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Vervante • June 30, 2020

Notepads have been around for awhile, but a lot of people make the mistake of thinking they're only good for phone messages and grocery lists. But custom designed notepads, like we offer here at Vervante, have endless potential to become the next “must-have” product to add to your business or life. We can create notepads in all shapes and sizes, and in black-and-white or full color. Notepads can be glued for tear-off sheets with a cardboard back or spiral bound along the top or side. You can add a magnet to the back, use any design of your choosing, and select the size and number of pages in your notepad. To-do lists with lined pages are a classic design, but notepads can also be used in other ways - to add value to existing programs, as gifts for favorite clients and customers, as items to include in subscription boxes, or as complementary products to accompany your books, planner, or coaching program. If you're interested in creating your own notepads, here are a few inspirations: Event planning checklists (weddings, graduations, work, school and playdates) Healthy food shopping lists Tracking workout program progress Daily journal entries or inspirations Car-care maintenance tips Business networking contact lists Help kids keep track of chores, homework, sports and school Financial program support – learn, invest, record and keep your CPA happy Seasonal gardening or outdoor series Special offers for loyal / return clients and customers Productivity tracking Goal setting and achievement checklists Weekly planning pages and productivity trackers Meditations / Affirmations Upbeat messages and images to show appreciation and support We’re excited to introduce you to the world of notepads and hope this inspires you. If you have questions or would like to talk about creating your own notepad products, we’re here to help. Just email us at [email protected] or schedule a call to discuss and we’ll help you get started.

Vervante • June 16, 2020

Sometimes the most powerful tool you can give someone is a blank page. A space where they can write down their thoughts, inspirations, feelings, and ideas. A place to record their wins, analyze their losses, and work toward the goals they want to achieve in life. A journal provides all this – and more. Creating a journal is a great way to empower and uplift the people who use them, as it provides an organized space to focus thoughts, emotions and actions. Journals have unlimited universal appeal – children, adults, businesses, therapists, health, fitness, nutrition, finance, relationship, emotional, spiritual, social – you name it, a journal can be created to fit exactly what is needed.    If you like the idea of creating a journal for yourself, friends and family, clients, or community, we can help. Journals are not just a simple book with blank pages – you’ve got a lot of choices that will allow you to unleash your creativity and create something truly unique and relevant for your audience. Covers can be printed, faux/vegan leather, or linen with foil stamp designs Journals can be any size, and with any number of pages Inside pages can be blank, lined, include instructions, writing prompts, designs, images, or a mixture of everything We can include extras such as elastic straps, ribbon markers or bookmarks Here you can see some examples of journals Vervante customers have created. The top example is our "Starry Night Journal," a 200-page hardcover journal with foil stamped illustrations on the cover and a ribbon market. (Click HERE to see more). We’re excited to introduce you to the world of journals and hope this inspires you. If you have questions or would like to talk about creating your own journal, we’re here to help. Just email us at [email protected] or schedule a call to discuss and we’ll help you get started.   Here's to making a big statement - starting with a blank page.

Vervante • June 6, 2020

We've heard the question a lot recently: "Can COVID-19 / coronavirus be spread through books and the mail?" The short answer according to experts is: It's very unlikely." The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the US Surgeon General have indicated that incoming mail is unlikely to carry coronavirus that causes Covid-19. According to the CDC: "...in general, because of poor survivability of these coronaviruses on surfaces, there is likely very low risk of spread from products or packaging that are shipped over a period of days or weeks at ambient temperatures.")

