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DreamEngine

Professional Book Publishing and Film Production by Industry Professionals

From manuscript to the silver screen; we provide elite publishing deals, story consultancy, and global marketing to turn your narrative into a commercial success.

Chapter One

Your Book Deserves Professional Publication

You've written your book. Now you want it professionally published with your name on a legitimate imprint, not lost in the self-publishing crowd. We review manuscripts for hybrid publishing partnerships where you retain rights, receive higher royalties, and work directly with your publisher throughout the process.

Chapter Two

Why Agents and Publishers Reject Great Manuscripts

Literary agents Google your name before reading your manuscript. No platform means invisible, regardless of manuscript quality. We build complete author mythology, professional website, and active social media demonstrating engaged audience. Position yourself to secure traditional publishing deals.

Chapter Three

Your Self-Published Book Deserves a Second Chance

Getting nowhere with your self-published book? We build professional author platforms that attract readers and demonstrate credibility. Choose fully managed social media across five platforms, or we set up your complete strategy in Claude.ai so you manage growth yourself.

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Publishing House

Traditional Publishing, Hybrid Publishing and Self-Publishing Support.

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DreamEngine reviews manuscripts for traditional publishing, hybrid publishing, and self-publishing support services.

Book Publishing

Every author has direct video consultation with Edward J Marsh, our Head of Publishing, before acceptance. You work directly with us throughout the editorial and publication process, not through automated systems or email-only contact.

Our authors receive complete editorial development, professional cover design and interior layout, ISBN assignment, distribution across all major platforms, marketing strategy tailored to your genre, Amazon optimisation, and review generation campaigns. You are never alone in the process.

Book Submissions

Become the Author That Agents Represent and Publishers Sign

Literary agents and major publishers Google your name before reading your manuscript. If you have no professional platform, you are invisible.

We build the author mythology and digital infrastructure that gets you represented and published. Edward and David work directly with you to construct your positioning, website, and social media presence.

For authors targeting traditional representation and major publishing deals, we create the platform that makes them say yes.

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Film Production with Dr. David Baboulene

From concept to the silver screen we work with you to make it happen.

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DreamEngine bridges the gap between the page and the screen.

We work with authors and producers to transform narratives into professional cinematic projects, from initial story development through to production-ready scripts and investor pitch materials. Every project benefits from direct consultation with Dr. David Baboulene, world-renowned story scientist and film industry expert.

You work directly with David and our team throughout the entire process, not through automated systems or email-only contact. You are never alone in the process.

Story Consultancy

The difference between a manuscript that gets optioned and one that gets ignored is rarely the concept. It is the story science beneath it. David Baboulene applies proven narrative methods, including knowledge gaps and storification, to ensure your manuscript or script possesses the objective quality that film industry professionals require before they invest.

Story Consultancy with David Baboulene

Screenwriting

We adapt your book into a production-ready script that meets industry-standard formatting and utilises proven story science for maximum commercial impact. Your narrative translated for the screen without losing what makes it compelling on the page.

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Pitch Decks

Securing a production deal requires more than a good story. It requires a professional presentation that speaks the language of film industry investors. We create bespoke show bibles and visual pitch decks that translate your story's commercial potential for producers and investors.

Pitch Decks with David Baboulene

Is your story ready for the global marketplace?

If that's a yes, we want to read it.

Submissions

Looking for production-ready stories?

If that's a yes, we have stories.

Storytelling

Seeking a professional publishing strategy?

If that's a yes, we are your expert industry partner.

Book Publishing

Ready to apply the science of story theory?

If that's a yes, we have unique expertise in storytelling.

Story Consultancy

Is your manuscript ready for its cinematic adaptation?

If that's a yes, we give you the roadmap to success.

Movie Production

Embrace Your Storytelling Journey

Writing is an odyssey, filled with long hours in solitude, crafting worlds that captivate.

But beyond the page lies the challenge: navigating an industry fraught with rejection and confusion.

Traditional publishing seems like a distant dream for most, and self-publishing? A daunting adventure in itself.

At DreamEngine, we don't just publish books; we transform narratives into experiences.

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Stories that Resonate

We focus on the essence of your tale, the characters that live within, and the universe they inhabit.

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Crafted for Impact

Through our tailored story enhancement workshops, your narrative will not only be read but felt and remembered.

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More Than Just Pages

We guide you to adapt your story for film and TV, expanding its reach far beyond the bookshelf.

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Partner in Success

With us, you're not alone. We help you navigate the publishing minefield, from crafting pitches to screenplay adaptation.

Storytelling Story Selling

DreamEngine isn't just a book publisher; we are storytellers, dream shapers, and your partners in bringing your vision to life.

Beyond traditional and hybrid publishing, we offer a sophisticated ecosystem of Story Consultancy and Film Production services.

