Orange Frazer Press in Wilmington
Site: http://www.orangefrazer.com/
- Monday:9AM–4:30PM
- Tuesday:9AM–4:30PM
- Wednesday:9AM–4:30PM
- Thursday:9AM–4:30PM
- Friday:9AM–4:30PM
- Saturday:Closed
- Sunday:Closed
“Orange Frazer may be a small company located in a small city, but don’t let that fool you. The product the Orange Frazer team produces can match that from any of the larger publishing companies. The process from initial e-mail and telephone contact to meet and greet, editing, design, and proofing make the author feel welcome and involved in every stage of publishing. It’s a great company with skilled people who help tell stories through terrific books.”—Bill Plunkett, The G-men and the Nurse (2018), The G-man and the Diamond King (2015)
We were novices looking for a high quality publisher. Orange Frazer met every one of our expectations. In the beginning, all we wanted was a beautiful, well-designed, well-made hard cover book. But we got that and more. Orange Frazer has a hard-working staff and they guided us every step of the way. The graphics are gorgeous. The cover design blew us away. On top of it all, they are fun to work with. When we were frantic, they calmed us down and kept us steadily focused. They are devoted to publishing only the most beautiful books possible. It was a rewarding experience from start to finish. Jan Hodson, Athens, OH. Co-Editor of Growing Up in Athens.
The staff at Orange Frazer could not be more professional. Their editorial work is superb, their concern for quality and originality is remarkable. Our project could not have taken flight without their guidance. Design capabilities are terrific. I highly recommend Orange Frazer to anyone searching for a publisher partner!
“From the moment I met Marcy and Sarah Hawley at the kick-off event for my fathers book, JOE, I knew that I had met kindred spirits. Marcy casually suggested I contact Orange Frazer if I ever decided to write a book and thats exactly what I did. From the initial meeting to discuss the book project to the actual publication, I knew I had made the right choice. Marcy and the staff made the process one of the most memorable of my life. Their attention to detail, especially with graphics, were top notch and made the final product a piece of art in my eyes. I cant begin to imagine anyone else publishing my books who could match the quality and attention to detail of the folks at Orange Frazer Press... They are simply the best!”—Phil Nuxhall, Stories in the Grove
We knew our story was in good hands when we met Marcy Hawley. Marcy, Sarah, Aly, and everyone at Orange Frazer are such friendly, knowledgeable, professional people who shared our enthusiasm for our story. Their expertise and attention to detail resulted in a beautifully designed book of exceptional quality. Working with Orange Frazer Press was such an enjoyable experience and we look forward to working with this wonderful group of people again.
In one way or another Ive worked with the people at Orange Frazer Press since 1988. The editorial, design, and business talents of the OFP staff are extraordinary, and the resulting books are visually striking. But as great as these factors are, their quality is in their notion that authors and researchers are not just any clients, but rather people they embrace with kindness and patience.
For several months, I have been deeply involved with Orange Frazer Press in producing the 100th anniversary book for GE Aviation. It was a wonderful experience working with a wildly enthusiastic group of young talent all committed to making the book memorable. During the process, the staff enthusiasm was terrific. Every little annoying request that GE presented was handled very quickly. Orange Frazer Press is wildly responsive. And the end result? Holy Moly -- I am being bombarded with notes from GE executives and employees, and retirees taken by the sheer beauty of the book. GE was very good about allowing me to decide on a publisher, and I knew exactly where to go. Yeah, yeah, yeah, Im feeling pretty darn smart right now. The team at Orange Frazer truly loves books. There is an aesthetic you feel the moment you enter the building in tiny Wilmington, Ohio. It has been a wonderful experience.Rick Kennedy
I could not be more impressed with Orange Frazer in how they helped me with my book “Rocky’s Rules”. They went above and beyond to help turn a dream into a reality for me and I could not be more appreciative of how kind, how diligent, and how professional these folks are. If you want your creative work done properly, Orange Frazer is the place to go
I chose Orange Frazer Press after trolling bookstores and finding Orange Frazers designs were the most compelling of all the books I saw. They live by their motto: “Your story beautifully told.” — At first, I was concerned about working long distance with a publisher. But all it took was meeting Marcy Hawley and the rest of the staff and immediately I knew my manuscript was in good hands. They read every word. They listened closely. It was clear they knew just how to graphically convey my vision. — This is my first book. And it may never have come to be if it hadn’t been for the support and encouragement I received from every member of their staff.Thank you and congratulations Orange Frazer!—Jan Thrope
The team at Orange Frazer did a terrific job publishing my book. Beyond expectations...and in record time!They were friendly, professional, and created a beautiful book jacket. I couldnt be more pleased. Thank you, thank you.Author Lynn Carden (and editor Doug)
Orange Frazer has published two of my books and their design concepts fit the subjects perfectly. They are comparable to any major publishing house - very professional and attentive to every detail.