Vervante • June 4, 2020

One question we hear a lot from our authors is about copyrights. We’ve written several articles about copyrighting books, fair use and permissions, and other legal matters when it comes to publishing, but we thought it would be helpful to talk about the copyright page in your book. The copyright page is found at the front of the book, usually right after the title page. The format can be varied as there is no single accepted template for copyright pages. Just do a quick Google for copyright page samples and you’ll see. Generally, they will contain things like: copyright notice, ISBN, publisher information, contact information, rights and permissions, country book is printed in, author website, credits and disclaimers. Let’s review a few of these in more detail. Copyright notice This is one absolute requirement of a copyright page. The copyright notice includes: The copyright symbol (©) or the word “copyright” The year of copyright The copyright holder’s name or identifier A typical copyright notice will look like this: © 2020 Cindy Tyler Copyrights can have multiple years listed if there are multiple editions: © 2016, 2018, 2020 Cindy Tyler ISBN The International Standard Book Number (ISBN) is a 13-digit number used worldwide by the publishing industry and retailers to identify your book. If you plan to sell your book in stores or online, you must have an ISBN. (You can buy your own at bowker.com or purchase one at a low cost from Vervante. If you purchase your ISBN through Vervante, you are the sole owner of that number and Vervante retains no rights to it.) Rights and permissions This is optional, but useful. Technically, your copyright serves to let people know that this is your protected work, however it can help with “fair use” issues to state limitations of how people can use your book’s content. A very simple statement can be: “All rights reserved.” But a lot of people choose to include copy similar to this: “All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law. For permission requests, contact (NAME / EMAIL /ADDRESS / ETC). Disclaimer Whether you are writing fiction or nonfiction, disclaimers are often included by authors on advice from their agents, publishers or lawyers as a way to add a layer of protection if the book’s characters resemble real-life people or situations, or if someone says the book’s content damaged their business, relationship, etc.   For fiction, you could write something like this: “This is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to actual events or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental.” For a nonfiction advice, how-to or educational book, you could write something like this: “Although the author and publisher have made every effort to ensure that the information in this book was correct at press time, the author and publisher do not assume and hereby disclaim any liability to any party for any loss, damage, or disruption caused by errors or omissions, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause.” For books that provide health, wellness, medical, fitness or similar content: “This book is not intended as a substitute for the medical advice of physicians. The reader should regularly consult a physician in matters relating to his/her health and particularly with respect to any symptoms that may require diagnosis or medical attention.” [[For the record: We are not lawyers and we are not offering legal advice here — any legal concerns and specific language should be directed to a copyright attorney.]] More information Other information we often see on copyright pages includes: Author website and contact information Name of publisher and publisher address Country in which the book was printed Credits for things like photos, design, illustrations, graphics, editing, etc. If you have any questions about your book copyright page or any other step of the process – from editing to design to printing, production and sales, we’re here to help. Just send us an email at [email protected]. We’re here for you!

Vervante • May 20, 2020

COVID-19 has created a lot of chaos and disruption in the world, and finding easy ways to organize and track tasks, home schooling, and all the changes in our lives is as important as ever. All of this might explain why planners are so popular right now, with an insatiable market filled with people who want the perfect planner for keeping their life, business, finances, relationships, food, fitness and pretty much everything else on track. If you’ve ever thought about creating and selling your own planner, now is the perfect time. You can get a head start creating versions for 2021, or you can create undated planners that work anytime, anywhere. Choosing the right publisher to help you create your planner is one of the first and most important decisions you need to make. Why? Because who you use to create your planners will affect how your planner will look and function in so many ways. Many people make the mistake of thinking planners are just like books, so they turn to the brand most often associated with books – Amazon. And yes, Amazon is good with printing perfect bound books (the classic style with the glued binding), but planners aren’t really books. Customers do not want a planner that is like a paperback novel. Planners must be functional and durable, which means a sturdy hardcover that will hold up to months of use, spiral or wire-o binding so they can lay flat and be written on, with tabs and pockets and stickers and all the extras that make them so unique and perfect. When it comes to creating planners, here's a list of the exciting options we offer: beautiful, durable hardcovers with printed covers, faux leather or linen spiral and wire-o binding no pre-set page sizes custom printed die-cut tabs mixed color and black & white printed pages kiss-cut stickers paper pockets foil stamp metal corners ribbon markers custom packaging  printed and shipped from our warehouse in the U.S. If this gets you fired up to start creating a planner, we’re excited too! We are here to offer guidance and support for every step, so please feel free to email or set up a call for your next steps. Watch for a fun, new planner option we’re announcing in the next few weeks!! We will be sending photos and a new video shortly. And, we’ll be making our InDesign files available for a new 2021 planner available soon too.

Vervante • May 5, 2020

One of the hottest products we’re seeing used during this quarantine for keeping home, work, school and life in order are PLANNERS. Makes sense, right? If ever there was something custom-made to help people survive during the chaos the coronavirus has created, it’s planners. Working from home: Planners can help people thrown into new settings and unfamiliar work conditions with setting goals, meeting deadlines, and staying focused and productive. Homeschooling: Kids of every age benefit from seeing their tasks, goals and achievements in planners made especially for them. Food and Fitness: Tracking workouts, organizing grocery shopping and meals, and keeping track of everyone’s routine helps assure better health and fitness for the whole family Finances: The uncertainty of work, income and employment means it’s more important that ever to be aware of expenses, track finances and stick to budgets. IF YOU CREATE AND SELL DAILY PLANNERS, now is the perfect time to provide your audience with the tools and support they need to survive and thrive during the “new normal” we find ourselves living in. And we are here to help you make it happen. Offer special bundles or pricing for current planners Create an undated planner so people can start using it now without feeling like they are wasting the first few months Add new products that help your target audience use their planners for the challenges they face such as: section divider tabs, stickers, notepads, to-do lists, bookmarks, pockets, etc. FOR PLANNER ADD-ON IDEAS, check out these videos to see options for add-ons, covers, etc, and how they work: PLANNER VIDEOS. Once you’re ready to get started, you can reach out to us at [email protected] to get free quotes, instructions and expert advice. A new planner might be just what your audience needs – let us help you create something they’ll thank you for!

