At Local Authors Only, we believe every Texas writer deserves a real shot at getting their book published — and actually read.

We help Texas authors (and those writing from Texas, native born Texans, or inspired by Texas) turn their manuscripts into professional books at absolutely no cost to you.

Our team helps with: editing, cover design, formatting, printing, and digital setup. Then we put your book where it matters most — on shelves in grocery stores, gift shops, and local retailers all across the Lone Star State through our exclusive Grassroots Distribution System.

You write the story. We handle the rest.

And every book we publish helps fund our nonprofit work supporting women’s shelters and financial education programs for inmates.

Publish with our partners, Advanced Design Concept, get the visibility and pride your book deserves — while giving back to Texas communities that need it most.

Ready to see your book on Texas shelves? Let’s make it happen.

Not a Texas Author but have written a book about Texas?

 We can help you, too!

Through our nonprofit initiative, we help selected Texas authors bypass the expensive vanity publishing route and avoid the frustrating maze of traditional publishing. Our team provides the professional services needed to turn manuscripts into polished, market-ready books.

Your donation support goes far beyond a single purchase or contribution. A portion of the proceeds is directed toward initiatives and organizations that are working to make a meaningful difference in communities.

Second Chance Hope is our non-profit foundation that provides women & men in shelters and prisons with rescources and financial education to help them restablish a solid foundation for a successful life. 

By choosing to support our work, you are helping extend that impact. Our goal is to ensure that every dollar contributes to something bigger—creating positive change in our community.

Thank you for your ongoing support!