Discover the Best Fit for Your Publishing Journey
There are many paths to publishing, but which one is right for you? We’ve outlined the key differences between self-publishing, traditional publishing, and hybrid publishing to help you understand where Divine Purpose Publishing House fits and why our approach stands apart.
| Feature | Self-Publishing | Traditional Publishing | Hybrid Publishing | Divine Purpose Publishing |
| Author Investment | Full financial responsibility | No upfront cost | Partial, tailored investment | Tailored investment based on needs |
| Creative Control | Complete control over every aspect | Limited, publisher has final say | Balanced between author and publisher | Collaborative, with author’s voice central |
| Royalties | 100% (minus retailer/platform fees) | 8%–15% (varies by format) | 50%–70% of net sales | 60%–75% of net royalties |
| Support Services | Limited to outsource services | Extensive professional support | Professional guidance with author input | Collaborative and Spirit-led, providing professional support tailored to each author. |
| Timeline | Flexible, entirely up to the author | Long (can take years) | Faster than traditional publishing | Sensitive to Spirit’s leading, ensuring the process is not rushed but done in divine timing |
| Rights Ownership | Author retains all rights | Publisher retains most rights | Author retains most rights | Author retains rights |
| Post-Service Support | Minimal support; transactional relationship with no ongoing access to resources or community. | Limited ongoing support; focused on book sales with little author engagement post-launch. | Varies widely; some offer minimal support, while others provide additional resources or community. | Ongoing access to an author community; relational and family-oriented with continued support. |
Choosing the Right Path for Your Publishing Journey
The chart above provides a clear overview of the different publishing models, highlighting how Divine Purpose Publishing House offers a unique, Spirit-led, relational approach. With DPPH, you’re not just an author—we welcome you into a family where your story matters, and your journey is supported every step of the way and beyond.
If you’re ready to take the next step toward publishing with a team that values your vision and invests in your success, let’s connect to chat about starting your journey.