KMC Publishing Company partners with schools, colleges, churches, dioceses, religious communities, nonprofits, historical societies, corporations, and community organizations seeking to document their institutional histories.
Projects generally span from one to four years, depending on the scope, size, and complexity of the institution's archival materials and review process.
Photo management includes image digitization, restoration of old or damaged photos, caption writing, and rights clearance to ensure lawful use in publications.
KMC Publishing works with small client committees or advisory groups that review content in stages. This collaborative approach ensures accuracy and internal endorsement of the final history.
Yes, the company produces high-quality print books as well as digital formats, including e-books, to broaden accessibility and distribution.
Yes, KMC Publishing offers international shipping for print books to serve clients regardless of location.
Founder Kevin McNulty Sr. is an educator, historian, and association executive with decades of experience in historical writing, education, and business publishing, ensuring narratives are accurate and contextually rich.
The editing process includes manuscript editing to improve structure and flow, fact-checking for accuracy, style formatting to meet publication standards, and final proofreading to catch errors.
KMC Publishing specializes in long-term, deeply researched institutional histories with a collaborative review process and integrated services from research through production, emphasizing accuracy and storytelling depth.
Access to the institution's archival records and images is essential for the best results, as KMC Publishing uses these materials extensively for research, writing, and photo management.
Yes, biographical writing is part of the writing services, creating engaging and accurate profiles of important figures within the institution.
Prospective clients can request free personalized consultations or virtual appointments to discuss project scope, access to materials, and timelines before starting.
Yes, individual authors working on regional fiction, poetry, local history, or niche nonfiction can receive personalized editorial guidance and professional design support.
Photo restoration involves enhancing old or damaged photographs to improve clarity and vibrancy for inclusion in the publication.
KMC Publishing offers a specialized division focused on music performance evaluation, featuring the book and software "Assessing Music Performance," which provides a standards-based system for measuring student achievement.
No, KMC Publishing serves clients without geographic restrictions, working remotely and via virtual appointments when needed.
The company collaborates closely with client committees through staged reviews, integrates archival materials, and applies thematic storytelling to create an accurate and affirming narrative aligned with the institution's values.
An experienced editorial team handles fact-checking, structural editing, style formatting, and proofreading to ensure the final product meets scholarly and commercial standards.
Yes, custom cover design is part of the book production services, creating visually compelling covers that reflect the institution's brand and story.
Project payments are typically phased according to milestones, allowing clients to manage budgets over the multi-year timeline, though specific terms are discussed during consultation.