We take your narrative from the initial manuscript, through rigorous Story Science auditing, to global exposure via KDP Advertising, professional Author Websites, and cinematic Screenwriting adaptations.

Is your story ready for the global marketplace?

If that's a yes, we want to read it.

Submissions

Looking for production-ready stories?

If that's a yes, we have stories.

Storytelling

The Writer's Odyssey: From Page to Screen

Chapter 01

The Endless

Draft

For years, Alex had been a diligent writer, pouring his soul into the pages of Shadows of the Lost City, a novel that danced between genres, mixing elements of fantasy, mystery, and adventure. Each word was a brick in the edifice of his dream: to see his story not just read, but experienced by people around the world.

Chapter 02

The Query

Quagmire

With his manuscript polished to a sheen, Alex embarked on the daunting task of finding an agent. He crafted query letters with the precision of a poet, sending them out like ships into a stormy sea. One rejection led to another, each letter a wave crashing against his resolve. Major publishers, then smaller ones, all returned the same verdict: "It's not for us."

Chapter 03

Descent into

Despair

After countless rejection emails, Alex's spirit waned. The idea of self-publishing loomed before him, a path fraught with unknowns. Marketing, distribution, cover design and...

...so much to do alone. The task seemed Herculean, the mountain too high to climb. He wished he had not had that third coffee.

Chapter 04

The Unexpected

Mentor

In his darkest hour, Alex stumbled upon DreamEngine through a writer's forum. The company's ethos was simple yet profound: "Books don’t sell; stories do." Intrigued, Alex reached out. DreamEngine wasn't just another publishing house; it was a haven for storytellers, offering not just publication but transformation.

Chapter 05

The Art of

Storytelling

DreamEngine welcomed Alex with open arms. Here, he was not just an author but a student of narrative. David Baboulene's books and videos taught him the alchemy of storytelling—turning his novel into something much bigger. Learning character development, knowledge gaps and subtext transformed his work. "Shadows of the Lost City" wasn't just a book anymore; it was a world waiting to be explored.

Chapter 06

Crafting the

Pitch

With his story now a finely tuned instrument, DreamEngine guided Alex through the creation of a pitch deck. They taught him how to distill his epic into a compelling visual narrative, a beacon to attract the eyes of producers. The process was enlightening; Alex learned to see his story through the lens of a producer and investor.

Chapter 07

The

Dawn

After years in the shadow of doubt, Alex saw his story being optioned by a major studio. DreamEngine had not only published his book but had transformed his journey into a success story. They had given him the tools, the knowledge, and the courage to pursue not just publication, but the realisation of his vision on a grand scale.

Epilogue

A New

Beginning

Shadows of the Lost City wasn't just a book anymore; it was a franchise, a universe expanding beyond the written word. Alex, once a solitary writer, now stood at the helm of a creative empire, all thanks to the guiding light of DreamEngine. His story had found its audience, not through the traditional path, but through the mastery of storytelling and the innovative support of a company that believed in the power of narratives.

Success

Moral of the

Story

In the world of publishing and beyond, success isn't just about writing a book; it's about telling a story that captivates hearts, and with the right guidance, even the biggest of dreams can come true.

Is your story ready for the global marketplace?

If that's a yes, we want to read it.

Submissions

David Baboulene's Storytelling Masterclass for Writers

Story theory in screenwriting, scriptwriting, creative writing and fiction writing for authors and screenwriters.

Deep dive into story in twenty video lectures and use clips and short films and book extracts to give you a complete understanding of how stories work.

Contains six and a half hours of on-demand video, study material and more...

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"Everyone who works with story needs to know what David knows."

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Your Journey with DreamEngine

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Harsh Realities

Publishing your book is just the beginning. Selling your book is a massive challenge. It is you against millions. The fight is not fair and income on books sales is unfairly low. First time authors should not give up the day job just yet!

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Rays of Hope

Great stories are in great demand. The industry is looking for a really good story. Your stories and characters need to live in more than a book. They need to be easily understood and put across, the best way to do that is with a pitch deck.

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The Long Game

We offer you help, insights and templates for screenplays and pitch decks for you to work on, to manifest your vocation as a writer. Giving you the best chance of commercialising your stories and turning them into money.

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Book Publishing

Of course publishing a book is a dream many writers want to fulfil. It is also the whole of your story and the basis of a screenplay and the pitch deck. We publish your book and assist you with achieving your goal.

Is your story ready for the global marketplace?

If that's a yes, we want to read it.

Submissions

Our Story, Mission and Vision

The Dream is your story.

The Engine is the power to commercialise it.

Our Mission

Find and develop strong narratives or unique concepts that translate well for distribution across a range of media.

Catalogue and create licensed content. Structure licensing deals. Agree and contract. Protect intellectual property.