Vervante • April 28, 2020

Launching a new book or product can be very exciting – and also very scary. One of the best things you can do to support a successful launch is find a way to capture attention and capture sales at the same time. That’s why we’ve gathered up three creative launch ideas you can you to help you stand out from the crowd. #1: Launch Date Landing Page As you prepare for your official launch date, create a dedicated landing page. You can add bonuses as incentives for your customers such as free downloads or extras if they buy on that specific date. You can then have the Buy Now button either go to your Amazon link or your personal shopping cart – and ask customers to provide proof of purchase to receive their free extras. In addition, connecting with customers this way allows you to collect their contact information to add to your list for future communication. For a fun and creative example of using a launch landing page and bonuses to promote a book launch check out Scott Stratten’s “The Jackass Whisperer.” #2: Exclusive Print Run People love a VIP experience. Another great idea to boost your book or product launch is to do a special print run that will be sent to special customers, connections and influencers to help spread the word. You can autograph your books, include handwritten cards, bookmarks or stickers, and give your readers an early, exclusive peek. #3: VIP Boxes Speaking of VIPs, you can take your exclusive print run to the next level by adding products to create VIP boxes. Add other products to the package that complement your book. Use special packaging that features your brand and design, so they know they are getting something unique and interesting. Top it all off by having it wrapped with colored tissue, stickers, and extras for a fun, hand-crafted “Etsy” type experience. You might even end up seeing your product as the star in a social media “unboxing” episode!

Vervante • March 31, 2020

{A quick COVID-19 update} We'd like to start with a big THANK YOU for being such loyal customers and friends of Vervante. We are very grateful for your continued support, it means so much to us! We wanted to assure you that as of today, March 31, 2020, Vervante remains fully operational with orders being processed, printed and shipped according to schedule.   We also remain committed to the safety and health of our customers and our employees. To ensure this, we have made some changes to our current operations. A majority of our staff are now working remotely from home, which has resulted in transitioning all customer service communications to solely by email until April 20.   We will keep you in the loop of any further changes as we adapt to these new working conditions. For assistance or questions, you can reach us at [email protected].

Vervante • March 31, 2020

If working from home is new to you, you're probably realizing that it's not everything Instagram made it out to be. You know what we're talking about: Fresh croissants, fancy coffees, spotless offices, and children and pets that quietly entertain themselves in the background. If you're laughing right now, you get it. Life has thrown us a curve ball, but we're confident that we can all rise to the challenge and create a "new normal" that works. So if you're getting a little frustrated and trying to figure out how to make this whole work at home thing work, we're sharing a few tips our staff swears helps them to stay sane, be productive, and even enjoy their days a little bit more. #1 Have a Designated Workspace  If you don't have a home office, find a space in your house and declare it as "officially yours" while you're working from home. It can be the breakfast bar, a writing desk in your living room, or the unused fancy dining room table. The idea is to use it just for work and nothing else. Creating a designated work area solely for the purpose of completing work-related tasks is critical for increasing productivity and reducing distractions. # 2 Know Your Peak Performance Times Are you a morning person? A night owl? We all have certain times in the day when we're more productive. Working from home gives you the freedom to adjust your hours to fit your peak performance times. For example, if you are best during early morning hours, head to your "office" at 5 a.m. for a few hours of creative writing before the kids get up, then schedule exercise, conference calls, social media and other breaks from work for later in the afternoon. #3 Get Outside / Get Active Fresh air does wonders for your mind. A little bit of cardio will do even more. Take breaks from work by stepping out into your backyard to soak up some sun, or taking your dog or kids on a quick walk. Mother Nature gives us plenty of space to be outside while still social distancing. Plus some of the benefits of exercise include boosting energy, creativity, focus and productivity.

