For Authors

Publish With Us

We believe every meaningful story deserves a reader. If you've written something worth sharing, we want to hear from you.

Why Publish With Sam Lab?

We're a boutique house, small enough to care deeply, experienced enough to deliver.

Editorial Excellence

Hands-on editing and developmental feedback on every manuscript.

Wide Distribution

Your book available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and independent bookstores worldwide.

Active Promotion

Launch support including your author page, book trailer, and promotion across our channels.

Author Community

Join a growing family of writers who support and champion each other's work.

Services and Pricing

Transparent fees. You keep your royalties.

Manuscript Assessment

$600

A written editorial report on structure, voice and readiness for publication, delivered within two weeks. The fee is credited toward a publishing package.

Full Publishing Package

From $3,800

Editing, professional cover design, formatting for ebook and print, distribution on Amazon and major retailers, an author page and book trailer on our site.

Memoir Partnership

From $12,500

For ambassadors, ministers and senior officials with a story to tell and limited time to write it. Guided interviews, writing support and full production over 9 to 12 months.

Translation Editions

From $2,500

Publish your book in Romanian or English, edited and produced to the same standard as the original.

Every project begins with a free 30-minute conversation. Authors retain all rights and royalties.

How It Works

A clear, respectful process from first contact to published book.

01

Submit Your Manuscript

Fill out the inquiry form below with details about your book and yourself. We review every submission personally.

02

Editorial Review

Our editorial team reads your submission and responds within 4–6 weeks with feedback or an offer to move forward.

03

Publishing Agreement

We discuss terms, timeline, and your vision for the book. Transparent contracts, no hidden fees.

04

Launch & Promotion

From cover design to distribution and marketing, we work alongside you every step of the way.

Submit Your Manuscript

Tell us about your book. We read every submission and respond personally.

We respond to all submissions within 4–6 weeks. Your information is kept strictly confidential.

Our office

150 East 44th Street, New York, NY 10017