Corrections made by the author after this point are costly and must be paid for by the author. This does not include typographical errors made by the publisher. Depending on the contract, the author may or may not have the right to review and comment on the cover design. The book is then put in pages and is sent to the printer. Depending on the advance paid to the author and advance sales, the publisher decides how many copies to print.
Publicity sends copies of the galleys to reviewers and gathers quotes for the book jacket.
The author and agent receive copies. The publisher sends copies to reviewers, radio stations and newspapers with a press release. Authors may do signings, radio programs, television appearances, public speaking and sometimes even a paid tour in order to promote the book. Of course, if the book is released only in an electronic version, you may have to autograph books online. Royalty statements and checks are sent to the author via the agency.