Vervante • March 11, 2020

We’re not going to beat around the bush here, the best way to publish your book or product is to FIRST sell from your site, THEN use Amazon Marketplace to pick up a few more sales. We suggest that you drive all of your social media promotions, advertising, email campaigns, etc. to your site so that you process the order and have access to all information - including who your customer is. We’ll take it from there to print and ship your book or product to your customer. Building a Strong Author Platform To put it very simply MORE PEOPLE = MORE SALES. You need to develop and nurture an audience filled with interested and loyal fans who will buy from you, promote for you, and sustain your sales both during a launch and for the long-term. Successful authors understand the importance of building an audience BEFORE they launch – and keeping their audience active and involved for sustained sales and growth when it comes to their books, products and business. Vervante is the only publisher that encourages our authors and customers to sell directly from your site so that you process the transaction, make more money, and more importantly – capture the customer data and build your email list. (Amazon DOES NOT share that info with you. When you publish using Amazon’s program KDP, they consider the person who buys your book as THEIR customer, not yours, so they don’t share.) For more details about how this works see: The one thing you need for a successful book launch Easy Book Sales & Processing We set up your listing on Amazon, we receive orders directly from Amazon, we process, print and ship those orders quickly and efficiently. All the details (except the email address because Amazon doesn’t share this with us) are posted to your Author Dashboard so you can check anytime and from anywhere. You can be confident that the entire process is being handled by professionals, and devote your time and attention to what matters most (writing your next book, nurturing your author platform, playing with your kids, etc.) For more details about how this works see: How order processing and shipping works with Vervante Bigger Royalties We can list your book using the Amazon Marketplace option, which offers much better royalty rates than using Amazon’s publishing program KDP. While KDP takes a 40% commission, Marketplace only takes 15% commission. We also have a strict policy against marking up postage or charging inflated “handling” fees. Some of our competitors add a markup of 33% on postage! Just think how this can really add up over time. We charge exact postage fees and no mark-ups. More Control SELL WHERE YOU WANT: Using Amazon Marketplace gives you the ability to also sell your book in other locations like your own website or other online bookstores. Keeping control of your book sales in this way gives you the ability to have the best of both worlds: A listing on Amazon that establishes your professionalism and credibility The freedom to be creative with special events and sales offers on your own website through bundles, coupons, promotions, etc. (also great for building your author platform). CUSTOM PACKAGING: The Amazon smile box is nice, but we can ensure your book stands out from the crowd with custom packaging and personalized packing slips. We offer a wide range of packaging from boxes to bags to creative options that you can customize to make your book or products really stand out. And every package we send out includes a packing slip that you can customize. GLOBAL SHIPPING: Don’t hold back! We can ship your book anywhere in the world and keep you up to date on its status. Shipping confirmation emails are sent to recipients with tracking information. And all order information such as status and tracking numbers are posted to your account online. If you have more questions about how Vervante can help you list and sell your book through Amazon in a way that benefits you - the author - we're here to help. Email us at [email protected] or schedule a call with one of our publishing experts using our online calendar.

Vervante • February 4, 2020

The coaching industry has never been hotter than it is now! The problem with big growth, however, is facing the challenge of how to stand out among your peers. No matter what type of coaching you offer – business, life, health, fitness, finance, relationships – most experts agree that focusing on 3 strategic elements is the key to elevating your presence in the industry: 1) You, 2) Your Audience and 3) the Unique Results You Get. If you are a coach and you want to stand out from the crowd, we have exactly what you need to shine a spotlight on these 3 things and give people a taste of your unique brilliance. #1 (YOU): NOTHING IS MORE PERSONAL THAN A BOOK If there was just one perfect place to share your thoughts, ideas, strategies, tips and everything that makes you “you,” then it would be a BOOK. As a coach, you are a huge part of your business brand, especially when you’re starting out, that’s why it’s important to differentiate your brand based on how YOU are different. One way to share “You” is to let people experience you in a format that’s easy to share – a book. Books and booklets are still one of the best ways to establish your authority, create a product for generating leads, support business growth, and so much more. “Free Plus Shipping” offers providing readers with free books for just the price of postage are just one of the ways to leverage a book to grow your coaching business. #2 (YOUR AUDIENCE): WOW THEM WITH A CURATED VIP BOX Another way to differentiate your coaching business is to strategically identify and connect with your audience. You must show them that you are in touch with what they need, understand their desires, and can help them reach their goals. A great product to help you connect with your audience in a very personal way is a VIP or SUBSCRIPTION BOX. Custom printed boxes filled with items can be used for a 1-time gift, an introductory offer, to welcome a new member of a program, or as an entry-level product to let people get to know you better. These boxes will wow as your clients or customers will be treated to a carefully curated assortment of goodies you decide on. Here at Vervante we can help you create a customized box with beautiful graphics on the outside, and products that can be included such as journals, daily planners, notepads, stickers, USB flash drives, card decks, and more. #3 (YOUR UNIQUE RESULTS): DAILY PLANNERS NEVER FAIL Every coach has their own “secret sauce,” that special way they connect with people and help them take action and get results. It’s your secret sauce that can help you stand out big time, and inspire people to work with you more.   One of the best products we’ve ever seen for sharing a message, helping others to take action and get results, and letting your own style and personality shine through is a DAILY PLANNER. A daily planner is easy to make, share and sell. We’ve helped hundreds of coaches create their own, or customize our unbranded ones, and help them set up to share and sell through Amazon and their own website. Daily planners are great for showing how you work, providing support for action and goal-getting, and sharing your special sauce throughout in the way you do it. Daily planners are great for establishing your authority as someone you can trust. It not only provides your clients with space for daily planning but also keeps your coaching front and center in a positive and memorable way. If any of these ideas strikes your fancy and you’d like to learn more, we’re here to help. For questions email our publishing pros at [email protected]. For brainstorm sessions, schedule a 1-on-1 phone call with our CEO, Cindy Tyler, by clicking HERE.

