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November 25, 2025

FriesenPress Adds Book Coaching to Publishing Services Lineup

November 25, 2025/ FriesenPress
FriesenPress Adds Book Coaching to Publishing Services Lineup

In an age of AI automation, Canada's employee owned publishing services provider doubles down on the necessity of human-powered storytelling.

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March 08, 2022

FriesenPress Launches Audiobooks for Self-Publishing Authors

March 08, 2022/ FriesenPress
FriesenPress Launches Audiobooks for Self-Publishing Authors

FriesenPress has added audiobook production and distribution to its wide range of powerful publishing services.

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April 15, 2020

FriesenPress now 100% Employee Owned

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FriesenPress now 100% Employee Owned

Canada’s FriesenPress has become the world’s first and only employee-owned publishing services provider.

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July 19, 2019

Canada's Largest Publishing Services Provider Turns 10

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Canada's Largest Publishing Services Provider Turns 10

Victoria’s FriesenPress celebrates 5,000+ self-published titles and a decade in business on July 13th.

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September 20, 2016

FriesenPress Author Wins Alberta Readers’ Choice Award

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FriesenPress Author Wins Alberta Readers’ Choice Award

Laurel Deedrick-Mayne’s novel becomes first self-published book to claim $10,000 prize.

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FriesenPress

Professional publishing services. From editing and book coaching to design, distribution, and promotion support, FriesenPress help writers self-publish and succeed.


    Table of Contents


  • The Book-Changing Power of Editing

  • The Art of Self-Editing and Revising

  • What Makes a Great Editor?

  • The Types of Professional Edits

  • Choosing the Right Editing Services for Your Book


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  • The State of Self-Publishing in 2026

  • Step 1: Know Your Options

  • Step 2: Finish Your Manuscript

  • Step 3: Invest in Professional Editing

  • Step 4: Invest in Professional Design

  • Step 5: Optimize Your Book for Discoverability

  • Step 6: Determine Your Sales Strategy

  • Step 7: Distribute and Publish

 
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    Table of Contents


  • Our Methodology

  • Cost to Self-Publish in Canada

  • Cost of Book Editing

  • Cost of Book Design

  • Cost of Book Marketing

  • Printing and Distribution

  • The Missing Piece of Publishing


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  • Traditional Publishing

  • Self-Publishing

  • Publishing Services Providers (And What Makes FriesenPress Different)

  • Conclusion


    Table of Contents


  • Key Takeaways

  • The 2026 Book Marketing Timeline

  • 2026 Book Marketing Trends to Watch

  • Get in the zone: reframing book promotions

  • Start with why: establishing your book marketing foundation

  • Pass the eye test: how to create a market-ready book

  • Build your author platform

  • Generate sales momentum


    Table of Contents


  • Step 1: Identify your budgets

  • Step 2: Determine your creative vision

  • Step 3: Prepare for the recording process

  • Step 4: Perform your material

  • Step 5: Transform your audio into an audiobook


    Table of Contents


  • Section 1: Preparing Your Children’s Book for Publication

  • Section 2: Surveying Your Children’s Publishing Options

  • Section 3: Creating Children’s Book Illustrations

  • Conclusion


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Writers' Resources

Whether you're beginning your first draft or surveying your publishing options, our resources for writers will help move your book forward.

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Free Self-Publishing Guides

Thinking about publishing? The FriesenPress Author's Guide is your roadmap. Download your free copy and start planning your journey today!

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Publishing is a Journey

FriesenPress publishing paths include the team and services you need to professionally publish your own paperbacks, hardcovers, and eBooks.


    Table of Contents


  • Why Finding the Right Fit Matters

  • Determining Your Needs

  • How to Hire your Book Illustrator

  • How to Manage and Work with An Illustrator

  • Conclusion


    Table of Contents


  • Why Finding the Right Book Editor Matters

  • Determining Your Editorial Needs

  • How to Find the Perfect Match

  • How Much Does Book Editing Cost?

  • What Makes our Editing Process Unique?

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