Welcome to Abundant Harvest Publishing!

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It’s time to turn that dusty manuscript into a high quality book!


Here’s the truth…


Anybody can print out some pages and slap a cheesy cover on it. That’s not what you want! Like all artists, you’ve left a piece of your soul in that manuscript. You’ve poured your blood, sweat, and tears into that document—it’s a reflection of who you are. How do I know this? Because I’m a writer, too! You want the finished product of your book to be as high quality as the content written on those pages.

But there’s a big problem that every aspiring writer must inevitably face: now that the manuscript is finished (congratulations!), where do you go from there?

I wrote my first book and sat on the manuscript for 20 years because I didn’t know what to do with it. In some ways, writing the actual book is both the hardest part and the easiest part. It’s hard because it’s all up to you to do the writing. You have to motivate and discipline yourself to sit down and crank out the manuscript. But it’s also the easiest part because it’s the part that depends solely on you! Turning the manuscript into a book requires you to depend on lots of other people, such as an editor, graphic designer, photographer, publisher, agent, distributor, promoter, etc. If any of them tell you “no,” then that’s as far as you go! And that’s where the real problem with getting published exists.

The Only Two Ways to Get a Book Deal

You see, no publisher is willing to risk thousands of their dollars unless they are guaranteed to make all their money back with a profit. That’s why only famous people or accomplished authors get million-dollar book deals. The publishers just want to slap the name of a “sure thing” on the book cover because they know it will sell. Of course, this doesn’t mean that the book is any good or that the author even knows how to write, it just means it’s expected to make money, and that’s all the publisher cares about.

That means the only realistic way to get your book done is to do it all on your own. So how do you wear all those different hats and play all those different roles without knowing how to do any of them? Especially when all you probably just want to do is be creative and write a book.

That’s where I come in. I’ve been self-publishing my own books as well as other people’s books for years. I have extensive editing and formatting experience, I use only professional graphic designers, and I know how to get paperback and Kindle books up on Amazon. My goal is for you to focus on what your heart wants to focus on—writing. Let me do the rest.

Self-Publishing Made Painless

Most creative people just want the freedom to be creative and have an opportunity to showcase their work to the world. They’re not in it for money or fame, they just want to express themselves or share information. We all need an outlet for our creativity. So that’s my ultimate goal: to let you be creative and write your book, while I do all the other necessary practical considerations needed to turn your writing into a reality!

My services include the following:

  • Content edit your rough manuscript

  • Format the manuscript into book form

  • Design a professional full-color original front and back cover

  • Provide an ISBN barcode

  • File with the Library of Congress

  • Provide an official publishing company name and logo

  • Upload the finished documents to Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)

  • Publish your paperback book for sale on Amazon

  • Provide you with MS Word and PDF versions of your book

  • Direct you on how to develop your Book Launch Team.

Now here’s the best part!

I want you to have full control over your own book. Remember, I’m an author, too, and I want full control over my own creations as well. I have no desire to make money off of you making money. All I want is to be paid to take your book through the process from manuscript to the finished product, then let you loose to sell and promote your book as you see fit! So I don’t collect any royalties. The sales of your book stays with you—as it should.

Let’s Talk About Cost vs. Benefit

So you’re probably wondering, how much will this cost? All the services listed above are a simple flat price of $2,500. Remember, time is money and experience only comes with time. I have edited thousands of documents and edited/published dozens of books. I’ve navigated the legal requirements and protections that every author needs, and I am an expert at designing paperback, Kindle, and PDF books, then selling them on Amazon. I also have professional graphic designers on my team. All this knowledge, experience, and time cannot be easily obtained by most authors on their own; therefore, it has a value worth more than its weight in gold. You could take months or years to learn everything I know and amass the experience I have, but that would only distract you from promoting and selling your book, and perhaps even prevent you from writing your next book—or you could just pay me for my services!

Don’t Let 20 Years Pass You By

At the time, my lack of knowledge kept me from moving forward. How many other books could I have written in those 20 years? (I don’t even want to think about it). Time is passing us all by and time is of the essence. Whether you want to write a book to generate income, leave as a legacy for your family and friends, or simply because it’s been a lifelong personal goal, don’t stall after the manuscript is complete simply because you don’t know what to do next. That would be such a shame. Let me help you make your dream a reality! Contact me today!


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Meet Our Team


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Publisher & Founder

I have extensive professional experience both as an author of three books, as well as an editor and publisher of dozens of books.