Vervante • January 5, 2020

Looking back, 2019 was a big year for us here at Vervante. We debuted new products, enhanced and upgraded others, and found new and exciting ways to inspire and support you as you build businesses, create legacies and made dreams come true. Your ideas have ignited a fire in us to continually find new ways to improve and excel in everything we offer. The New Year is going to be filled with amazing new debuts, but for this last newsletter to you we're presenting our Best of 2019 to wrap up the year with a big sparkly bow. #1 Author Spotlights The best thing about our business is you, so we figured why not shine a spotlight on the products, actions and creative things you're doing to inspire us all? The Vervante Author Spotlight Series featured a group of men and women with very different stories, backgrounds, ideas and products - but all of them had in common that they followed their heart and took action to share their ideas with the world. We hope they inspired you too! #2 Product Strategies for Big Results We're always looking for new ideas and strategies to elevate your product results and this year we shared a few new ideas that really hit the mark with you. Audience response was strong to our articles about Free Plus Shipping, The Importance of Building a List, How to Make Your Daily Planner a BestSeller, How to Leverage Amazon Prime Day (even if you're not listed on Amazon), and our Free Online Store for Vervante authors. #3 Subscription Boxes & VIP Boxes If you're looking for a creative, bold and attention-getting way to share your book or product, this could be your answer. Subscription boxes aren't just for beauty products or fashionista's, but a way to curate a collection to fit any industry, theme, or idea. Creating your own or want to get your book product added to someone else's might be just what you need to breakout in 2020. How to Create VIP boxes for a book or product launch #4 What Authors Need to Know No matter what type of book or product you create, if you plan to directly quote, excerpt, or reproduce someone else’s work, to protect your work and your business you need to know if falls under the fair use umbrella or needs permission. Here's the link if you missed it (be sure to bookmark for future reference): "Can I quote that?" #5 The Power of Community Vervante CEO Cindy Tyler announced something special this Fall and we were so touched with the outpouring of support it brought in. Vervante, along with a team of dedicated professionals are rallying around Paralympic Snowboarder Brittani Coury. She holds numerous world titles and won a silver medal. She is also an amputee, and as a Paralympic Athlete she has had to overcome some serious hurdles in her life well beyond losing a limb. Her story inspired us, and we're all in to help her share it with as many people as she can. Watch for more updates this year as Brittani travels the world sharing her story, continues to train to represent the Unites States in the next Paralympics, and debuts her first book. We hope you'll join Brittani Nation to support her - and the message she shares that can benefit all. There you go - the best and brightest of 2019! We loved spending the last year with you and look forward to even more inspiration and progress in 2020. Here's to you - and your best year yet!

Vervante • December 17, 2019

A successful book or product launch needs one thing: An Audience You can have fancy social media, dazzling design and over-the-top content, but if you don’t have an audience, you won’t make the sales. Successful authors understand the importance of building an audience BEFORE they launch – and keeping their audience active and involved for sustained sales and growth when it comes to their books, products and business. If you're looking for a New Year resolution, this is it! Start building your audience contact list now.   We're talking about much more than just posting on social media. With algorithms that are constantly changing, you can't rely entirely on social media for keeping in touch with your audience. Recent changes to Facebook and Instagram algorithms resulted in influencers with thousands upon thousands of follows realizing their posts weren't getting seen. A few small technology tweaks and they'd lost access to audiences they'd spent years building up. The answer is simple - creating and maintaining a contact list for fans and follows that allows you to reach out directly - through email, phone or mail - gives you both control and confidence that you can always reach out whenever you need to. You already have the tools for creating an audience at your fingertips, you just need to use them. You can use any number of services (free or paid) to keep track of and communicate with your connections such as MailChimp, Constant Contact, Infusionsoft, and many others. Once you have this set up, you can grow your audience using: Social Media: Ask fans and followers to sign up for your newsletters or opt-in for important updates via email. Live Events: Speaking from the stage, networking meetings, holiday celebrations - these are all great opportunities to connect with and invite potential clients or customers to join your list. Partnerships: Telesummits, joint ventures, any opportunity to put your heads together to reach more people is golden for growing everyone's list together. Current and Past Clients and Customers: Don't forget about the fans you already have. If someone purchased your book or product, invite them to join your VIP list for a backstage pass to current events and future launches. Vervante Customer Access: Don't forget about the unique opportunity we offer all Vervante customers: complete access to your customer's contact information for list and audience growth. The best audience member is a loyal, satisfied client and we give you full access to that. As you plan for 2020 and future book or product launches, prioritizing list growth is one of the best actions you can take right now. And using Vervante for your print and publishing needs will help you accomplish your goals with access to satisfied clients and customers as part of a loyal and active audience.

