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"It's fitting that I finished reading it and am writing these comments in flight en route to yet another Frankfurt Book Fair!

I can honestly say I wish I had had access to a book like this when I was starting out in the business 40 years ago. It's a great primer. It's useful. It's up-to-date, -- references to wireless technology, selling via the web, and the use of digital files.

The tips are good too. I particularly like the one on page 27 regarding royalty rates and the one on page 74 about everyone "buying in" which is so true. And I learned something I should've known regarding royalty advances on page 23.

Last but not least, the typeface is great!"

"In Publishing Without Borders, Michael Ross has skillfully managed to distil many years’ experience of international publishing into a concise and highly practical manual which will prove immensely valuable to those whose publishing activities are taking on an international dimension.

Alongside down-to-earth advice on a broad range of topics from the mechanics of deal making to the editorial considerations necessary to get books ‘right’ for the co-edition market, he offers useful insights into the process - why is it worthwhile for publishers to acquire rights from other publishers? Why is the decision making process often so tortuous? Most importantly for me, he captures the essence of international publishing - long-term relationship building rather than short-term gain.

I wish this book had been around when I was starting out"!

Roberta Bailey
Managing Director
Arcturus School and Library Division
London

"Michael Ross is an expert in International Licensing. In this book he gives you the benefit of decades of experience. It is clear. It is concise. It is filled with information upon which you can build new business from existing intellectual property. If you are already engaged in international licensing, find out if you can increase your share. If you have just started looking at the international market, benefit from the insights of this seasoned veteran."

Bill Evans
President
Evan-More Educational Publishers

Publishing Without Borders provides a clear and concise road map to selling and buying publishing rights around the world. This book is a must-read for anyone involved in the publishing world."

Louis Weber
CEO
Publications International, Ltds

"Written with superb clarity, this book is a comprehensive and eminently practical guide for the first-timer; while the more seasoned international publisher will still gain valuable insights that are bound to generate that extra bit of business...."

Bob Osborne
Managing Director
Harcourt Education Worldwide

"As a 15 year electronic publishing veteran, I can say that "Publishing Without Borders" contains many of the lessons I had to learn from day one, and insight into a number I'm still learning--it's dead on. If I was a top guy working for one of these publishers, I'd buy copies for all of my junior people to read--it would save me a lot of time and aggravation training them."

Tom de Boor
Founder
Kids Only and Research and Learn Channels, America Online

"Michael Ross touches all the bases in this great little homer of a book. Uniquely, he conveys the pace and passion of international publishing, as well as solid facts and 'don't miss' hot tips. Read it and go make some deals."

Ian Grant
Principal Consultant
Creative Structure Ltd
(Founder of DK Publishing)

"I sat down tonight and Publishing Without Borders. What a terrific read! It has a clever Table of Contents and the pages turn with insight and humor -- a great combination. I believe that this book is essential for anyone thinking about diving into the many facets of the world of co-edition publishing and licensing. Or for people already in "over their heads", Mike Ross's book will toss you a life-line that can rescue your international publishing strategies. He mentors one down the paths that are fruitful and skillfully warns about blind alleys---some of which he himself went down, maybe more then once. Further he reminds all leaders about the essentials of developing ownership and appropriate involvement through out the business process with all the stake holders within one's own organization. The book also furnishes a thorough list of International Book Fairs and an excellent collection of websites. This book is the next best thing to sitting one on one with Michael and learning everything he knows about international publishing. It has my highest recommendation!"

John Meeker
President
John Meeker & Associates

"Although I've been selling international rights for over 10 years, I still learned something new in Publishing Without Borders, about selling content to different media. This excellent book answers all the questions about buying and selling international rights. I will recommend it to experienced colleagues and newcomers alike."

Catherine Bruzzone
President
b-small Publishing

"Michael Ross's Publishing Without Borders was a very practical and easy read. Free of the industry jargon Michael's book was like sitting down with a trusted friend and having him explain the ins and outs of international publishing. I also found that the practical checklists and quick tips allowed me to see what it would take to succeed in this field."

Dr. Gene Frost, Jr.
CEO HOSTS Learning

"To all book professionals new to international publishing: Publishing Without Borders is the first book you should read. Michael Ross has distilled 25 years of purposeful global travel, revealing the strategies and insights that have made him such a successful competitor in the international marketplace-both as a buyer and a seller. From licensing agreements to maximizing your potential at book fairs, Michael delivers what he promises-both what to do and what not to do."

Robert F. Wilson
President
Wilson McLearn, Inc.

"This is an essential guide for any publisher wishing to expand their revenues from global publishing opportunities."

Tom Murphy
Partner
Professional Publishing Services

"Written with the rare power of original analysis. Though insightful and skillful thought carpentry, Michael has built a scaffold upon which to establish and nurture long-term, win/win relationships."

Richard Levy
Author of 12 books, including the Toy and Game Inventor's Handbook - Everything You Need to Know to Pitch, License, and Cash-In on Your Ideas