You’ve got a story worth telling, now let Ireland Publishing House bring it to life. As one of Ireland’s expert book publishers, we believe publishing should be clear, fair, and built around you. Whether you’re thinking about self-publishing or want to work with independent publishers, we’re here for it. Our team helps with everything, editing, design, marketing, distribution, so you can focus on what matters: your story. Serving writers across the Republic and publishers Northern Ireland, we combine Irish authenticity with international publishing standards. Your story deserves to be heard, celebrated, and remembered.
Getting started is simple. You can reach us through our website contact form, email, or phone, whichever works best for you. Once you get in touch, we’ll schedule a consultation to discuss your book project in detail. During this conversation, we’ll ask about your manuscript: What’s it about? Who’s your target audience? What stage are you at? Do you have a complete draft or just an outline? We’ll also discuss your publishing goals: Are you looking to self-publish with full creative control, or do you want our team to handle everything? Based on your needs and budget, we’ll recommend the best publishing package for you and explain exactly what’s included. This consultation is completely free and there’s no obligation. We’ll answer all your questions honestly and give you a clear picture of what the publishing journey looks like, realistic timelines, and what you can expect at each stage.
Once we begin working together, our team helps bring your book to life exactly how you envision it. If you need writing support, our ghostwriters and content developers can help structure your ideas, develop chapters, or even write the entire manuscript based on your vision and input. If you already have a draft, our editors step in to refine it, checking grammar, improving flow, strengthening narrative structure, and making sure your voice comes through clearly. We offer developmental editing (big-picture feedback on plot, characters, pacing), line editing (sentence-level improvements), and copy editing (grammar, punctuation, consistency). After the initial editing round, we’ll send you a draft to review. You can suggest changes, request revisions, or approve sections, it’s entirely collaborative. We then work step by step through each chapter or section, making revisions based on your feedback until you’re completely satisfied. This process continues in rounds until your manuscript is polished and ready for the next stage.
When your manuscript is complete and approved, it moves to our proofreading and formatting team for the final polish. Our proofreaders carefully read through your entire book one last time, catching any remaining typos, grammatical errors, or inconsistencies that might have slipped through earlier rounds. This is the final quality check before formatting begins. Once proofreading is done, our formatting specialists take over. We format your book professionally for whichever format you need: paperback, hardcover, ebook (EPUB format for most ereaders), Kindle (MOBI format), PDF, or audiobook scripts. Each format has specific technical requirements, margins, font sizes, chapter breaks, page numbers, and we handle all of that according to industry standards. You’ll receive formatted samples to review, and if anything needs adjusting (spacing, fonts, layout), we’ll make those changes. The goal is a book that looks clean, professional, and easy to read in whatever format your readers prefer.
With your book’s interior finalized, we move to designing a cover that grabs attention and represents your story perfectly. Our design team will create multiple cover design samples based on your book’s genre, themes, and target audience. You’ll get to review these samples and choose your favorite, or if you already have design ideas, mood boards, or specific imagery in mind, you can share them with us and we’ll bring your vision to life. We design covers using professional software including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, the same tools used by major publishing houses. We’ll create covers in the correct dimensions and formats for both print and digital: high-resolution files for paperback/hardcover printing, and optimized versions for online retailers like Amazon, where your cover thumbnail needs to stand out in search results. We also design the spine and back cover, including your book description, author bio, barcode, and ISBN. You’ll get multiple revision rounds until the cover is exactly what you want.
This is the moment everything comes together, your book officially becomes published. We handle all the technical aspects of publication so you don’t have to worry about the complicated stuff. First, we register your book with an ISBN (International Standard Book Number), which is essentially your book’s unique identifier required for distribution and sales tracking. We also register your copyright, create the necessary legal pages (copyright notice, disclaimer, etc.), and set up your book’s metadata (title, author name, description, keywords, categories) on publishing platforms. We publish through major platforms including Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing), IngramSpark for wider distribution, and Apple Books if you want ebook distribution through the Apple ecosystem. You decide whether you want print-on-demand (books are printed as orders come in) or offset printing (bulk printing for lower per-unit costs). Once everything’s uploaded and approved, your book goes live and becomes available for purchase worldwide. You’ll receive your author copies, and we’ll send you links to your live book listings.
After publication, the real work begins: getting your book in front of readers. Our marketing team develops a customized strategy based on your genre and audience. This includes setting up your Amazon Author Central profile with your bio and photo, creating social media content and graphics you can use for promotion, planning launch campaigns, and identifying promotional opportunities like BookBub deals or genre-specific newsletters. We help you get your book into Irish bookstores and libraries through proper distribution channels, and we can arrange print copies for local events or book signings. Distribution-wise, your book will be available through Amazon (globally), Irish online retailers, and potentially physical bookstores if you choose expanded distribution through IngramSpark. We’ll also guide you through building your author platform: setting up a website, growing your email list, and connecting with readers through social media or book clubs. Marketing support doesn’t end at launch, we’re here for ongoing advice, promotional campaigns, and helping you build momentum for future books.
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We publish books across major platforms, including Amazon KDP, IngramSpark and other global distributors. Whether you choose print, eBook or both, we guide you in selecting the right format and publishing route for your goals.
We provide developmental editing, line editing, copy editing and proofreading, depending on what your manuscript needs. Our editors improve structure, language and accuracy while keeping your tone and message intact.
