Keyword & metadata research to enhance book’s discoverability
relevant search categories
Custom designed cover
Promotion strategy session and marketing plan created with an expert book marketing coach
Amazon-focused marketing support for 1 month in these key areas:
Amazon paid ads (amount spent on and duration of paid ad campaign is variable up to 1 month and will be determined during strategy session with marketer)
Amazon price promotions
Keyword and metadata updating
Amazon A+ Page content creation and design
Multi-platform distribution via IngramSpark so your book is available not just on Amazon, but also on Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, and other prominent retailers
Amazon A+ Page content creation and design
3-D image files of your book’s cover created for use on social media
PDFs of your book sent to review publications and platforms
Meet Your Publishing Team
They include experts in many fields and are often graduates of prestigious journalism and creative writing programs. No matter how technical the topic, we have a writer who’s perfect for the job.
Jon Malysiak
Jon is a book publishing industry veteran with more than 20 years’ experience as a commissioning editor, development editor, book marketer, literary agent, and publishing consultant. He is also a writer of fiction and theatre. Jon is currently an MBA candidate at University College London (UCL) with Masters Degrees in English and Secondary Education. Originally from the US, Jon moved to the UK in 2019 and enjoys fitness, art, theatre, literature, and horseback riding in his free time.
Jon Malysiak
Jon is a book publishing industry veteran with more than 20 years’ experience as a commissioning editor, development editor, book marketer, literary agent, and publishing consultant. He is also a writer of fiction and theatre. Jon is currently an MBA candidate at University College London (UCL) with Masters Degrees in English and Secondary Education. Originally from the US, Jon moved to the UK in 2019 and enjoys fitness, art, theatre, literature, and horseback riding in his free time.
Jon Malysiak
Jon is a book publishing industry veteran with more than 20 years’ experience as a commissioning editor, development editor, book marketer, literary agent, and publishing consultant. He is also a writer of fiction and theatre. Jon is currently an MBA candidate at University College London (UCL) with Masters Degrees in English and Secondary Education. Originally from the US, Jon moved to the UK in 2019 and enjoys fitness, art, theatre, literature, and horseback riding in his free time.
Martin McLauchlan
With a background in customer service and a Masters in English from the University of Stirling, Martin McLauchlan joined StoryTerrace in May of 2022, quickly becoming a Senior Project Editor. Having successfully brought over 40 projects to print, Martin boasts a diverse portfolio that spans deeply sensitive themes to wide-release fiction and family heritage documents intended for future generations.
Martin McLauchlan
With a background in customer service and a Masters in English from the University of Stirling, Martin McLauchlan joined StoryTerrace in May of 2022, quickly becoming a Senior Project Editor. Having successfully brought over 40 projects to print, Martin boasts a diverse portfolio that spans deeply sensitive themes to wide-release fiction and family heritage documents intended for future generations.
Martin finds the variety and scope of his work at StoryTerrace both engaging and interesting, eagerly looking forward to each new project that comes his way. As a dedicated Editor, he guides books to fruition, working closely with both writers and clients to ensure timely delivery and the realization of the storyteller’s vision. His dedication and passion for helping storytellers affect each project he takes on, as with his trademark deadpan humour, he coaxes storytellers to share their outstanding life stories.
Martin McLauchlan
With a background in customer service and a Masters in English from the University of Stirling, Martin McLauchlan joined StoryTerrace in May of 2022, quickly becoming a Senior Project Editor. Having successfully brought over 40 projects to print, Martin boasts a diverse portfolio that spans deeply sensitive themes to wide-release fiction and family heritage documents intended for future generations.
Martin finds the variety and scope of his work at StoryTerrace both engaging and interesting, eagerly looking forward to each new project that comes his way. As a dedicated Editor, he guides books to fruition, working closely with both writers and clients to ensure timely delivery and the realization of the storyteller’s vision. His dedication and passion for helping storytellers affect each project he takes on, as with his trademark deadpan humour, he coaxes storytellers to share their outstanding life stories.
Hariny Vanniarajan
Hailing from Madurai, Hariny Vanniarajan has always been drawn to the stories that linger beyond the pages of books. Growing up amidst vibrant narratives shared by people on bus journeys and street vendors, Hariny witnessed the strength and resilience of women in her own family, inspiring her to preserve these remarkable stories for generations to come.
Hariny Vanniarajan
Hailing from Madurai, Hariny Vanniarajan has always been drawn to the stories that linger beyond the pages of books. Growing up amidst vibrant narratives shared by people on bus journeys and street vendors, Hariny witnessed the strength and resilience of women in her own family, inspiring her to preserve these remarkable stories for generations to come.
Completing her MA in Creative Writing and making the move from Newcastle to London, Hariny hit the ground running at StoryTerrace. As a Project Editor, she ensures that each story captures the unique voice and nuances of the storyteller, preserving their rich experiences in beautiful books. Hariny’s personalized support extends from writer matching to final book production, encompassing cover design and photos and addressing any client concerns along the way.
In a short space of time, Hariny has proven herself to be a superlative editor and Self Publishing Specialist who guides books into print online to maximise their reach with a global audience.
