Author Solutions, LLC

Author Solutions, LLC is a company focused on supported self-publishing, providing essential resources for authors to publish and promote their works independently. Their services are designed to empower writers at various stages of their careers. Author Solutions specializes in supported self-publishing services, enabling authors to independently publish their books. Founded in 1997, the company is headquartered in Bloomington, US.

The founders, Derek Johnson and Malisia McKinney, have a history of innovation in the publishing industry. In March 2025, Center Street Ventures acquired Author Solutions from Najafi Companies for USD 116. 00 mn, marking a strategic pivot for further growth. The company has successfully completed 5 deals, with the most recent deal occurring in March 2025.

Abby Hagyard and Gregory Talley currently lead the company as CEO. Author Solutions specializes in supported self-publishing, offering a comprehensive suite of services to empower authors. Their portfolio includes publishing imprints such as AuthorHouse, iUniverse, and Xlibris, which equip authors with the necessary tools for self-publishing. With operations across five continents and nine countries, they cater to aspiring and established authors, facilitating access to a wider audience while allowing authors to maintain control over their creative content.

Additionally, partnerships with prominent trade publishers like Simon & Schuster and HarperCollins Christian enhance their distribution capabilities. Author Solutions generates revenue through various transactional structures, primarily from partnerships and direct-to-consumer sales. Authors pay for a range of publishing services, including editing, design, marketing, and distribution, tailored to their needs. These services create a diverse revenue stream from both individual authors and larger publishing partners, with different pricing options that cater to various budgets and publishing goals.

In March 2025, following its acquisition by Center Street Ventures, Author Solutions plans to expand its product offerings and geographic reach. The acquisition will support growth initiatives, including the development of new publishing services and strategic expansions into emerging markets. Specific markets targeted for expansion include Europe and Asia, with plans set to commence throughout 2025. The recent investment of USD 116.

00 mn will be utilized to bolster these initiatives, fostering innovation and enhancing service delivery for authors.