Testimonials from our talented authors
Exceeded every expectation for my first book
Holly made publishing my first book, Silent Debt, far easier than I expected.
As a first-time author, I needed someone to take the manuscript through proofreading, formatting and publication without overwhelming me. Holly was efficient, simplified the whole process, and handled it with care. She also did a fantastic job with the launch, which exceeded my expectations and helped the book reach Amazon #1 bestseller in several categories.
The cover design was excellent. She has a designer who understood the tone of the book and got it spot on.
I would work with Holly and North Downs Publishing again without hesitation.
The whole process was fantastic
Thank you for all your support with the birthing of my book and journal – the whole process was fantastic and I am so grateful to you and your designers for taking such good care of me and the book.
I couldn’t be happier
I couldn’t be happier with the exceptional service provided by Holly Worton and her team at North Downs Publishing. Their expertise, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to my success have made the self-publishing process a breeze. The unparalleled support and expertise in self-publishing provide authors with a personalized, efficient, and stress-free experience. I thoroughly recommend Holly’s services.
efficient, knowledgeable, prompt
North Downs Publishing is just exactly what you hoped for but could never find. Holly Worton is easy to work with, quietly efficient, knowledgeable, prompt, unobtrusive, willing to help … and completely trustworthy. I could not have done without her; and I have not the slightest reservation in recommending North Downs Publishing in the highest possible terms.
Holly’s knowledge and expertise was phenomenal
Working with Holly on getting my book published has truly been the best decision. Every step of the way i felt supported and Holly’s knowledge and expertise was phenomenal. I felt the stress was completely removed and Holly listened to what I wanted and supported me in getting there. When I didn’t know what decision to make, Holly was there as a support to guide and let me know from her knowledge and experience the right path for my book to take. Everything went smoothly, I have published a book before through a publishing house and it wasn’t this easy. All my future books will be through Holly without a doubt- thank you for taking the stress out of self-publishing Holly I am super grateful.
the most impressive service imaginable
For the last eight years I have relied on two extraordinary people – Agustin Gonzalez and Holly Worton.
Publishing problem solvers par excellence, they’ve mapped out an entirely new way of direct publishing, and have made it possible for me to break free from the clutches of the conventional publishing system.
Agustin and Holly handle almost everything relating to the preparation and publishing of my work – from having my manuscripts edited and proofed, to uploading finished files on the print-on-demand platforms, such as Amazon KDP and Ingram’s Lighting Source.
They work on my social media profiles, too, as well as overseeing the visibility of my work, translations, copyright issues, and a whole lot more. North Downs Publishing offers the most impressive service imaginable, one tailored to each specific author. Based in the UK, their reach and vision are global, and their eye to attention is second-to-none.
an absolute joy to work with
Holly is professional, prompt, personable, perceptive, persistent, pleasant and well….perfect. From beginning to end she was an absolute joy to work with. Our first book was a success with her and her team’s efforts and every step was meticulously guided and attended to with such timeliness, kindness and integrity. She surpassed our high expectations and we both look so forward to working with her (individually and together again) in the future! Holly, we both thank you with all of our hearts and look forward to a continued working relationship…and now friendship. You’re the best!!
Words can hardly describe the extraordinary contribution
Since 2013, when the charity was founded, the Idries Shah Foundation has been working with North Downs Publishing for online marketing and community management. Later, we began to work with them for publishing services, including managing the team of editors, proofreaders, graphic designers, formatters, translators, and more. They handle all aspects of publishing, from manuscript to print, audio, and ebooks. They have successfully re-published 52 books in both English and Spanish, and will be continue to handle our publishing projects.
Words can hardly describe the extraordinary contribution North Downs Publishing has made to our own publishing portfolio and online presence. We are absolutely indebted to North Downs’ foresight, their indefatigable diligence, and their ability to gauge one’s needs in a fast-moving charitable foundation.
I know I can trust Holly
Holly understands thoroughly the process of self-publishing from beginning to end, so working with her has been as smooth as it could possibly be. I know I can trust Holly with every single request, no matter how challenging and for her to respond in a timely and efficient manner. Personally, I also value greatly her warm and kind character, and her attention to detail. I know I will continue to reach out to Holly with my different projects – and I look forward to it, too.
the most professional manner possible
Holly and Agustin have handled my father, Ken Tate, and my books from start to finish in the most professional manner possible. They have a streamlined process that takes our writing through multiple content and proof editing, cover design, ebook formatting and professional typesetting.
Agustin even translated one of our titles into Spanish. My father, Ken, was previously published on four separate occasions by Images Publishing in Australia, and sold over 40,000 architectural books with them. Dad is so glad to be in control now and publishing with this dynamic team!
a team of gifted writers, editors, and graphic designers
Imagine walking unkempt and filthy off the Appalachian Trail and into a makeover—shower, hair styled, and new hip clothes that really fit.
Now imagine working with a team of gifted writers, editors, and graphic designers who help transform your unkempt—and perhaps filthy in places—electronic manuscript into an object of lucidity and physical elegance.
I look forward to North Downs Publishing cleaning me up the next time I come staggering off the writing trail.
Now they’re flying off the shelves
Our book and audiobook projects had been sitting on the shelf for years, gathering dust because no-one in our team could carve out enough time to do the work needed. Then we found Holly. Now they’re flying off the shelves and it’s such an unstressful joy to see them finally out there in the world.