Vervante • November 7, 2019

Looking for ideas to give your income a boost this holiday season? Well, we've got good news and not-so-good news. This year you've got a little longer to plan for Black Friday with the later-than-usual Thanksgiving date. But that means that your holiday sales and shopping season will be a bit shorter in December. That's why we're sending this note - to give you a head start for successful product launches and sales. We’ve got what you need with plenty of products and tips that can be ready to go in time for Black Friday and remain bestsellers through the New Year. Here are 5 of our bestselling products that can be sold just as they are, or customized to create exactly what you - and your customers - need: PLANNERS: Use ours or design your own JOURNALS - soft cover and hard cover CALENDARS: Desktop or wall calendars GREETING CARDS: Packaged individually or in sets of 10 in a stationery box with a clear lid CARD DECKS: Any size, any number of cards Select the products you would like to sell, contact us if you would like to add your logo or customize the design, then add them to your sales pages and shopping carts. Reach out to our publishing experts at [email protected] and we'll help you get everything ready. Worried about time? No need to stress! Here are a few tips to help you prepare: TIP #1: If you have the general specs of the product you want to create, we can give you a free quote right away so you can set your retail price and start working on your sales and marketing strategy. TIP #2: Your product does not have to be complete to offer it for sale.  All you need is the cover design image for display on your site and – voila – you can make your offer and collect pre-orders. Just be clear in the description when your customer can expect to receive their purchase.    TIP #3: Once we have print files, we can ship most products within 3-4 days, so you're able to let customers know when pre-ordered products will arrive and can be confident in quick deliveries. The lead time for our hardcover products such as planners, journals and books is 4-6 weeks. If your products are in stock, we will ship within 24 hours. Questions? Let us help you make the most of your holiday sales by dropping us a line at [email protected] or scheduling a phone call with one of our publishing professionals at https://vervante.youcanbook.me/.   Here's to a stress-free and successful holiday season!

Vervante • November 4, 2019

Today I'm sending out a "special edition" of our blog to share something behind the scenes that's been happening here at Vervante. A few months ago I attended an event in Colorado as a speaker (that's me in the back). This event was filled with women entrepreneurs and I loved every minute of it. Someone stood out though that I was drawn too, and I'd like to share a little about her story with you - and how I, my company, and a team of dedicated professionals are rallying around this woman. Brittani Coury is a snowboarder. She holds numerous world titles and won a silver medal. She is also an amputee, and as a Paralympic Athlete she has had to overcome some serious hurdles in her life well beyond losing a limb. Her journey from running wild as a young child raised in a wrecking yard, to mohawked teenager with an attitude, to losing her leg to an injury and turning her life around to become a symbol of hope and inspiration is one that sticks with you. From underdog to inspiration, Brittani has overcome so many obstacles in life to get where she is today - and you can't help but admire her fearless approach to life and her passion for being a positive influence. As Brittani prepares for the 2022 Winter Paralympics, many of us who have had the pleasure of meeting her are rallying to support her trip in any way we can. I have dedicated some of the resources of my own company to help Brittani share her story and touch more people's lives, in addition to supporting her journey to the next Paralympics. Tomorrow is a big day for Brittani as she takes the stage at Adobe's headquarters. If you're located in northern Utah and would like to meet and see Brittani in person, she will be speaking Tuesday, Nov 5th at noon at the Adobe offices in Lehi, UT. And if you want to join in with "Brittani Nation" and follow her story, stay tuned. We will be including updates in our future newsletters, including about her book coming out soon, as well as ways you can also join in to help make her dreams come true. You can also follow Brittani's Instagram account for her latest adventures.  thank you! Cindy Tyler, Vervante CEO

Vervante • November 1, 2019

Planning on extra product sales this holiday season? Whether you need to print more copies, research holiday shipping deadlines, calculate postage, or just get some help with fulfilling all those orders, we can help. Preparation is the key for success – so we’ve rounded up a few tips to help you get a head start: HOLIDAY SHIPPING Did you know that because Thanksgiving falls on Nov 28 this year, the holiday shopping and shipping season here in the U.S. is a week shorter than usual? For that reason, it’s a good idea to get familiar with shipping deadlines. UPS: If you use UPS, check here for their November and December deadlines US POSTAL SERVICE: For USPS, you can check here for shipping deadlines and postage information CALCULATING POSTAGE We offer a postage calculator on the Vervante website for our customers. Here’s how to use it: Log into your Vervante account Scroll down to the Support section and select Calculate Postage You will see your products listed and their weight Below your product list you’ll see a USPS shipping calculator.  You can then enter information such as destination, dates, weight, etc to calculate shipping costs. PRINTING TURNAROUND TIMES Be sure to allow time for your products to be printed as you plan your holiday sales deadlines. Turnaround time for products printed on demand is usually 3-5 business days.  Due to increased volume in December, orders may take an additional 1-2 business days to print. FULFILLMENT HELP If you already printed your products and need an easy to manage distribution resource for the holidays or for any time of the year, we can help. Here’s how: Store your products in our modern warehouse facility located in Utah Provide us with order information and we will pull the required products from inventory, package and ship directly to your customers This can be done for individual orders or bulk orders Click here to learn more about our Fulfillment Services Click here to learn more about our Warehousing and Inventory Management Services

