There is no single way to publish a book well. The right approach depends on your goals, timeline, and the level of partnership you want throughout the process.
At The Paper House, we work through two publishing models—Self Publishing and Hybrid Publishing. Both are editorially led and professionally executed. The difference lies in how the work is supported and how the book is positioned after publication.
Author-led, professionally supported
Self publishing is designed for authors who want full ownership and creative control, while working with an experienced publishing team to prepare their book to professional standards.
With self publishing:
This path suits authors who value independence, flexibility, and direct involvement in publishing decisions.
Hybrid publishing is often misunderstood. At The Paper House, it does not mean pay-to-publish, vanity publishing, or relinquishing control.
Hybrid publishing here means:
This model allows for deeper involvement, broader visibility, and long-term strategy—while keeping authors firmly in control of their work.
A collaborative publishing partnership
Hybrid publishing is a shared-investment model for authors who want a more integrated publishing relationship.
With hybrid publishing:
Hybrid publishing is best suited for authors seeking broader visibility, strategic guidance, and an ongoing publishing partner beyond production.
Children’s books are not a separate publishing model.
They may follow either Self Publishing or Hybrid Publishing, depending on factors such as illustration needs, format complexity, and publishing goals.
Specialized editorial and design support is applied regardless of path.
There is no “better” option—only the one that aligns with your publishing vision.
The right choice depends on:
Our role is to provide clarity so you can move forward with confidence.
Compare scope, services, and investment across publishing options.
