How We Work

Step 1: Submission Review

Our publishing committee, led by Carl Cannon (Washington Bureau Chief, RealClearPolitics), thoughtfully reviews every synopsis, outline, table of contents, book proposal, and manuscript (or partial manuscript) submitted. Keep in mind, only high-quality content that brings a meaningful perspective to an issue of the day will be extended an offer from RealClear Publishing. Either way, you’ll hear back from us within two weeks.

Step 2: Core Services

Once your project is accepted, we will work with you to develop a publishing plan that is tailored to your goals and priorities. Because we are a hybrid publishing enterprise, every agreement will include the following basic elements:

Production Services: Includes editing, cover and interior design, and publishing in print, eBook, and audiobook formats.

Licensing Fee to RealClearPolitics: Enables our authors to leverage the credibility of the trusted RealClearPolitics brand.

Marketing Program through RealClearPolitics: Provides our authors with premium access to RCP’s audience.

Step 3: Customized Publishing and Promotion Plan

Beyond the above elements, authors will have an opportunity to select from a menu of services from our “dream team” of experts that align with their needs, goals, and budget, including:

Editorial: Concept development, developmental editing, and ghostwriting via Gotham Ghostwriters.

Book Distribution: National submission to online and brick-and-mortar bookstores via Amplify.

Marketing/PR Support: Customized publicity campaigns to complement the RealClearPolitics marketing program via our network of top publishing PR professionals.