Testimonials

My experience with the whole Forefront Books’ team has been outstanding: first class professionals with genuine care for me and the “Son of the Congo” project. Every effort went into delivering a top-quality manuscript.

Athanase Kadita Tshibaka

The expertise and guidance I received from the team at Forefront Books was exactly what I needed to get my first book across the finish line. From acquisition, to editing, art direction and a collaborative effort on marketing and publicity, I had hands on my back encouraging and guiding me through the entire process. Becky Nesbitt and the entire team at Resolve Editions answered all of my questions, quieted my concerns and relentlessly encouraged me along the way. It’s been a true labor of love and an accomplishment I will be proud of for the rest of my life. I am greatly appreciative of our partnership (and personal relationship).

Jennie Smythe

I am so thankful to be part of the Forefront family. What a terrific experience–I felt my book was in the best hands from start to finish.

SC Perot

Forefront is truly on the forefront of an exciting and innovative publishing model. The team provides experienced expertise on getting a book from an idea to a beautiful finished product. I have highly recommended them and will continue to recommend them to authors.

McClure Munstinger Public Relations

Forefront Books is a first-class partner for authors. As a first-time author of Braving Our Savings and full-time investment professional, I found the Forefront team to be knowledgeable, informative, expedient and collaborative. The book is beautiful and has enabled me to deliver important messages to the world about financial fluency and bravery, helping to break generations-long cycles of making ends meet.

Sarah Samuels

I can’t thank Forefront Books enough for how well they handled the building process and release of Awake in the Dawn. The response thus far has exceeded our initial expectations bringing substantial visibility and provision to our non-profit mission organization, Village2Village.co. Forefront has allowed us to step through a threshold which has expedited and accelerated our vision and mission.

Craig Smith

Our fast-growing non-profit had a need to explain our complex work, and also to share our agenda for the future. Forefront Books was the ideal partner. Their product quality is the highest, and their team is outstanding. The result has been that our non-profit is elevated in the minds of donors, stakeholders, the media and partners.

Brad Ketch

Forefront Books has given me the opportunity of a lifetime to share my story and clinical work as a Licensed Professional Counselor to reach people I never thought I would have a chance to meet outside my therapy practice. Being a published author has opened doors for me both as a well-known expert and as a sought-after thought leader. The exquisite team at Forefront Books went above and beyond to make my book dream a reality. I am honored and endlessly grateful to call Jonathan Merkh and his team not only my publisher, but, my forever friends.

Andrea Anderson Polk

After interviewing 9 book publishers, I finally found Forefront Books with world class expertise and a team who treats me like family. Jonathan Merkh’s team was able to clearly articulate my vision in creative design, provide valuable editorial feedback and produce an amazing finished product that aligned perfectly to a customized timeline. The transparency they provided around their services made this experience so much better than any other – I can’t recommend them enough if you’re looking at superior book publishing services with amazing network connections.

Bella Rushi

Jonathan took an intimidating and complicated process and made it as smooth and simple as possible. He balanced enthusiastic support with shooting straight and challenging me when appropriate. He was so patient, so helpful and so kind. I could not imagine publishing a book with anyone else.

Michael Brody-Waite

Merkh is the guru of nurturing literary talent. He saw who I could be as an author even before I did. Authors and their futures are in good hands with him and Forefront Books.

DeVon Franklin

Jonathan Merkh is a trusted champion whose relational integrity and publishing industry acumen has been powerfully helpful to me as a writer and published author.

William Paul Young

Old Merkh helped turn my life story into a No. 1 hit on the New York Times bestseller list. I knew the first time I met that cat that he knew the publishing world and how to build best sellers. I would highly recommend him.

Phil Robertson

Jonathan Merkh has been a friend for a long time both professionally and personally. Our last project together, Entreleadership: 20 Years of Practical Business Wisdom from the Trenches, debuted #1 on the New York Times bestseller list. We continue to work with Jonathan and lean on his industry knowledge as the publishing business shifts dramatically in the digital age.

Dave Ramsey

I have known and worked with Jonathan Merkh for more than two decades. He is a man who not only knows his business, but who always proves to be a fine and trustworthy advocate for those he represents. If you are considering working with Jonathan Merkh, know you will be blessed by his excellent work ethic and his undeniable skills as a publisher.

Dr. Charles F. Stanley

I’ve learned that there is a lot more to making a book than just writing a book, and Jonathan and the team at Forefront made this book a reality for me. From the earliest stages of editing, to the interior and cover design, to the point where the book is presented to the world through various distribution channels, I knew I was in good hands with Forefront. I’ve had a lot of great feedback to my book besides just the story — many people have commented on how it looks and feels. I’d gladly tell anyone with a manuscript to make Forefront one of your first calls as you consider getting your book out to the world.

Frank Biggio

Jonathan is one of the leading lights and visionaries in the industry and he is changing the way that publishing gets done for authors, retailers, and publishing houses. I respect and admire him beyond description – and I’m proud and honored to be a Forefront author.

Scott McKain

When I wrote my first book at the age of 80, three publishing houses offered to publish it. Jonathan Merkh of Forefront Books visited my home. He had read my book, loved it, and laid out his plan for launching and marketing. He gave me an honest assessment of the advantages and disadvantages of going with a small house as compared to a large one. Jonathan was the perfect choice for my first book. Innovative, supportive, and reassuring, he accompanied me on each media interview and shared my joy when we became a NYT, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today best-seller. I chose Jonathan Merkh and Forefront Books to publish my second book—naturally.

Peggy Rowe

When I originally considered Forefront Books, the whole idea of a fee up front was a hurdle. I wasn’t sure about it and whether it was worth it financially. Let me tell you, it was worth it. The difference this book made was amazing. I not only recouped the fee in a few months, I was able to gain more speaking clients then I ever imagined. Jonathan and his team were there all along the way and continue to be here for me over a year after the book’s release. Excited to work on another book with Forefront.”

Scott Augenbaum

Jonathan has been a continued source of knowledge and has made the entire publication process feel simple and exciting. His advice on marketing and his instincts have been logical and sound, and as a result, my newest book became a bestseller within hours of release.

Joan Lunden