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Frami Press is a self-publishing support service. 

We don’t offer traditional publishing contracts—and that’s intentional. Frami Press is a specialist self-publishing support service, not a traditional publisher. We don’t acquire rights, take royalties, or control your creative decisions.

Instead, we work with authors who want to publish professionally while retaining full ownership of their work. You stay in charge of your manuscript, your earnings, and your publishing timeline. 

We provide the expert support, design, and guidance needed to make your book the best it can be, without compromising your independence.

Whether you need help with layout, proofreading, cover design, or strategic advice, we’re here to assist. You choose what you need, and you pay only for what you use. 

Too many writers, especially first-time, neurodivergent, disabled, or marginalised authors, are misled by companies that promise the world and deliver disappointment.

 If you're willing to learn and manage the process, you can publish your book yourself at minimal cost.

You can:

• Edit your manuscript using tools like Grammarly or ProWritingAid. 

⚠️ Automated editing tools can misread voice and tone—use with care, not as a final step. 

• Design and export your files with platforms like Atticus.

• Upload directly to Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, or Draft2Digital.

• Use Amazon's free ISBN (barcode)—this associates Amazon as your book's publisher, (which can limit wider distribution.) or purchase your own.

Here's why understanding matters: 

Self-publishing is growing rapidly, but a rising number of books are released without a clear understanding of professional expectations. The result? Disappointed authors, poor sales, and a market flooded with titles that don't meet industry standards. 

The truth about self-publishing the wrong way:

Publishing without the right support often leads to frustration. Many authors underestimate the importance of editing, design, marketing, and long-term strategy.

• In the UK, the average self-published book sells fewer than 100 copies.
• Most self-published authors earn less than £400 per year.
• Globally, over 300 million self-published books are sold annually, but most sell fewer than 250 copies.
• Only a small fraction of authors make a sustainable income from their books.

These numbers aren't here to discourage you; they're here to empower you with clarity. If you want to publish professionally, your book must be treated as a serious creative project. One that holds its own on the bookshelf, not one that signals "self-published" at first glance.

If your goal is to be traditionally published, we recommend starting with:

The Writers' & Artists' Yearbook – A trusted guide for finding and submitting to reputable agents and publishers. 

• Vanity publishers charging thousands for poor-quality publishing services.

• Fake hybrid models that accept anyone who pays.

• Royalty theft, where authors lose income they’ve earned. 

• Locked contracts with no transparency or exit.

• Misleading marketing promises that guarantee bestseller status. 

• AI-generated books and illustrations are passed off as professional. 

• Ghost imprints that pretend to be traditional publishers.

• Upselling traps that pressure authors into expensive add-ons.

We believe in transparency, quality, and care.

We provide tailored services to help you publish professionally and with confidence.

You pay for what you need, and no more.

• Interior layout using Adobe InDesign 

• Book cover design 

• ISBN registration on your behalf (barcode)

• Metadata setup and validation

• Advice on book sizing, trim, and distribution 

• Guidance on editorial reviews and marketing options 

• Referrals to trusted professionals

We don’t bundle. 

We don’t upsell. 

We don’t take royalties. 

 We are proud to be selective. Frami Press exists to support serious authors who are ready to publish professionally. 

That means we do not accept:

•  AI-generated books or illustrations.
• Unedited or first-draft manuscripts.
• Books that promote hate, misinformation, or harm.

•  Not every draft is ready for publication, and that's okay. Writing is a craft that takes time, practice, and honest feedback. We work only with authors whose manuscripts meet professional standards. If you’re still developing your skills, our writing course is a great place to start.

Visit our writers resources page for more information.