At Lightbulb Moments Press, our vision is to amplify underrepresented voices and elevate thought leadership that inspires social change, personal transformation, and cultural impact. We believe your book should reflect your unique voice and purpose. You’ll work closely with a seasoned editor who will help shape your manuscript through both global (structural) and line-level (copy) revisions. Our goal is to polish your work while preserving your authentic message.

The timeline depends on the current status of your manuscript. If you're starting from scratch, the process can take up to 12 months. If you have a near-final draft, we may be able to complete production and launch within 3–6 months. Your project manager will work with you to establish a clear production schedule, including your manuscript due date and milestone deadlines.

Absolutely. You are a vital creative partner in the titling and design process. You’ll be matched with a professional book cover and interior layout designer who will gather your input, review your aesthetic preferences and genre benchmarks, and present three custom cover mockups for your review. You'll collaborate to select and refine the final design.

Yes. Unlike traditional publishing models, we believe authors should retain full ownership of their work. You will maintain 100% of your rights—intellectual property, copyright, and creative control.

You do. All subsidiary rights—including foreign translation, film/TV adaptations, merchandise, and more—belong to you. You retain full copyright ownership from the beginning.

We offer a comprehensive, white-glove publishing experience that includes:

• Ghostwriting or collaborative writing
• Developmental and copy editing
• Proofreading and publishing production
• Custom cover and interior design
• Print and digital distribution
• Launch support and marketing services

Our programs are designed to support you from ideation to publication—and beyond.

Marketing is one of our strengths. As a publishing imprint powered by a full-service marketing and communications agency, we specialize in multicultural marketing for women, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC authors. You can choose from a wide menu of services including:

• Brand and author platform development
• Social media content and strategy
• Digital advertising
• Email marketing
• SEO and Generative Experience Optimization (GEO)
• Public relations and media outreach
• Author websites, blogs, and newsletters
• AI-enhanced photography and book trailers
• Event planning and book tour support

There are no limitations to how you market your book. We’ll equip you with the tools, templates, and strategy to reach your ideal readers.

We understand that needs and circumstances change. If you wish to terminate your agreement, we require a 30-day written notice. We’ll work with you to ensure a smooth transition.

In traditional publishing, royalty rates are typically between 5% and 10%. As an independent press, we offer more equitable royalty structures—ranging from 35% to 70%, depending on your distribution channels. You will be paid on a quarterly basis. If you have co-authors, royalties can be split accordingly.

Yes. You will have access to a real-time analytics dashboard that tracks your book sales across platforms. The dashboard includes easy-to-read visual charts and auto-generated financial reports, giving you clear insights into your performance and helping you make data-driven decisions about promotion and sales.

Costs vary depending on the state of your manuscript, how much coaching or editorial development you need, and which marketing and PR services you choose. We’re transparent about pricing and offer flexible monthly payment plans—up to 18 months—to make the process accessible and manageable. We'll work with you to craft a publishing plan that aligns with your goals and your budget.