American Author House Reviews 22

TrustScore 2 out of 5

2.2

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I paid almost $10,000 for a professional publication of my book almost four years ago. The company did not do what they promised in their contract including things like editing, marketing, etc. In... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

STAY AWAY! Thieving, unprofessional actors in every way. Empty promises, horrible communication, if at all. I went through several project managers for my children’s book. After 1 full year of my wast... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sofia was very informed about the processes with the publishing of my first book. I have been sitting on my finished comic book for over three months. I was feeling a bit uneasy, because this was on u... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Working with American Author House has been simply the best experience for which I could have hoped. It’s my wish that all authors can have the same moment of overwhelming elation when they open a box... See more

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We started out in 2014 to aid tens and thousands of authors make their mark in the writing industry. Our focus is to give authors a launching pad to convert them into successful and established writers; whether new or already established. We are proud of our highly skilled, talented, and dedicated team of writers who are true to their word, as they deliver according to their proficient skills, which are no doubt unparalleled and well-versed in this competitive industry. Our writers put their expertise to test by providing innovative and professional-grade content that satisfies our customers every single time. Our journey to be the best was not an easy one, but we still pulled through and our resilience allowed us to reach the highest possible level of excellence. We prioritize our clients, working with them to the end, as they are our first and foremost asset. The list of our clients varies from novelists, publishing houses, bestselling authors, celebrities to business executives, and many more; this indicates our unparalleled and unrivaled services in the writing service industry.


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TrustScore 2 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Inferior work and lack of communication

I paid almost $10,000 for a professional publication of my book almost four years ago. The company did not do what they promised in their contract including things like editing, marketing, etc. In actuality, I did all of the corrections and necessary changes. I've asked for a refund--not the entire amount because they did so some work albeit substandard and ultimately a lack of professional quality and care in the completed project.

14 May 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

American Author House is the worst…

American Author House is the worst publisher in the world. They made me by 1000 books to be printed and distributed then the company who was supposed to do that work charged me AGAIN for printing costs. I'm still waiting for an explanation. I have spent almost $30K on my book only to receive less than $100 in royalties. They do not respond to my emails and have failed to produce what they promised in the contract. I believe they are a bunch of SCAM ARTISTS!. Stay away from them if you don't want to lose your shirt!!!

7 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Go elsewhere if want a good publishing ezperience

This is my first experience with publishing a children’s book and in many ways I feel taken advantage of. AAH communication was very poor and when I did get to talk to someone personally , the language barrier left a number of misunderstandings . After an initial fee, Multiple additional charges over doubled my cost. I was promised my books would be at Barnes and noble so I purchased some for that purpose which included a written guarantee that my investment would be returned if all the books were not sold. I still have not received my guaranteed funds nor confirmation that the book store actually were selling them . The only communication I received back after multiple attempts was “ contact our legal department. Very disappointed My other books will be published and printed elsewhere

20 March 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

STAY AWAY

STAY AWAY! Thieving, unprofessional actors in every way. Empty promises, horrible communication, if at all. I went through several project managers for my children’s book. After 1 full year of my wasted time I finally decided I wanted a full refund(per my contract). It has been over 5 months and they still haven’t reimbursed me. Liars and cheats. Seeking litigation now. Don’t be fooled.

6 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

American Author House operates at a…

American Author House operates at a Three Stooges level of incompetence. The only problem with that statement is that no one at American Author House is smart enough to be Moe. I signed a deal with American Author's House for two novels. Darka's Quest and Severed Ties. American Author House posted two entries of Darka's Quest on Amazon. Despite my many pleadings, the extra listing is still on the Amazon website. I later paid $250.00 to change the cover. They made a new cover that met my approval. Unfortunately. They never uploaded it to IngramSpark. That is only the beginning. I had to pay an extra $400.00 to divide Severed Ties into two books. Severed Ties and Severed Ties II. Lenore's Revenge. American Author House posted an extra incorrect listing of Severed Ties II. Lenore'r Revenge on Amazon. I had to jump through hoops to get it taken down. They delayed the release of the paperback Severed Ties II. Lenore's Revenge because they misspelled the title. I had to correct that blunder. They then told me that they uploaded Severed Ties to Ingram Sparks. That was a lie. They then uploaded Severed Ties with the cover to Severed Ties II. Lenore's Revenge. Any of these errors of competence and negligence on their own may be excusable. Yet the taken as a whole and that American Author House is incapable of correcting their screw-ups makes them a firm to avoid. They will also attempt to sell you marketing packages that are a consummate ripoff. I purchased a social media package for Darka's Quest for $1,100.00. They made me open the social media sites. They did not open a Facebook page. Their postings were AI-written drivel. Please heed my advice. Avoid American Author House like toxic nuclear and biological waste

