[PubQ] Small Press Offer
Ok, looking for some thoughts here. I've received an offer from a small press in my second sub round and am debating whether or not to walk away. On one hand, it's my dream to see my book traditionally published and I connected well with the editor. On the other hand, they want all rights, have some parts of their contract I am not super comfortable with, and will not alter these or negotiate at all with my agent.
I'm also concerned about their ability to get my book out there. Regardless of the publisher, I'm aware that I'll need to put a lot of effort into marketing myself, however, I've never heard of any of their published books before and I know poor debut sales can make selling a second book very challenging. The authors I've spoken with there have had good things to say about the experience, though I have no idea about their sales. Has anyone been in the same position and had the small press experience go well? Any other advice?
Thanks so much in advance. This is an incredibly difficult decision because the idea of turning down an opportunity is crushing, but I also know that a bad deal can be worse than no deal and perhaps the strategic move is to pass, revise based on other feedback, and go back out on another round.