Vervante • October 19, 2019

Zombies, zombies everywhere. Turn on the TV, go to the movies and you’ll see – an invasion is inevitable. Even the CDC has an official Zombie Preparedness page on their website. Whether you think zombies are real or not, we’re big believers in being prepared, so we created this guide for zombie-proofing your information products and books … just in case. Step 1: STEP LIVELY: Don't be just another walker in the crowd. Humanize your product and give it life by staying true to your unique voice and message. Content, photos, graphics, they all need to be true reflections of the real, live you. Step 2: CREATE A DISTRACTION: True fact: Great design is a proven zombie protection technique. Invest in professional design for the cover and interior formatting that impresses approaching zombies with color, graphics and branding wow. It’ll make them want to start dancing along with you, Thriller-style. Step 3: ELEVATE HEART RATES: Keep things lively by providing complementary extras with your info product such as posters, bookmarks, worksheets, wristbands, t-shirts... anything that elevates heart rates. They can even act as useful protection tools in case of attack. Wasn’t there an episode of “24” where Kiefer Sutherland took out 200 zombies with a t-shirt, 3 writing pens, and a big roll of stickers? Step 4: PROTECT & FORTIFY: Have you ever seen a zombie gently reading a book? Neither have we! Smash-proof your products by choosing a publishing company that uses only high-quality materials and offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee.  Step 5: HAVE A BACKUP PLAN: Include a flash drive with your info product that has all the digital files for your product on it in. Easy to transport, keeps your files safe, and can be used almost anywhere, like underground zombie shelters with USB ports. BONUS STEP (IF YOU SURVIVE): When the dust settles and we emerge from World War Zombie alongside Brad Pitt blinking in the sunlight, the first thing we’ll need to do is accumulate enough wealth to rebuild. Be sure to download this expert guide about the Top 3 Products You Can Create for Instant Income by clicking HERE, and you’ll have a big head start for your business. Which is always a good thing when it comes to zombies, right?! Bottom line? Whether you believe in zombies or not, popular media seems to think an invasion is inevitable. So we figure, why not be ready?  Happy Halloween! **Brought to you by the publishing (and zombie) experts at Vervante: A source you can trust for high-quality, zombie-proof products.

Vervante • October 10, 2019

Have you ever watched a YouTube unboxing video? The suspense as a delivery box is opened… the drama of slowly peeling back layers of tissue paper… the surprise and delight discovering all the goodies inside!   It’s no wonder that people are hooked on these videos. It’s fun to receive a package, but it’s a much more exciting experience when it contains so much more than expected. Special packaging like this goes by a number of names: VIP Boxes, Book Launch Boxes, Planner Debut Boxes, Subscription Boxes … but the name doesn’t matter. What matters is creating a way to deliver your products in a bold, captivating, and memorable way. You can use this idea for everything from book launches and product debuts to special events and VIP deliveries. Any time you want your customer to feel extra special, VIP Boxes are guaranteed to get the job done. The beauty of this idea is that it’s very customizable. You can create as much as you want, add any products you like, and customize the design and details. Here are a few ideas to get you started: STEP #1: Start with your primary product – and add some extras: Choose items to add to your box that will complement the product ordered, or that will add value to the event or program your customer signed up for. Some ideas are: Wallet card flash drive Custom card deck Golden tickets, coupons, or bookmarks Athletic accessories (fitness bands, supplements, etc.) Notepads / Notebooks / Journals Pens, Pencils, Stationery Stickers Tote bags, pouches or pencil cases Calendar or planner STEP #2: Add a personal message: Create a card with a personal welcome message from you. Include instructions for use, affirmations, mission or mantra statements, contact information and anything else you think would be useful and elevate the experience. This will be the first thing people see when they open the box and you want to make a great impression. STEP #3: Think about presentation: Do you want the products nestled inside layers of colorful tissue paper? Add a touch of glamour with confetti? Carefully position in shredded packing paper or bubble wrap in colors that match your brand? Take a look at unboxing videos for similar products to yours for ideas on presentation, then let us know what you’d like to do. STEP #4: Choose your box size: Select a box size that is appropriate for the number of products inside. You want everything to fit snugly with just enough room for packing material so items inside won’t rattle around and your products will arrive safe and sound. (We can help you choose the right size.) STEP #5: Customize your box: A great design makes a great first impression for your customer. And it lets them know that something truly special is inside. There are two types of boxes you can choose from. We can print a custom box, like the one pictured here, or we can use a white hinged standard box and print custom labels or stickers for the lid and inside the box. Our standard white hinged boxes (also at right) are great for on-demand or lower volumes. Both are great options for delivering your product with your branded message in a super-special way. STEP #6: Warehousing, fulfillment and shipping: Special boxed items like these involve multiple parts that need to be assembled, packaged and delivered just right. Here at Vervante, we provide the resources and services you need for all types of boxes – for special launches, monthly subscriptions, seasonal or annual programs, special events and more – with storage, assembly and shipping that fits what you need. If you're ready to create a box that provides an extra special experience for your customers, we can help. Start by sending an email to [email protected] for a free quote. Let us know the products you plan on using, the box size and anything else you want for this project and we'll help you get set up. Better yet, put your head together with our CEO, Cindy Tyler, and she'll provide the advice you need for the box you want to create. (Schedule a phone call by clicking here) Here’s to creative ideas that make someone's day!

