Tell Your Story with YouByYou Books
Would you like to write your life story? Do you or your organisation have a local history book they would like to publish? At YouByYou we specialise in producing attractive books for your family, friends and local community. Our books include personal memoirs, village picture books and school histories.
We are proud of the relationships we build with customers.
“We would recommend YouByYou, without hesitation, to any potential authors.”
Jack and Peter
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Please contact us to discuss your writing or publishing project. We aim to offer a friendly and professional service, and produce your book at a reasonable cost.
How It Works
Author William Barham approached YouByYou with his unedited manuscript of the life and work of Dorothy Watson, a 20th century potter, who worked in London and Kent. The manuscript was then edited in the office, referring to William for approval of changes.
William takes up the story: “Anna (of YouByYou) identified and brought together the team of editor, photographer and designer which she managed throughout. She efficiently dealt with all the image and copyright issues, knowing exactly how to resolve various complexities that came about.
“She had a fine eye for the text and the balance of images, consulting with me over every recommendation and change. She also put an immense amount of work into the final printing stage, the covers and paper weights, the graphics and tones, reading and rereading the proofs to iron everything out. The project proceeded without any difficulties.”
Overseeing every stage of the process was key to the success of the project. Copies were checked at the printers before delivery to William.
Recently Published
A history of this fascinating village from medieval times to the present day.
Paperback
£10 from Waterstones