*as a small business we incur a lot of expenses. we purchase the books we publish and embed those costs into sale price to also take into consideration operation costs, signing and fulfilling each order. shipping fees are based off of the united states postal service which often has to increase its prices. know that we would love to keep prices as low as possible and know that every purchase the profits go back into the business and helps author, founder, and owner, adrian michael make a living to support his family. your business is greatly appreciated. xo.