Working with Marcy, Sarah, and Aly was an absolute delight for me. The text for my book is highlighted by many beautiful photographs, and the staff brought imagination and creativity to the process making my efforts into a truly artistic presentation. During the time I spent writing, they would periodically check in with me and advise and educate me to better understand the publishing/writing process and all it entails. It is complicated. You do not simply write words and hand it over for them to turn into a book. I always felt they wanted me to be a part of the experience and offered guidance along the way. They encouraged my efforts and were supportive of my lack of publishing experience, tossing compliments to me when they were needed! I was thrilled to see the finished product and appreciate their professional approach. I recommend them highly and know they will work with anyone to help them achieve their publishing dreams. They truly care and want you to be happy with the result. It is exciting to see your pages of text and your stacks of photographs turned into such a visually artistic publication. Thank you, Orange Fraser Press!
We recently engaged Orange Frazer to write and publish a book about my familys commercial HVAC business. They were great to work with and kept us on task. We received a fabulous finished product that we can share with employees and customers. Thank you!
What a fantastic experience! Professional and easy to work with, knowledgeable and efficient. Orange Frazer Press certainly exceeded our expectations and made us feel comfortable throughout the entire process. Our book turned out great and brought all of our hard work to life!
Books are so important. Books record and relate fact and fiction. Books like art, (unlike authors), live on- divulging , sharing, and unleashing their information to generations. Books can provide an escape for those who are wanting to expand their world, or provide a safe harbor for weary readers looking for comfort. Books are so important.Orange Frazer Press understands the importance of books. This fact became evident to me when I first read their motto: Your story, beautifully told. And what beautiful work they performed on my book! The Publisher (Marcy Hawley) was gracious and forthcoming about the process involved in taking a raw manuscript to book form, the Project Manager (Sarah Hawley) kept me on track throughout the preparation of the materials (via email and phone)...answering many of my questions-and always with enthusiasm. (Enthusiasm is so important-especially when considering your own abilities and worth when writing a book.) Finally, the Lead Designer Alyson Rua gave her attention to EVERY page of my book. She took my manuscript and photographs and presented them like a master chef unveiling a gourmet dish...the presentation being so important.So, if you are looking for a publishing company that knows the secret language of making great books...look no further than Orange Frazer Press.Chris MatheneyCornerstone to Cupola: The Ohio Statehouse
I recently fulfilled a life-long dream in publishing my first book, Accidental Heroes. I couldnt have done it without Sarah, Margaret and Marcy at Orange Frazer Press. They were wonderful to work with!
Orange Frazer made the process of putting together our anniversary book seamless. Any last minute changes were accommodated and any questions we had were answered promptly. Professional and patient!!
Orange Frazer Press handled my publishing needs with a high level of professionalism and created a product that met all my expectations. Marcy, Sarah, Margaret, Janice and the rest of the staff were amazing to work with and we had a good time along the way.
There are people for whom writing and publishing are near sacred acts, and for them Orange Frazer Press is a shrine. Small, fussy and inescapably Midwestern in its industry, integrity and thrift, OFP simply makes simply beautiful books. And they’ve been at it for almost 30 years.OFP is nimble enough to enter the publishing arena through many doors. As an author, I was in search of a public, as much as a book. OFP provided both. For businesses and organizations with built-in publics, OFP has the resources to write, design and print an astonishing range of custom publications – books to read and love, crafted by people who love books.It’s been my privilege to be part of the OFP congregation for ten years. Mark me a true believer.Ken KellerMonkey on a Turntable
Wow, what a great group of folks to work with. Marcy and Sarah are on their game and very attentive to detail. They take the scariness out of writing and publishing a book. While located in the farming community of Wilmington, they have worked with some of the most recognizable names in business, industry and philanthropic endeavors. Surely a world class organization.
Orange Frazer Press has a kind, knowledgeable, and supportive team. Ive enjoyed every interaction with them. Highly recommend!
Hardly surprising really, given my world view, but finding a publisher who not only agreed with me that individuality should be given voice, but embodied it, was like coming home. Marcy and her team have exactly the balance of its always possible and we can make it happen. They live up to the mantra that makes all of my choices: minimum fuss, maximum joy. Marcy remains one of the most important of people who helped me realise my vision, and thats a high bar.
I choose Orange Frazer Press because before I can promise a reader that River Queens is the best book I can produce, it has to be the best book I can produce.
I just published my fourth book through Orange Frazer Press. They are an absolute pleasure to work with, making the whole process easy and fun. I am always amazed by their creative layout and design. They stick to schedules and are very responsive to questions that come up. I am a very happy Orange Frazer author.
Total reviews rating 5
34 Reviews for Orange Frazer Press 2023:
Review №1
2022-02-23Wilmington College entrusted Orange Frazer Press to publish Wilmington College: Celebrating 150 Years, WCs first comprehensive history book in more than six decades on the occasion of the institutions sesquicentennial in 2021. Orange Frazer was outstanding in every aspect of our partnership. Their staff took our stories and photos and created a beautiful design and layout for the oversized 200-page book. They attended to the smallest details – from the projects conception through the delivery and beyond — in crafting a beautiful publication thats been so popular with WCs alumni and friends. I look forward to the next opportunity to partner with these professionals!
