Publishing Service Packages – 2025 Edition
Comprehensive Publishing and Marketing Solutions
Why Author-Owned ISBNs?
Owning your ISBN keeps you as publisher-of-record, giving you complete control over pricing, metadata, royalties, and future editions. We guide you through the ISBN purchase process, or we can offer ISBNs under custom or house imprints for select projects.
Your Publishing Journey Made Simple
From manuscript to marketplace in a clear, supported process
Consultation
Week 1
Discuss your vision and goals
Design & Edit
Weeks 2-6
Create your book's look and feel
Production
Weeks 7-10
Format and prepare for publishing
Launch
Week 12+
Publish and promote your book
Choose Your Publishing Package
Select the perfect package for your publishing goals and budget. All packages include professional support every step of the way.
Launch Setup (DIY Control)
Ideal for authors seeking professional production quality while maintaining full post-launch independence
- ISBN: You provide your ISBN
- Two custom cover concepts with 2 revision rounds
- Professional interior layout & formatting
- Print-ready PDF, EPUB & MOBI files
- Proofreading up to 60,000 words
- Distribution coaching (30-min session)
- 14 days post-launch support
- Timeline: 4–6 weeks
Premium Launch
Perfect for authors who want extensive distribution, professional support, and enhanced visibility
- Everything in Launch Setup plus:
- Custom imprint ISBN option (+$75)
- Proofreading up to 80,000 words
- Global distribution (40,000+ outlets)
- Marketing starter kit & press release
- Amazon Author Central & Goodreads setup
- 10 complimentary printed copies
- 30 days post-launch support
- Timeline: 6–8 weeks
Full-Service Launch
For authors who desire a complete, expertly managed publishing experience
- Everything in Premium Launch plus:
- House/custom imprint ISBN included
- Proofreading up to 100,000 words
- Professional author website
- 4-week social media campaign
- 60-second video trailer
- Virtual launch event hosting
- 90 days priority post-launch support
- Timeline: 8–10 weeks
Detailed Package Comparison
| Deliverable | Launch Setup $1,499 |
Premium Launch $3,299 |
Full-Service $5,499 |
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| ISBN | You provide | You provide or custom (+$75) | House/custom included |
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| Proofreading | Up to 60,000 words | Up to 80,000 words | Up to 100,000 words |
| Distribution | DIY guidance provided |
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| Support | 14 days email support | 30 days email support | 90 days priority support |
| Author Copies | — | 10 copies included | 10 copies included |
| Timeline | 4–6 weeks | 6–8 weeks | 8–10 weeks |
Author Inventory Access
All packages include access to wholesale book printing so you can purchase copies for live events, local sales, or giveaways. This is separate from print-on-demand services (like Amazon or IngramSpark) and gives you full control over physical inventory.
Standard Specs:
- • 6" × 9" paperback
- • Color cover, B&W interior
- • Approx. 200 pages
- • US $5.78 per copy (100+ units)
- • ~$75 shipping to most U.S. addresses
Custom Options:
- • Hardcover editions
- • Matte or gloss finish
- • Premium paper upgrades
- • Various trim sizes
- • Smaller quantities available
À-la-carte Extras
Enhance your publishing experience with professional-grade services tailored to your goals
Available to all packages. Pricing reflects current industry standards and is competitive with top publishing providers.
Editorial Services
Developmental Editing
Structure, plot, and character development
from $0.035/word
Line Editing
Flow, style, and language refinement
from $0.04/word
Copy Editing
Grammar, consistency, and clarity
from $0.025/word
Proofreading
Final typo and error check
from $0.015/word
Marketing & Promotion
Social Media Graphics Package
Quote cards, banners, and promotional images
$499
4-Week Social Media Campaign
Content creation and posting schedule
$899
Video Trailer Production
60-second professional book trailer
$899
Basic Author Website
3-5 page professional website
$1,200
Author Branding Package
Logo, color palette, and style guide
$799
Amazon/Meta Ads Management
Professional ad campaign management
15% of ad spend + $299 setup
Professional Services
Audiobook Production
Professional narration and production
from $1,999
Virtual Book Launch Event
Hosted online event with promotion
$599
Author Career Coaching
One-on-one strategic guidance
$250/hr
Professional Headshots
Author photo session
$399
Media/Press Kit
Professional media materials
from $399
Copyright Registration
Includes government filing fee
$269
Promotional Materials
Branded Bookmarks
Professional design included
from $150 per 250 units
Book Announcement Postcards
Design and printing
from $199 per 100 units
Custom Merchandise
Shirts, mugs, tote bags, etc.
Pricing varies
Volume Print Discounts
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common publishing questions
Still need an answer? Let's chat.
Ready to Make Your Book a Success?
Start with a professional consultation that delivers real value, whether you hire us or not.
Your Publishing Strategy Session Includes:
Investment: $150 (Applied to your project cost when you proceed)
Why charge for consultations? Because you're getting valuable marketing strategy and a complete coordination plan that pays for itself quickly when everything works together.
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