Hariny Vanniarajan
Hailing from Madurai, Hariny Vanniarajan has always been drawn to the stories that linger beyond the pages of books. Growing up amidst vibrant narratives shared by people on bus journeys and street vendors, Hariny witnessed the strength and resilience of women in her own family, inspiring her to preserve these remarkable stories for generations to come.
Completing her MA in Creative Writing and making the move from Newcastle to London, Hariny hit the ground running at StoryTerrace. As a Project Editor, she ensures that each story captures the unique voice and nuances of the storyteller, preserving their rich experiences in beautiful books. Hariny’s personalized support extends from writer matching to final book production, encompassing cover design and photos and addressing any client concerns along the way.
In a short space of time, Hariny has proven herself to be a superlative editor and Self Publishing Specialist who guides books into print online to maximise their reach with a global audience.
Alice Woodward
Alice graduated with a BA in Journalism from Cardiff University. After working for several years as a copywriter and editor, she returned to university to obtain an MA in Book Design. She has worked as a freelance publication designer for several years, specialising in complex text design for mass-market books. When not at her desk, you’ll find her in the air practising aerial circus skills, or on long-distance hikes – with the Camino Frances and Tour du Mont Blanc among her favourites to date.
Alice Woodward
Alice graduated with a BA in Journalism from Cardiff University. After working for several years as a copywriter and editor, she returned to university to obtain an MA in Book Design. She has worked as a freelance publication designer for several years, specialising in complex text design for mass-market books. When not at her desk, you’ll find her in the air practising aerial circus skills, or on long-distance hikes – with the Camino Frances and Tour du Mont Blanc among her favourites to date.
Alice Woodward
Alice graduated with a BA in Journalism from Cardiff University. After working for several years as a copywriter and editor, she returned to university to obtain an MA in Book Design. She has worked as a freelance publication designer for several years, specialising in complex text design for mass-market books. When not at her desk, you’ll find her in the air practising aerial circus skills, or on long-distance hikes – with the Camino Frances and Tour du Mont Blanc among her favourites to date.
Xiaofang Ma
Xiaofang Ma’s journey as a storyteller began in journalism, earning her an MS degree in Journalism from Ohio University. Her career as a TV journalist in Shanghai allowed her to engage with diverse individuals and unearth the unique stories they had to share.
Xiaofang Ma
Xiaofang Ma’s journey as a storyteller began in journalism, earning her an MS degree in Journalism from Ohio University. Her career as a TV journalist in Shanghai allowed her to engage with diverse individuals and unearth the unique stories they had to share.
Inspired by the power of storytelling, Xiaofang joined StoryTerrace as a writer and editor. As a Senior Project Editor, Xiaofang uses her journalistic and writing skills to great effect, shaping books that are, by turns, heartwarming and inspiring. She says, “Every ‘Thank you, you made my dream of writing a book come true’ email which I receive from storytellers, is the biggest encouragement and motivation for me.”
Xiaofang’s passion for storytelling extends into her spare time, where she continues to work as a writer and enjoys reading, painting, travelling, and spending time with her cat. She specializes in translating early 20th-century American writers’ novels; she has published two books in translation to date.
Xiaofang Ma
Xiaofang Ma’s journey as a storyteller began in journalism, earning her an MS degree in Journalism from Ohio University. Her career as a TV journalist in Shanghai allowed her to engage with diverse individuals and unearth the unique stories they had to share.
Inspired by the power of storytelling, Xiaofang joined StoryTerrace as a writer and editor. As a Senior Project Editor, Xiaofang uses her journalistic and writing skills to great effect, shaping books that are, by turns, heartwarming and inspiring. She says, “Every ‘Thank you, you made my dream of writing a book come true’ email which I receive from storytellers, is the biggest encouragement and motivation for me.”
Xiaofang’s passion for storytelling extends into her spare time, where she continues to work as a writer and enjoys reading, painting, travelling, and spending time with her cat. She specializes in translating early 20th-century American writers’ novels; she has published two books in translation to date.
Chris Armstrong
Chris graduated from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga with a Bachelor's degree in English: Creative Writing. After graduation, he packed a single suitcase and bought a one-way ticket to Los Angeles, where he wrote about movies, music, and fashion (oh my!) with entertainment publications like HotNewHipHop and Flaunt Magazine. He now lives in Chicago and when he is not sending books to print, he still works the freelance grind and chisels away at his debut novel.
Chris Armstrong
Chris graduated from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga with a Bachelor's degree in English: Creative Writing. After graduation, he packed a single suitcase and bought a one-way ticket to Los Angeles, where he wrote about movies, music, and fashion (oh my!) with entertainment publications like HotNewHipHop and Flaunt Magazine. He now lives in Chicago and when he is not sending books to print, he still works the freelance grind and chisels away at his debut novel.
Chris Armstrong
Chris graduated from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga with a Bachelor's degree in English: Creative Writing. After graduation, he packed a single suitcase and bought a one-way ticket to Los Angeles, where he wrote about movies, music, and fashion (oh my!) with entertainment publications like HotNewHipHop and Flaunt Magazine. He now lives in Chicago and when he is not sending books to print, he still works the freelance grind and chisels away at his debut novel.
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