Review №2
2021-02-09When it came time to find a publisher for my book, To Build a Home: Reflections on Construction, I was drawn immediately to Orange Frazer Press in Wilmington, Ohio. Their reputation had preceded them. I was well aware that many local authors and journalists—writers whose livelihoods are dependent upon the written word—had chosen Orange Frazer for their own books. Once I began working with the good folks at Orange Frazer Press, I came to understand why so many professional writers find a home for their work at OFP.From my first contact with Orange Frazer Press, to the arrival of my book from the printer, their service was nothing short of superior. They listened carefully as I described my project, offered helpful suggestions about layout and presentation, combined text and photographs creatively and artistically, and delivered a final product that I am proud bears my name. I could not be happier with their efforts. In short, they lived up to their tag line: “Your story beautifully told.”
Review №3
2020-09-19When I searched for a publisher for my first book, every time I opened a beautiful example of the style I was looking for, Orange Frazer was the publisher. Done! They are an incredibly supportive and helpful team during the process of book development and design, and my book is now as beautiful as the others. It was an easy decision to choose Orange Frazer for my second book (and my third, hopefully in 2021). Orange Frazer is the best.
Review №4
2018-01-19We were so lucky to find Orange Frazer Press to publish our book that documents 125 years of community service, first as a home for older women and now as a charitable foundation. They treated our history as though it was their own. The layout and design are beautiful. They were able to take a manuscript and transform it into a lasting piece that also visually captures the culture of our organization. Marcy and Sarah were wonderful to work with - always quick to respond to inquiries and always accommodating when we asked for changes. Their primary goal throughout the project was to deliver a book that we absolutely loved. They succeeded. The book surpassed all expectations. Thank you Sarah, Marcy and the rest of your team at Orange Frazer Press for your commitment to excellence in all that you do!
Review №5
2020-05-01Orange Frazer Press has been outstanding for me, the author, from book concept to interfacing with me from jacket design to the photographic and written layouts to their writing of promotional material. The jacket itself is a complete delight largely due to Orange Frazers proactive creativity and super taste. Based on Orange Frazers excellent reputation for quality I expected a first class product and am completely and enthusiastically satisfied.
Review №6
2019-06-25Orange Frazer provides the sort of dedication and professionalism you expect from centennial old publishing houses situated in big cities like New York or Boston. This is a small publisher that still works from the philosophy that close and friendly contact with the author is for the best for all parties. Margaret and Sarah are the dynamic duo when it comes to making the author feel taken care of, and they are willing to go out of their way to answer and help with any subject a struggling (and inexperienced) author might have.They simply dont make em like this anymore. Orange Frazer Press, the friendliest publisher in the world right now? You bet! Love you, girls!
Review №7
2017-03-22My relationship with Orange Frazer Press began in late 2010 when we selected them to publish our company history.The plan was to go to press in 2012; this did not happen. But it was through no fault of theirs.Our company is a joint venture between a French and an American company. As a result, there were a lot of cooks in the kitchen for this monumental project. We went through considerable re-writes and a couple of major design changes before we finally had an approved layout and manuscript - six years later.Through it all, the team at Orange Frazer was patient beyond measure. They were as passionate about our story as we were and it showed; they did a phenomenal job.From the quality of the paper they chose to the amazing layout and photo reproductions to their attention to every last detail in our 600+ page book, Orange Frazer confirmed over and over that we had made the right choice in publishers. As the project manager, I could not be more proud of the final product.I learned a lot from them about how to showcase a great story well told, all while exercising patience and maintaining your sense of humor. I would work with them again in a heartbeat.
Review №8
2016-07-14As an writer, my experience with Orange Frazer was top shelf. They came highly recommended to me and did not disappoint in any way. My editor, John Baskin, was supportive and professional and a great asset. Sarah Hawley, my marketing director, pushed the book hard and set up many successful book signing events that helped push my book to a third printing. The book design, cover-to-cover, is outstanding. To me, the top New York publishers could do no better than what Orange Frazer did for me.Hal McCoyThe Real McCoy - My Half Century Covering the Cincinnati Reds.
Review №9
2016-07-20My dream of publishing my school stories came true because of Orange Frazer Press. I attended a workshop given by an Orange Frazer rep. with no clue what I should do with my manuscript. She told me Orange Frazer would gladly guide me through the process. I enjoyed every step of it. From the editing, to the formatting, to the chapter graphics, and finally the cover, I got a quality product. Orange Frazer so exceeded my expectations that I was inspired to write a sequel to my first book. Of course I went through Orange Frazer!Linda Ball (author of 185 Days: School Stories and Beyond 185 Days)
Review №10
2017-09-28When we searched for the best company to help us publish a commemorative book to celebrate our institutions 125th anniversary, Orange Frazer Press was at the top of our list. We couldnt have been more thrilled with our product. Not only did Orange Frazer help us complete the book ahead of schedule and on budget, they developed creative, eye-catching designs that fit with our style; helped us navigate the photo selection and editing process; indexed the content; and assisted with the books warehousing and distribution. They are knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. If you are looking for a book publisher for your organization, I highly recommend Orange Frazer.