We believe that the world of writing and publishing can change for the better.
Publishers have traditionally played the role of gatekeepers and arbiters, providing standards in literature but limited by the constraints of printing, binding, transporting, and securing shelf-space in bookstores. The advent of ebooks, print-on-demand, and networked technology provides every author the tools necessary for publishing and connecting to readers.
But literary standards often fall to the wayside. The seemingly endless selection of self-published books overwhelms readers, with only unreliable sales numbers and anonymous reviews to guide readers in their choices.
Eltanin was started by writers and readers who understand that a new kind of publishing house could nurture quality writing and be a bridge—not a gateway—between authors and readers. Eltanin provides a new model in publishing that is focused on providing answers and assistance to authors, while maintaining a standard of quality assurance for readers.