Comments from our Authors

“Like many other authors, I felt I had written a novel worth publishing – but I was unable to find an agent or publisher willing to give me that opportunity. Finally, after many futile attempts I decided that self publishing was the answer. I looked at several companies and tried to weigh up the pros and cons of each – but I was feeling very daunted at the thought of finding my own printer, or designing my own cover.

Purely by chance I came upon an advertisement in a magazine for Spiderwize – so I looked at their website – and how glad I am that I did! For a very reasonable fee, they took over and did everything for me. I had my own Production Assistant, Joanne, who helped me every step of the way in a friendly and approachable way. No question from me seemed too silly – she was always ready with a response. I was asked if I had any ideas for my cover, which was speedily produced and exceeded my hopes, the draft was returned to me for any corrections/changes and very soon the book was finished.

From my initial contact to receiving my first finished copy of the book was about two months. Since then I have ordered copies to sell myself and my book is featured on all the main on-line book sellers both in the UK and the USA.

I cannot speak highly enough of the service Spiderwize give, in a professional yet friendly way – thanks to Joanne and Angus I really feel I could not have done better. If ever I finish the next book – rest assured, I’ll be back!”

“Spiderwize does everything it says on its website, and more, quickly, professionally and in a user friendly manner. The cover design team were outstanding and the finished product excellent. All of this at an affordable price and with bags of support and advice from my production assistant to boot. Quite simply, a wonderful service from a dedicated team.”

“… I think Spiderwize has got the balance just about right, and getting your 200 page book published and reasonably edited, allowing the author to purchase their own copies for £3, all-in for £1000-seems a pretty exceptional deal to me…”

“I am aware that you receive many such letters of thanks for the excellent service you render to authors and would be authors. However, I wish to tell you that the journey that I have taken with you through the finalization, editing and printing of the book has been one of enjoyment, free of frustration that could so easily have made it a drag. To a very large extent, you have achieved this through your promptness and patience in dealing with every aspect of the creative process. My own ineptitude protracted the proofing stages but I received only kind and willing help in finalizing the manuscript.”

“I collected the parcel of books from DHL at 9am this morning and am absolutely delighted with the quality of the production. I think that you achieved something extraordinary in having the books printed and delivered within seven days.”

“I have enjoyed a great working relationship with Spiderwize during the publishing of the three volumes of The Darwinian Extension Trilogy. They make the daunting prospect of self publishing very straightforward. The contact personnel are with the author all the way through. I also find the cover design service one of exceptional standard and flexibility. They are an automatic choice for my current project – ‘Renewal’.”

“There is only one word to describe the overall service provided by Spiderwize and that is EXCELLENT from the start of the book process to its conclusion. I certainly would not hesitate using the service again.”

“Everyone, without exception, comments on the book design, the quality, the layout, the sheer pleasure to the eye of the cover design; its subtle way of working in the beige colours and the title written in various scripts and designs that appear to be there but not at first glance; so too the almost hidden image that only becomes apparent on closer examination.”

“I thought writing the book was the hard bit, but trying to find a publisher was far harder! I eventually opted for the self-publishing route and after quite a lot of research settled on Spiderwize. I have absolutely no regrets about that decision as the service I received from both Angus Muller, sales and production assistant, and Joanne Moore, production assistant, was excellent. Spiderwize were extremely professional about the whole job but also happy to offer advice and direction when I asked. I found proofing a huge task and I know I was picky but I wanted it to be right and Spiderwize were patient beyond the call of duty. I was especially pleased with the art work for the cover and also the agreed page layout, font style etc. I have no hesitation in recommending Spiderwize.”

“May I thank you for all the help you have given me in publishing the poetry I have written over the last ten years.

For several years I had the intention of self publishing my poetry but had been deterred from this by the availability of what I perceived to be advertised publishers who were offering extremely expensive ‘packages’ that appeared to want to take control of every aspect of my work, including placing up to 500 copies in shops, for which it appeared I would get little or no financial return.

Their costs started around £1,500 but it was obvious from small print that this was to climb as ‘extra’ services were provided. It also looked as if they would take control of my work and it would be extremely difficult for me to claim ‘ownership’ of this if I decided to move publishers at any stage.

You can imagine my suspicion when I fell upon a publisher by browsing the net that offered an inexpensive alternative, and according to your web site, seemed to offer everything I required. To be honest, the price was within my reach and it was for this reason that I decided to place my poetry with you, still wondering if your price would increase with add-ons, and what level of service you would provide me.

I am absolutely delighted with you and your company ‘Spiderwize,’ you have assisted me, a complete novice, every step of the way! You have tolerated my consistent editing of my work and advised me to look for things I would have otherwise missed. Having already worked on suggested covers for my book, when I decided to go with my own photography and sent you very crude ideas on layout you then turned it into a masterpiece of design.

More importantly you have been approachable, helpful and concerned about assisting a new author to publish his work in the most professional manner possible and also have not added any ‘extra’ charges along the way. I would recommend ‘Spiderwize’ to any author who is self publishing for the first time, in this day and age it is hard to get service of this nature anywhere.

Thanking you once again,”