We offer ghostwriting support across all genres, including fiction, non-fiction, autobiographies, business books, self-help, academic work and children’s stories. Our writers shape your ideas into clear, well-written manuscripts through structured collaboration.
We design covers for fiction, non-fiction, academic books and children’s titles in both print and digital formats. From illustrated concepts to clean typographic styles, our designers create covers that suit your genre and audience.
We format books for novels, academic texts, children’s books and non-fiction titles. Our layouts are prepared for paperback, hardback and eBook versions, ensuring your content meets platform and printing requirements.
We help promote your book through launch planning, online listings, author branding and targeted campaigns. Our strategies focus on visibility across digital platforms while helping you reach the right readership for your genre.
Ireland Publishing House helped me turn my thoughts into a well-researched, well-organized non-fiction book. They made sure that the tone and structure matched what I had in mind, and the final product was great. The process was smooth and worked well with others, and I’m sure my book is ready to be published.
It was a pleasure to work with Ireland Publishing House to write my fiction book. Their team really got the heart of my story and made it come to life in a way I never would have thought possible. The end result was better than I had hoped for.
Ireland Publishing House made the book publishing process clear and manageable. Every step was explained thoroughly, allowing me to make informed decisions. Their organised approach and attention to quality gave me confidence that my book was being handled with care and professionalism.
I engaged Ireland Publishing House for ghostwriting services and found the experience highly professional. The team took time to understand my ideas and writing style, ensuring my voice was preserved. Communication was consistent throughout, and the final manuscript was clear, structured, and well written.
I had my non-fiction proofread by them really polished my book.
I had an amazing experience working with Ireland Publishing House for my book’s ghostwriting. Their team captured my voice perfectly and delivered a beautifully written manuscript. The process was smooth, and they kept me updated every step of the way. Highly recommend their professional service for any author!
I worked with this company for my book publishing and I am very happy with their service.
I partnered with Ireland Publishing House for my children’s book project and was very impressed. The illustrations and layout were engaging and age-appropriate. They delivered high-quality results while maintaining creative consistency. The final book exceeded my expectations.
Publishing costs in Ireland vary depending on the services you need and whether you’re self-publishing or working with a publisher. Basic self-publishing packages can start around €500-€1,000 for essential services like formatting and cover design, while comprehensive packages with editing, marketing, and distribution typically range from €2,000-€5,000. At Ireland Publishing House, we offer transparent pricing tailored to your specific needs, no hidden fees. We’ll discuss your budget during the free consultation and recommend options that give you the best value. Traditional publishers don’t charge upfront but take a larger share of royalties.
Getting traditionally published anywhere can be challenging, publishers receive thousands of submissions and accept only a small percentage. However, self-publishing and independent publishing have made it much easier for Irish authors to get their work out there. With the right support, publishing your book doesn’t have to be complicated. At Ireland Publishing House, we guide you through every step, handling the technical details so you can focus on your writing. Whether you’re a first-time author or experienced writer, we make the process straightforward and transparent. The hardest part is usually finishing the manuscript, after that, we take care of the rest.
The best publisher for first-time authors is one that offers clear guidance, transparent pricing, and genuine support throughout the process. Look for publishers who explain each step, answer your questions patiently, and let you keep your rights and royalties. Avoid anyone asking for large upfront fees without explaining what you’re getting, or publishers who make unrealistic promises about sales. At Ireland Publishing House, we specialize in working with new Irish authors, we know this can feel overwhelming, so we take extra time to walk you through everything. You’ll have direct contact with our team, honest advice, and support that continues after publication.
The “Big Five” are the world’s largest traditional publishing houses: Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, Hachette, and Macmillan. These companies publish most bestselling books and represent major authors worldwide. However, getting accepted by the Big Five is extremely competitive, they typically only work with agented authors and prioritize proven bestsellers. For most Irish authors, especially first-timers, independent publishers like Ireland Publishing House offer a more accessible path. You’ll get professional publishing services, keep more control over your work, earn higher royalties, and actually get personal attention throughout the process rather than being one of thousands.
Yes, selling 5,000 copies is actually quite good, especially for a first-time author or independently published book. Most self-published books sell fewer than 200 copies total, so hitting 5,000 means you’ve built real readership. In traditional publishing, 5,000 copies would be considered respectable for a debut, though publishers hope for more. The important thing is that every book’s success looks different, selling 500 copies to the right audience who genuinely connect with your work matters more than 5,000 sales to disinterested readers. At Ireland Publishing House, we help you set realistic goals and build momentum over time rather than chasing unrealistic numbers.
The most famous self-published success story is probably E.L. James, who self-published Fifty Shades of Grey before it became a global phenomenon with traditional publishers. Other highly successful self-published authors include Andy Weir (The Martier), Amanda Hocking (YA fantasy), and Mark Dawson (thriller writer earning millions independently). In Ireland, several authors have built successful careers through self-publishing, particularly in romance, thriller, and non-fiction genres. While these mega-successes are rare, thousands of authors earn steady income and build loyal readerships through self-publishing. The key is quality work, consistent marketing, and realistic expectations, we help Irish authors achieve sustainable success.
We guide you through the publishing process in clear, simple steps, so you always know what is happening and what comes next. Your work is kept fully confidential, your feedback is taken seriously, and nothing moves forward without your approval. Our role is to remove confusion, protect your work, and make sure your book is completed properly and professionally.
