Empower Your Publishing Journey with Expertise

Welcome to Dee Burks Publishing Consultant

With over 25 years in publishing, Dee Burks offers expert consulting for authors seeking to get their books published in a seamless and cost-effective way. Whether your dream is to traditionally publish or self publish, getting the right advice can save you both money and time.

Consulting Services Offered

Expert guidance tailored to your specific book project. Each author fills out a short form describing their project and publishing goals. This informs the consultation and allows you to get real answers. Initial consultation sessions are priced by the hour and may span a number of topics so don't be afraid to ask anything!

Traditional Publishing Consultation

Traditional Publishing is a big dream for many authors and in this consultation we talk about the traditional market, how to get an agent, what to expect from an agent relationship, what an agent wants to see and when, what traditional publishers expect of their authors and what range of revenue you might expect to earn as a traditional author.

Marketing for Authors

Self Publishing Consultation

Self Publishing can be intimidating and requires the author to be willing to learn - a lot. We talk about realistic timelines and all the elements involved in creating your book (editing, layout, design, uploads, timelines, costs, etc) so you get a good overview of what is in store.

Marketing is a huge area for all authors whether traditional or self published. We talk about timelines to book launch, how bestseller campaigns work, how to get media and what you can expect cost wise. We also delve into websites and social media which are a must for today's authors.

Dee's guidance transformed my writing journey, making self-publishing a clear and achievable goal for me.

Sandra L.

With Dee's expertise, I confidently prepared a book proposal and learned where and how to submit to agents. Her experience and knowledge shortened my learning curve significantly.

Roger W.

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I thought I was stuck as I had already published with a sketchy publisher. Dee walked me through getting my rights back and re-launching my series with that book.

Paisley H.

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I made a mistake in choosing a children's book illustrator without a contract. I felt like I was being continually extorted by them. Dee helped me come to a written agreement with that illustrator that allowed my book to finally move forward. I just wish I'd talked to Dee sooner!!

Andrea D.