Vervante • September 24, 2019

The world has become obsessed with planners and here’s why: In a society where people dream big but feel like they have little time or can’t get organized, the idea of a tool that can help them clarify their goals, focus their thoughts, and prioritize their actions is something they can get behind. Add to that all kinds of options catering to specific types of goals, projects or personalities, and you’ve got the makings of an obsession.   Creating a daily planner to sell as part of your own business is a great idea. But standing out from the crowd can be hard, especially if you’re just getting started. While most daily planners start with a very similar foundation, it’s the extras that transform them from just another planner to an entire experience – something that your customers will feel an emotional connection with and know that THIS is the planner that will support their success and THIS is the planner they must have!   Want your planner to be “extra” special? Here’s a few ideas: Specialized content: Create a planner that makes your ideal customer say to themselves “they know me, they really know me!” Customize it to fit specific personalities, passions, dreams and ideas by adding focused content like lists, affirmations, challenges, recipes, workouts, projections, formulas, charts, horoscopes, etc. Paper Pockets: 2-sided pockets can be added to any size planner and used for holding extras like receipts, notes, etc.  Foil embossing: A great way to add extra flair Plastic slide-in bookmarks: Works great for spiral or wire-o planners Binders: Another planner binding option is to use 3-ring or 6-ring custom printed binders. They allow for a lot of flexibility in customizing, adding, and editing planner pages as they are used throughout the year. Great for ongoing subscription or membership programs. (Binders can be made in several sizes with a custom printed sheet wrapped to create a professional turned edge binder.) Stickers: Colorful, customized stickers make everything from holidays to reminders to celebrating success so much more fun! Notepads: Matching designs make them fun, ability to take notes on the go make them practical. Colored binding: Spiral binding is available in 50 colors. We stock black and white, but any of the other 48 colors available can be special ordered. Wire-o binding is available in 8 colors including black, white, blue, red, green, gold, silver and bronze. Tabs: Design colorful tabs that allow quick access to any section. Elastic closures: A great way to keep everything secure. Excited? Inspired? We are too! If you’re ready to create – or update – your daily planner, our newest planner just debuted and you can check it out here: Vervante 2020 Planner. If you have a vision, we can help. Start by sending an email to [email protected] and let us know if you have questions or need help with customizations. We can provide free quotes or free advice to help you get it done.

Vervante • September 3, 2019

They're here! Our new 2020 Planners that you can sell as they are, or customize to fit your branding, are ready to go! Planners are a hot-ticket item pretty much all year long. Everyone loves planners, they make great gifts, sell out during holiday promotions, and are perfect for boosting business growth. If you want a ready-to-go planner for 2020 to share or sell from your shopping cart – we’ve got it. If you want a custom-designed planner for 2020 that fits exactly what you need – we can do that too! Our new 2020 "My Best Life" planner has been designed for universal appeal. It can have hard or soft covers, is 7" x 9" in size, and spiral bound for easy use. Inside is a mix of full-color and black-and-white pages that include stickers, monthly and daily planning pages, adult coloring pages, tracking lists, space to journal, and more. Plus it's printed right here in the USA.  You can see page-by-page details of what these planners contain as-is by clicking on this link: Vervante 2020 Planner Think of this planner as a baseline for your own planner, but feel free to get creative and make all of the changes you would like. Here's a few ideas to get you started:  Use one of our cover options - or replace it with one of your own Change the color scheme to match your branding Add your logo and/or message to the back cover Choose hard cover* or soft cover Change colors for the binding: Spiral binding for soft cover planners can be in black or white. Wire-O binding for hard covers can be printed in a variety of colors (black, white, blue, red, green, gold, silver and bronze) *Minimum order of 25 for customized hard-cover planners There's no limit to how many changes you can make! If you’ve got a vision that involves lots of customization – we can make it happen! There is no limit to how many changes you can make, such as: Inside pages: Add address/contact info pages, exercise and nutrition-trackers, recipe and shopping lists, journal pages, budgeting guides, writing prompts, weekly mantras, accountability check-ins, and more. Stickers: You can use our stickers, revise them to fit your own brand, or opt for no stickers at all Change the size Use elastic closures to keep inserts secure Add foil embossing for extra flair Print without dates for flexible anytime use Add tabs for easy access to special sections Include pockets for extra organizing power HOW TO ORDER SAMPLE PLANNERS Order sample planners directly from the Vervante Bookstore using this link: My Best Life 2020 Planner HOW TO CUSTOMIZE PLANNERS Send an email to [email protected] and let us know what ideas you have for customization. We can either send you the InDesign files to make changes directly or our graphic design team can make changes for you ($75/hour graphic design rate). Questions? Email our planner pros or schedule a phone call by clicking HERE.