Business Details
25 Years
experience
Innovative Publishing Solutions for Authors
Founded in 2001, Benbella Books is a marketing-focused, author-friendly publishing house that redefines industry standards through innovation and partnership. We curate titles with care, prioritizing nonfiction works in health, business, pop culture, and niche markets, while delivering aggressive, creative marketing strategies for each publication. With 14 New York Times bestsellers and titles selling over two million copies, our success stems from a commitment to author collaboration, flexible relationships, and leveraging both traditional and digital media landscapes.Our team combines decades of publishing expertise with a passion for uncovering transformative ideas, ensuring each book resonates with readers and achieves commercial success. We emphasize transparency, ethical practices, and a win-win philosophy in all author partnerships.
Services
Book Publishing
Author Partnerships
Marketing Strategy
Nonfiction Editing
Distribution Services
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in innovative publishing
- Our team provides aggressive, creative marketing for each title
- We have published 14 New York Times bestsellers
- We operate with a true partnership philosophy with authors
- Our expertise spans diverse nonfiction genres including health, business, and pop culture
Services
Book Publishing
Benbella Books specializes in nonfiction publishing across health, business, and pop culture genres. Our process includes editorial development, design, and production support. We focus on titles with strong market potential and provide customized publishing strategies for each author.
Author Partnerships
We offer collaborative publishing relationships with authors, emphasizing transparency and flexibility. Our partnership model includes joint decision-making and profit-sharing options. Authors receive personalized support throughout the publishing lifecycle.
Marketing Strategy
Our marketing team creates customized plans for each title, combining traditional publicity with digital campaigns. Services include media outreach, social media strategy, and influencer engagement. We provide author training for effective book promotion.
Distribution Services
Through our partnership with Simon & Schuster, we offer comprehensive distribution solutions. This includes retail placement, online sales channels, and international distribution networks. Our system ensures wide market reach for all published titles.
Nonfiction Editing
Our editorial team provides developmental and copyediting services for nonfiction works. We focus on clarity, market positioning, and content optimization. Editors work closely with authors to refine manuscripts for maximum impact.
People
Glenn Yeffeth
CEO
Founder of Benbella Books with 15 years of corporate strategy experience. Holds MBA from University of Chicago. Combines business expertise with publishing passion to lead company strategy.
Aida Herrera
Chief Financial and Administrative Officer
Over 30 years of financial management experience across multiple industries. Holds BA in business from University of Mexico and accounting certificate from San Diego State University. Oversees financial operations.
Leah Wilson
Editor-in-Chief
Editorial leader since 2003 with BA in Culture and Modern Fiction from Duke University. Manages editorial department and works directly with authors on content development and refinement.
Jennifer Canzoneri
Chief Marketing Officer
Marketing leader with nearly two decades of experience. Oversees marketing strategy and team. Graduated from Texas A&M University. Focuses on innovative book promotion techniques.
Adrienne Lang
Publisher
Publisher with 15 years of industry experience. Holds degree from Texas Christian University. Oversees title packaging and positioning, with expertise in sales and market strategy.
Questions
What types of books does BenBella publish?
We specialize in nonfiction across health, business, pop culture, and niche markets. We also publish select fiction titles and maintain the Smart Pop Books line for pop culture analysis.
How does BenBella's publishing process work?
Our process includes manuscript development, editorial refinement, cover design, production, and comprehensive marketing. Authors receive personalized support throughout each stage of publication.
What marketing support do authors receive?
Authors get customized marketing plans including publicity campaigns, social media strategy, and media outreach. We also provide marketing training and collaborate on promotional initiatives.
What are the submission guidelines?
We accept nonfiction proposals through our online submission form. Include project description, author qualifications, marketing platform details, and sample chapters for consideration.
Do you offer international distribution?
Yes, through our distribution partner Simon & Schuster, we provide global distribution including international co-agent partnerships for translation and foreign rights.
What payment options exist for bulk orders?
For orders over 24 copies, we offer volume discounts. Contact our sales team for specific quotes and to process bulk orders through our dedicated channels.
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