About Us
Who are we?
SthenoType is a labor of passion by Michael Allen. Mike is an excitable serial hobbyist who likes to share his things with the world and help others do the same. With current technology and social platforms, it has never been easier to share a passion for things with others. Yet, Mike still understands there are barriers to entry for many who might otherwise go unseen. From hardware and software to editors and artists, we want to provide the tools to put your best work in front of the right people. When it's time to publish, we'll provide an ISBN and barcode to recognize your work and be eligible for sale. We will work with a distributor to get advanced copies into influential reviewers' hands and ensure your work can be found at major retailers.
We are pretty new at this and learning fast. The good news is we're passionate about getting it right and offering an author-friendly experience. While our resources aren't immense, we're committed to getting results and treating our authors fairly.
What are people saying about us?
“Mike is very available. He’s quick to give advice. He asks a lot of questions, which I didn’t think of, which helps you in the process so much.” - Brian Potter
"The easiest part of publishing was working with Sthenotype. Mike was clear and patient with every step of the way. He offered suggestions and made this process smooth." - Zena Steele
"SthenoType was open to communication and help throughout the whole process. I didn't feel swayed to change anything. I felt encouraged and never pressured."
- Zena Steele