Become a Published Author

Tactical 16 Publishing is an unconventional publisher that understands the therapeutic value, writing. We help you to tell your stories in your words. You don’t have to be a polished author to join our ranks. If you can write with passion and be unapologetic, we want to talk.
We are a Veteran owned and operated publishing company based in the beautiful mountain city of Colorado Springs, Colorado. What started as an idea among like-minded people has grown into reality.
Our mission is to provide a low-cost to no-cost alternative to self-publishing by creating a custom plan for each author in order for them to achieve their goal.
If you dream of being published, need some help publishing and have a solid marketing plan, we would love to hear your story!
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.
Our Latest Press Release
Tactical 16 Signs Ward Mayfield
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Chris Schafer, CEO719-622-6161 Tactical 16 Signs Retired Army Staff Sgt. Ward Mayfield for “Lessons from Uncle Sam”Embark on a grueling journey alongside bomb disposal teams facing off with death on...
Tactical 16 Signs Michael McGarrey
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Chris Schafer, CEO719-622-6161 Tactical 16 Signs Michael McGarrey for “Life’s Memorable Moments: A Collection of Short Stories”Michael McGarrey gives readers a reason to smile with his compilation...
Tactical 16 Services
Manuscript Development


- Review of submitted manuscripts
- Edit those manuscripts for story
- Work with our authors to revise manuscripts
- Copy edit the final draft
- Send for peer review
- Develop production plans and timelines
- Generate a complete manuscript
Custom Editing & Design


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- Manuscript reviewed and re-reviewed by professional editors
- Layout and design of the interior of the book
- Formatting and editing
- Cover art and jacket copy
We provide you with a proof copy for your review and approval before it goes to the catalog for print, ensuring that it has the look and feel you desire.
Have a photo that you took over 60 years ago and want it in the book? We can help. Our graphic artist have worked with photos taken during WWII. We can’t fix every photo but, we can do amazing things to help bring your story to life.
Marketing & Promotion


In Publishing, there are basically two types of marketing. Publishers market upstream to booksellers and distributors and authors market downstream to readers. Tactical 16 collaborates with our authors to create a comprehensive marketing program to include both. Some of our services and coaching include:
- Advice and direction on working with marketing professionals
- Developing Tip Sheets
- Working with Social Media
- Advice on website design and development
- Assistance with promotional events such as book signings and a release party
- Each author receives at least twenty printed books
- Generate a list of influencers and create solicitations for advance praise
- Complete book sent to each influencer
- Each author gets a dedicated “store” on *Aerio
Powered by Ingram Content Group, one of the world’s largest book distributors, Aerio’s book marketing tools, along with your Aerio online bookstore, give publishers, authors, and booksellers alike the advantages they need to promote their books, gain a bigger following, and make more book sales in a crowded marketplace.
Share Your Story – Publish Your Book With Tactical 16




Because these stories often encompass the sheer chaos and tragic events experienced outside normal circumstances, they are controversial at times. We also understand that these events profoundly affect the world views and belief systems of those authors we publish.
Many of our author’s vision is that their story will provide hope to others, preserve family histories, or share gained insight and knowledge. Other times it’s to entertain based on a unique perspective. We are dedicated to these efforts.
Regardless of the book genre, author background, or belief system, we support those that are dedicated to producing a professional product that enriches our authors and reader’s lives.
Chris Schafer
CEO, Tactical 16 Publishing
Partner Highlights
DODReads
We are happy to have DODReads as a Tactical 16 Publishing partner. Please take a look at their website at: www.dodreads.com.
Some of Our Published Books
Visit our “Books” page for a complete listing and overviews of our books.