Want to make your children’s book a reality? Publish the Bookfox way.

Bookfox Press

At the end of the process, you won’t just have a book, you’ll have a memory to share with the little ones, you’ll have an accomplishment that you’ll be proud of, and a legacy that future generations will enjoy.

Why publish with Bookfox?

  • We specialize in children’s picture books. These are the hardest books to self publish.

  • We make it easy. You don’t have to cobble together services from a dozen different providers.

  • We’re reliable. While some of the industry seems to be a little shady, we’ve been around since 2006. We do what we promise.

  • We’re a hybrid publisher. We don’t reject 99.9% of the books we receive. We believe in providing access for authors.
  • Illustrations
  • Cover Design
  • Copyediting
  • Formatting
  • Uploading to Amazon
  • Choosing Trim Size
  • Amazon Keywords
  • ISBNs & Barcodes
  • Free Marketing Course

Our Services

Pricing

For a standard, 32-page children’s book under 1000 words, our set price is $4500.

This includes all the services listed above:

  • illustrations
  • cover design
  • copyediting
  • formatting
  • uploading
  • marketing course

This is the most hassle-free way of publishing a children’s book.

To see the range of our illustrators’ talent, take a look at these samples.

Questions? We have answers!

What if I already have illustrations done?

If you already have illustrations, that's great! We can definitely help you with just the publishing side. Reach out using the contact form below and we can set up a publishing package for you.

Are you a traditional publisher?

No, we are a hybrid publisher. That means we charge you a fee to do all the work for illustrations, ISBNs, cover design, formatting, uploading, etc.

Do you take the rights to my book?

No, you get to keep 100% of the rights to your children's book.

Do you take royalties?

No, you get to keep 100% of the profits. We do not take any royalties from your books.

Does this price include editing?

For picture books under 1000 words, yes, this price includes copyediting. If you would like developmental editing (big picture feedback about plot, characters, beginning/endings, etc), then we can add that to your publishing package.

Can I get author copies?

Yes, you can order author copies at a discounted rate from Amazon.

Do you offer distribution?

If you wanted distribution, that would require the add-on of Ingram-Spark, for an additional fee. Ingram-Spark makes it possible for bookstores to stock your book (Amazon does not put your book in physical bookstores).

Can you help me with marketing?

Yes, we have Bookfox Publicity, and would be happy to set up a call with one of our publicists to see if they're a good fit for you. Also, we offer free access to the online course "Your First Bestseller," where John Matthew Fox lays out an extensive marketing strategy for your book.

4 steps to work with us

Contact us

Contact us using the form below. Tell us about your book, including your word count.

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Customized plan

We develop a personalized plan to help you with publication, including editing and choosing an illustrator.

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Illustrations

You work with your illustrator, previewing a sketched outline, and asking for any revisions in the final images.

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Publication

We finalize the formatting, text, cover design, ISBNs, barcodes, Amazon keywords, and launch your book to the world!

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- Desislava Chevallier, "It's Not Pilates"

“John has helped me turn my dream into reality, suggesting editorial developments that completely brought my children’s book to life. He's also a wealth of knowledge on how to do your marketing campaign and to actually enjoy the ride. His team has helped me with the publishing and the process was seamless. I feel empowered to get my book in the hands of readers!" 

- Desirree Madison-Biggs, "The Little Seahorse Rescue"

"I've been working with John and Courtney to get my book published these past couple of months, and it was a really good experience. I've already referred authors their way as a result. The illustrator we hired was terrific and Courtney was very knowledgeable, responsive, helpful, encouraging and kind.  She made a pretty complicated process smooth and ultimately successful." 



- Kathleen Welton, "Myrtle the Turtle"

 "I am grateful that I discovered Bookfox Press for my debut picture books! The editorial help was spot on and the illustrations were magnificent. Looking forward to my next book in the "Myrtle the Turtle" book series. Highly recommended!"

- Tom Smith, "Boss Bandit"

"I did not know where or how to start, but I discovered Bookfox Press and was delighted. I enrolled in the classes Bookfox Press offered, and now five books later I am a children's book author. They are a legit and trustworthy company. That is the number one concern for most new authors, is the company reputable and trustworthy? 100% YES!

- Terri Lilga, "Santa's Simon"

"My experience publishing “Santa’s Simon” with BookFox was excellent.
   You can trust the all-inclusive contract which includes hands-on support from editing to illustrations to a beautifully published book. I have recommended BookFox at least a dozen times to people interested in Indie publishing, and I’m launching my second Bookfox published book next year!" 

- Marissa Santos, "Construction Connections"

"At BookFox Press, the guidance and expertise they offer are invaluable tools for any aspiring writer. Their support has transformed my belief in what I once thought about writing, helping me develop more confidence in my abilities. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your skills, Bookfox Press is the perfect partner on your writing journey."

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Hey! I’m John Fox

I started editing children's books when I became a stay-at-home dad for my twin boys.

Over the past decade, I've helped over 1,000 authors write and publish their books.

Your book could be next!