In a world where competition grows stronger each day, your success can depend on finding a way to stand out from the crowd. Unfortunately, the doors to most publishing houses are closed to all but a few authors or to celebrities. Most publishers will only look at your work if you have an agent, which may be as hard to find as a publisher. An author has more control over the title, content, and design of the book, and he or she has the potential to make more money. This exposure often leads to unexpected opportunities.
Authors receive interesting calls and letters from readers around the country and the world.
Authors may charge more for their services, and many authors become successful public speakers. While lecturing, they can sell books and audio tapes of their books. After running a successful traditional publishing house for nearly 30 years, Reed wanted to create something new. In the spring of 1994, he and health writer and editor, Pamela D. Jacobs, co-founded Robert D. Reed Publishers for the purpose of guiding and supporting aspiring authors.