Hybrid Publishing House
Your Story Deserves to Be Published.
Books & Things Publishing is a hybrid publishing house helping writers from every background bring their books to life — professionally, affordably, and on their own terms.
2021
Founded
80%
Author Royalties
10+
Genres Published
100%
Author Ownership
Start Your Publishing Journey
Tell us about your book and we'll be in touch within 24 hours.
Why Books & Things
A Publishing Partner Who Puts You First
Most publishing paths leave writers feeling invisible. We built Books & Things to be different — a house where your voice, your vision, and your rights are protected from day one.
Professional Editing
Every manuscript receives careful editorial attention — from developmental feedback to final line edits — so your book is polished and ready.
Custom Cover & Interior Design
Beautiful, genre-appropriate covers and interiors designed to stand out on any shelf or screen.
Wide Distribution
Your book available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, IngramSpark, and more — reaching readers wherever they shop.
Up to 80% Royalties
You keep the lion's share of your earnings. No hidden fees, no surprise deductions — just transparent, author-first royalties.
You Keep Your Rights
Your intellectual property stays yours. We help you publish it — we never own it.
Supportive Community
Join a growing network of independent authors who celebrate each other's wins and lift each other up.
Publishing Packages
Choose Your Publishing Path
Two thoughtfully designed packages to fit your book and your goals. Both include professional editing, design, ISBNs, and wide distribution.
Children's Book Package
Illustrations not included
Everything you need to bring your children's book to life with professional polish and wide reach.
- Full manuscript edits & formatting
- Interior book design
- Professional cover design
- 2 ISBNs & barcodes (print + digital)
- Wide distribution (Amazon, B&N, Ingram)
- Website feature on our Authors page
- Social media & newsletter promotion
YA & Adult Package
+ editing at $0.03/word
A complete publishing solution for young adult and adult titles across all genres.
- Full developmental & line editing
- Formatting & interior design
- Professional cover design
- 2 ISBNs & barcodes (print + digital)
- Wide distribution (Amazon, B&N, Ingram)
- Website listing on our Authors page
- Social media & newsletter promotion
- Additional format available for $250
The Process
From Manuscript to Bookshelf in Three Steps
Free Consultation
Tell us about your book and goals. We'll listen, answer every question, and map out a clear publishing plan together — no pressure, no obligation.
We Prepare Your Book
Our team handles editing, cover design, interior formatting, ISBNs, and everything in between — with your vision at the center of every decision.
Publish, Distribute & Promote
Your book goes live on major retail platforms. We feature you on our website and promote your launch through our social media and newsletter.
What We Publish
We Publish Every Kind of Story
Whatever you're writing, there's a home for it here.
Meet Our Founder
Danielle Marietta
Founder & Publisher
Danielle Marietta is a journalism-trained writer who became a publisher with one mission: to help writers own their creative work. After years in the industry, she founded Books & Things Publishing in 2021 to create a space where every voice — regardless of background, genre, or experience — has a home.
"Books & Things celebrates diverse voices and the stories only you can tell."
Ready to Publish Your Book?
Book a free, no-pressure consultation and let's talk about your story.