27 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Horrible Service compared to their Website Promises

It has taken them almost a year to get the right version of my book uploaded to the publishing sites. I have had at least six project managers, all overseas as far as I can tell. Bad communication and no follow up. Wrong ISBN number issued. I have asked to talk to a supervisor, no response. I am glad I hired an outside editor to start with as their editing was just formatting with a number of mistakes.

16 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

American Author House is Great writing and Publishing company with Mr. Jeff company

When I was planning to write a book on social problem on " Religions, Science and Human Society' luckily , I came in contact with great intelligent with genius mind , excellent and very cooperative writer , Mr. Jeff Lambert from American Author House company.

Mr. Jeff is always ready to write according to my ideas and thoughts. Mr.Jeff wrote the same ideas , thoughts and philosophy , what I want in my book.

Mr. Jeff, American Author House offers a comprehensive suite of services. From editing and designing to formatting and distribution.

Mr. Jeff guide author through every step of the witting and publishing process. Their team of skilled professionals ensures that each book is of the highest quality.

I kept email of Mr Jeff safe to communicate when I need, even weekend , Mr. Jeff worked for my book to complete faster.

I gave him 5 star for my excellent book writings and publishing.

Congratulation to Mr. Jeff , Americans Author House for great expert in writings and publishing book

Thanks

Dr. Akram Mohammad, Ph.D.,(Chemistry), LL.M.
University of Ottawa, Canada

27 November 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The entire staff at American Author…

The entire staff at American Author House did an amazing job directing me to publish my first book. The patience, dedication, and professionalism they showed me in this process were amazing. At every step of the way, I was being informed by emails, text messages, and follow-up phone calls. They made the process smooth and easy to execute, understood my vision for the book, and made it a reality.

25 November 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yo, American Author House

Yo, American Author House! You guys are the bomb dot com! Thanks for editing and publishing my book on time. Now I feel like a legit author. #DreamsDoComeTrue

22 November 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Authors who have availed themselves of…

Authors who have availed themselves of American Author House's editing services have seen remarkable improvements in their books. From grammar and spelling corrections to developmental feedback, their editors elevate the overall quality of each manuscript.

20 November 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

When it comes to book publishing

When it comes to book publishing, American Author House offers a comprehensive suite of services. From editing and designing to formatting and distribution, they guide authors through every step of the publishing process. Their team of skilled professionals ensures that each book is of the highest quality.

20 November 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

American Author House understands the…

American Author House understands the importance of effective book marketing. Their marketing strategies are designed to maximize exposure and reach target audiences. With a strong focus on online promotion and social media campaigns, they help authors build a loyal readership and boost book sales.

21 November 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks to American Author House's…

Thanks to American Author House's marketing services, my book is now available to a wider audience than ever before. Their team helped me create a comprehensive marketing plan that included everything from social media to book signings, and the results have been incredible.

25 June 2023
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The publication process for my book was…

The publication process for my book was seamless and hassle-free. They skillfully handled everything from formatting to cover design, distribution, and marketing. Their personalized assistance kept me informed every step of the way.

27 May 2023
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Reply from American Author House

Thank you for your kind words and positive review! We truly appreciate your feedback and are delighted to hear that you had a great experience with us. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we look forward to serving you again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer Service and Guidance

Sofia was very informed about the processes with the publishing of my first book. I have been sitting on my finished comic book for over three months. I was feeling a bit uneasy, because this was on unfamiliar territory. Sophia shared with me that there would be a team of professionals that would walk me through this entire process to the end. It is because of her knowledge and skill set that I was able to make an informed decision about using their services. Thank you Sofia

6 June 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from American Author House

Thank you for your kind words and positive review! We truly appreciate your feedback and are delighted to hear that you had a great experience with us. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we look forward to serving you again soon.

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