Click here to learn more about me.

Education:

Master of Business Administration, University of Redlands

B.A. Political Science, California State University, Fullerton

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Editor

I am extremely blessed to work with Abundant Harvest Publishing! I have done copy editing and rewrites for numerous books, and enjoy reading and writing.

Education:

B.A. English, The Master’s University

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Graphic Designer

I have done graphic design work for Erik V. Sahakian since 2013, literally designing every book cover he has ever published, both for himself and our clients.

I am an avid reader, writer, and author of a published book, You Are Loved By A Father.

Education:

Master of Biblical Theology, Western Seminary

B.A. Biblical Leadership, Western Seminary

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Illustrator

I am a self-taught artist and have been drawing for as long as I can remember. I am blessed with the opportunity to be part of the Abundant Harvest Publishing team to bring the words of authors to life through the illustrations I create!


Services & Pricing


Package A - The Proofreader / $1,000

  • Correcting cosmetic errors of spelling, grammar, and punctuation

Package B - The Publisher / $2,500 (Our most popular package!)

  • All features from Package A

  • Content edit your rough manuscript (making corrections, rewording or rewriting text, and improving format, flow, style, and accuracy)

  • Format the manuscript into book form

  • Design a professional full-color original front and back cover

  • Provide an ISBN barcode

  • File with the Library of Congress

  • Provide a legitimate publishing company name and logo

  • Upload the finished documents to Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)

  • Publish your paperback book for sale on Amazon

  • Provide a MS Word and PDF version of your book

  • Direct you on developing a Book Launch Team

Package C - The Ghostwriter / $15,000

  • All features from Package B

  • Essentially, I will write the book on your behalf and give you all the credit!


FAQ


What file format should I use to submit the manuscript?

Only manuscripts submitted as MS Word documents will be accepted. MS Word provides the best platform for formatting and editing your manuscript into a finished book.

How long does the entire process take?

Once your manuscript has been accepted and full payment has been made, the entire process to completion takes approximately 90 days.

Can you do expedited processing?

Yes, we can complete the publishing process in 50 days for an additional fee of $500.

What kind of communication can I expect while my manuscript is in process?

You will receive regular emailed “progress reports” and, of course, you also have the opportunity to contact me whenever you have a question.

Do I get to give any input on the design of the cover?

Absolutely! As we get closer to the cover design phase, I will contact you to get an idea of what you want your cover to look like. I will always send you a “proof cover” for your approval before the book is published.

How do I get access to the finished book once the process is complete?

I’ve heard horror stories of publishers keeping the final edited and formatted manuscript, cover art work, and even preventing the author from obtaining copies of their own completed book! I will never do that to you. You will have full access to your finished book. I will set you up with your own KDP account with a username and login. Once your book is complete, you can order discounted copies directly from KDP to promote and sell as you see fit, without going through me. Additionally, I will email you a copy of the fully edited and formatted MS Word file for your keeping.

How do you take payment?

Payment can be made using Apple Pay, Zelle, or PayPal. Due to the nature of the work and the upfront costs involved, full payment must be made before the publishing project can begin.


Testimonials


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Dick Hochreiter, author of Where to Put the Ladder

“I thank God for Erik! He is such a help to get something from your heart onto paper—and for it to make sense! He is very good at understanding and articulating the heart of the vision of a book. I would recommend him to anyone who is thinking about publishing their manuscript.”

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Anthony L. Fisher, author of Discover Your Greatness

“It was in 2008 that I first became aware of Erik’s crafted skill and ability to write, edit, and capture the reader’s gaze. If you have a desire to publish a book and want to work with a professional who has the experience, knowledge, and insight into the self-publishing industry, I highly recommend Erik Sahakian.”

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Timothy Peters, author of the Josh Powers Series

“Erik was the first editor of my first three books and then the editor and publisher of the fourth book. He is a thoughtful and careful editor who has a passion for his work. Erik wants to make sure that he communicates exactly what the writer is trying to say. He has a God-given and insightful talent for editing.”

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Bjorn Stavness, author of the Loving Oneness Series

“I love Erik's approach to editing. He meticulously makes necessary grammatical and textual changes without overpowering the author's technique or personality. I am very pleased with the cover his artist created and relieved that he took my book through the entire publishing process.”

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Ebo Elder, author of The Great Comeback

“Brother, you’re a rock star! Thank you so much for your commitment to excellence and taking personal ownership of The Great Comeback. I’m so happy with the finished product!”