What is hybrid publishing?

Hybrid publishing combines traditional publishing elements with self-publishing, offering authors more control while providing professional editorial, marketing, and distribution support.

What is intellectual property (IP) and why does it matter?

Intellectual property is the cornerstone of the creative economy, acting as a category of legal rights that protect "creations of the mind." This concept extends the idea of physical property ownership to intangible assets, giving a creator the exclusive right to use, control, and profit from their original work. 

How does Innovative Legacy Publishing House support the book development and marketing process?

ILPH focused on the pre-logistic process for book development through consultations, strategy sessions, and mentorship. Then we utilize a multi-focused publishing partnerships to supply our editorial, proof editing, copy editing, and marketing services for the book development process. 

Do I need a agent to work with Innovative Legacy Publishing House?

Unless that is your preference, no, you do not. ILPH is a one-stop-shop for authors and regardless author experience, we work directly with our authors, providing a collaborative and streamlined experience from manuscript to market.

What makes ILPH different from other publishers?

Unlike traditional and many hybrid publishers, we guarantee our authors 100% intellectual property ownership. Our tiered business model also allows us to cross-subsidize our mission-driven work with a professional, high-end publishing service for all levels of experience all the while keeping the creator at the center. 

How are royalties handled with hybrid publishing?

Authors receive higher royalties compared to traditional publishing, allowing them to retain a larger percentage of sales revenue from their books.

Is ILPH a Law firm?

No, Innovative Legacy Publishing House (ILPH) is not a law firm, and we do not provide legal representation. We are a specialized publishing house and educational firm dedicated to creative IP ownership and empowerment.

However, we understand that robust legal protection is the foundation of ownership. That is why we have a consultative partnership with a specialized Intellectual Property Law Firm. They serve as our official legal execution partners, handling all filings, trademark registrations, and complex legal instrumentation. ILPH provides the strategy, the education, and the publishing platform; our legal partners provide the execution. This ensures you get the best of both worlds: the strategic vision of a publisher and the compliance of a law firm.

How does ILPH guarantee 100% IP ownership?

We guarantee 100% ownership through our contract structure and our revolutionary business model, unlike traditional publishers who make you to assign (sell) your copyright to them, ILPH operates on a Licensing Model.

This means you retain the copyright to your work at all times. You simply grant ILPH a limited license to publish and distribute your work for a specific period or purpose. Ultimately, our legal partners ensure that every contract is drafted to protect your rights as the primary owner. We don't take your IP; we help you build a fortress around it.

What is the difference between IP Ownership and Royalties?

This is the most critical distinction for a creator to understand.

• Royalties are a payment for usage. It is a small percentage of the profit you earn when someone else sells your work. If you only earn royalties, you are essentially an employee of the publisher.

• IP Ownership is control. It means you own the underlying asset (the copyright and trademark). Ownership allows you to decide who sells your work, how it is adapted (e.g., movies, merchandise), and allows you to keep the majority of the equity.