The Trafford Advantage

1995 marked a publishing industry revolution. Trafford defied popular belief by introducing “on-demand book publishing services.” This pioneering innovation marked the dawn of the Independent Book Publishing Industry.   Fast forward fifteen years, and 2009’s Indie Published books significantly outnumbered works released by traditional publishing houses, accounting for more than 70% of the year’s 1 million plus titles. Trafford, Indie Publishing’s founding father, is proud to have been the spark that ignited a revolution giving voice to hundreds of thousands of authors.  These very same authors would have been resigned to silence in the not too distant past. 

Trafford’s inspiration stems from a genuine belief in our authors.  More than 10,000 writers from over 120 countries have realized their dream of publication with Trafford as their Indie Publishing Partner.  Our goal is to provide the ultimate publishing experience producing the definitive book born of a vivid imagination.  This authometric motivation means that we are continually evaluating, adapting and developing our services, fueled by author feedback.

The Trafford Gold Seal of Literary Excellence

Trafford submits every manuscript to an industry professional reviewer; your book will be critiqued by the most respected names in the publishing industry. Our esteemed reviewers include representatives from the US Review of Books, Foreword Clarion Book Review and Kirkus Reviews. Learn more

Full Publishing Support

Our publishing experts and production team are on hand with whatever your book needs. From registration, worldwide distribution, an online bookselling webpage, to full cover and text design support. Produce your book in various formats: paperback, hardcover, leatherbound, electronic, and even iPad App format. We will send you one printed and bound proof and one electronic galley of every book, for your final approval prior to printing. Best of all, enjoy a non-exclusive contract: you are free to sign on with a traditional publisher, or sell your rights for film or television at any time.

Post-Publication Support—Your Lifetime as a New Trafford Family Member

Indie publishing means your book will never go out of print. Trafford Publishing provides lifetime support for as long as you wish to remain a part of the Trafford family. The Trafford Publishing experience provides personalized and ongoing assistance from your first phone call to our publishing consultants and through the years, as we support your marketing and promotional goals. Sign up with My Trafford to enter a password-protected Author Login Area that tracks your book’s progress, sales, and updates. Enjoy volume order author discounts for extra copies of your book to give to family and friends. Trafford’s full range of marketing services will ensure your story speaks to as many readers as possible.  As a guarantee of your full satisfaction, Trafford offers a 100% refund, contingent to our Terms and Conditions.