Our Vision

A platform for resources and support for all writers to produce great works. A library stocked with an extensive catalogue of incredible stories.

A goto place for the film and TV industry to come to for what they are looking for: Great Stories!

Storytellers

Amazing writers we work with.

David Baboulene

David Baboulene is a published author, filmmaker, story consultant, and Ph.D. academic of story theory. His research has provably shifted the cutting edge of narrative theory from a focus on structuralism to an approach based on evolutionary psychology – factors such as knowledge gaps and subtext – that cause stories to exist and to have such power to grip and intrigue us.

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Paul Carroll

Paul’s writing takes on the zeitgeist in a highly engaging and entertaining way and is rarely lacking in dark humour and compassion.
Before turning to writing Paul worked in the field of PR for many years, including campaigns for well-known brands including Boddingtons, Heineken, Thorntons Chocolate, Chicago Town Pizza, Big D peanuts, Co-op Funerals and Manchester Airport.

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Paul Maher

Paul has had a varied career, going to sea at sixteen, living in Gibraltar and Greece, working in Australia. His writing career began in 1980s having illustrated articles published in various magazines following a course in photo-journalism. Then he went on to study photography and Media. He has always had a passion for history and has begun to write novels in the action/adventure genre full-time since retiring along with their screenplays.

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Tina Zee

Tina is a Yorkshire woman who personifies the spirit of Queen Cartimadua. She has firm principles based on the philosophy that a person has to put energy into life if they are going to get anything out of life. Tina is a Yorkshire woman who personifies the spirit of Queen Cartimadua. She has firm principles based on the philosophy that a person has to put energy into life if they are going to get anything out of life.

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Publishing with DreamEngine

At DreamEngine, we provide the expert framework required to transform a manuscript into a commercially viable brand. Our process begins with Professional Book Editing, where we partner with you to refine your narrative and ensure it meets the rigorous standards of the 2026 market. We understand that first impressions are vital, which is why we deliver the Best Book Cover Design to capture your audience’s imagination, complemented by Professional Book Design to ensure your interior layouts are flawless. For authors requiring physical stock, our Professional Book Printing Services offer high-quality, bespoke production and distribution solutions.

Choosing the right path to market is a defining moment for any author. We provide the expertise to help you navigate What Is Traditional Publishing, or we can empower you through What is Self-Publishing if you prefer to retain total creative control. Many of our clients find their success through Hybrid Publishing, a high-yield model that combines our professional house standards with independent agility.

Beyond production, we ensure your work is discoverable and your brand is authoritative. Our team manages the technical complexities of How to Optimise Your Amazon KDP Book Listing to ensure your title ranks effectively. We build bespoke Websites for Authors that serve as your central platform and provide Social Media for Authors strategies to foster global fan engagement. Finally, we leverage Book Publicity and our unique Author Mythology framework to earn you the media validation and credibility necessary to drive sustainable book sales.

Learn about Book Publishing

Navigating the modern publishing landscape can be a daunting experience, but we are here to provide the clarity and strategic mastery you need. Every successful author’s journey begins with a fundamental question: how do I prepare my work for the global stage? We answer this through Professional Book Editing, ensuring your manuscript is refined to meet the highest industry standards before it reaches your audience.

Once your story is polished, we help you shift your focus to visual impact and reader experience. You may wonder how to stand out in a crowded market; we provide the solution by securing the Best Book Cover Design to capture attention instantly, followed by Professional Book Design to ensure your interior layout is as professional as your prose. For those moving into physical production, our Professional Book Printing Services provide the high-quality, bespoke solutions required by independent creators.

A critical step in your career is deciding which publication path best suits your goals. You may find yourself asking What Is Traditional Publishing and how to navigate the complexities of the legacy industry, or perhaps you want to understand What is Self-Publishing to maintain total creative and financial control. We also offer guidance on Hybrid Publishing, which combines the professional standards of traditional houses with the agility of independent work.

Regardless of your chosen path, we help you unlock the visibility that is key to sustainable sales. This starts with technical storefront precision, where we show you How to Optimise Your Amazon KDP Book Listing to satisfy modern search algorithms. To build your long-term authority, we develop bespoke Websites for Authors that serve as your brand's digital headquarters. We then help you leverage Social Media for Authors to connect directly with your fans and utilise professional Book Publicity to earn the media coverage and third-party validation that truly establishes your name in the industry.

Is your story ready for the global marketplace?

If that's a yes, we want to read it.

Submissions

Looking for production-ready stories?

If that's a yes, we have stories.

Storytelling

Seeking a professional publishing strategy?

If that's a yes, we are your expert industry partner.

Book Publishing

Ready to apply the science of story theory?

If that's a yes, we have unique expertise in storytelling.

Story Consultancy

Is your manuscript ready for its cinematic adaptation?

If that's a yes, we give you the roadmap to success.

Movie Production