KDP Publishing Services
Account guidance, formatting, keywords, categories and a polished listing for your ebook and paperback.
Learn more about KDP Publishing ServicesSelf-Publishing Services From Manuscript to Marketplace
Self-publishing gives you control. We provide the team and process behind it, so you publish a professional book without managing five freelancers.
- One project manager for every stage
- Pick single services or a full bundle
- Publish to several retailers
- You keep rights, royalties and control
Request a quote for Self-Publishing Services
Tell us about your book and we will reply within one working day.
About this service
What our self-publishing services service involves
Self-publishing means you are the publisher. You decide on the title, the cover, the price and where the book is sold, and you receive the royalties. The trade-off is that you also have to arrange everything a publishing house normally provides: editing, design, formatting, distribution and promotion.
We act as your publishing team. A project manager coordinates editors, designers and formatters, keeps a clear schedule and explains each decision in plain language. You can start with a single service, such as a cover or an edit, or hand us the whole path from manuscript to launch. Either way the book, the accounts and the rights remain yours.
Benefits
Six reasons authors choose our self-publishing services
One point of contact
Your project manager coordinates all specialists and answers your questions.
Professional quality
Editing, cover design and layout reach the standard readers expect from traditional books.
Wide distribution
We set up your book for the retailers and print-on-demand services you choose.
Keep your rights
Copyright stays with you, and you can move or update your book at any time.
Transparent scope
A written quote lists what is included before any work starts.
Flexible starting point
Begin with the one service you need, then add others as the project grows.
Our approach
How we handle self-publishing services
The biggest decision in self-publishing is what to do first. Many authors want to start with the cover, but a cover cannot be finished before the page count is known, and the page count is not known until editing and layout are complete. We sequence the work so that each step feeds the next and nothing needs to be redone.
We also help you decide where to invest. A book that needs structural work gains more from a developmental edit than from advertising. A well-edited book with a weak cover may gain most from a redesign. Our consultants tell you honestly where your money will do the most good, even if that means recommending fewer services.
Common mistakes we help you avoid
- Skipping the edit. Readers notice weak editing. It is the most common difference between amateur and professional books.
- Publishing before the book is ready. There is no deadline that beats a polished book. Take the time to finish properly.
- No plan after launch. Most sales come over time. Plan how readers will keep discovering the book.
What is included
Everything in our self-publishing services service
Your written quote lists the exact scope. As a guide, this is what a typical project includes:
- Publishing plan and timeline
- Editing options and proofreading
- Cover design
- Print and ebook formatting
- Retailer and platform account guidance
- Listing text, keywords and categories
- Upload and preview checks
- Launch checklist and support
Who it is for
Is this service right for you?
This service is a good fit if you are:
- Authors who want control over their book
- Writers who have been turned down or want to skip waiting
- Experts using a book to support their business
- Authors publishing a first book with confidence
- Writers moving from another publishing route
How it works
Our self-publishing services process in 5 steps
Consultation
We talk through your manuscript, goals and budget, then recommend services.
Quote and plan
You receive a written scope and schedule.
Production
Editing, design and formatting happen in clear rounds with your feedback.
Publishing
We prepare your accounts, upload files and complete your listings with you.
After launch
We help with marketing options and listing updates.
Ready to start your self-publishing services project?
Tell us about your book. We reply within one working day with a clear plan and a written quote.
FAQ
Questions about self-publishing services
What is the difference between self-publishing and traditional publishing?
In self-publishing you control the book and keep the rights and royalties, and you arrange editing, design and distribution. In traditional publishing a publisher handles these in exchange for rights and a share of income.
Do I need all the services?
No. Choose only what your book needs. Many authors begin with editing or a cover.
Where will my book be sold?
Wherever you choose. Common options include Amazon KDP and other ebook and print platforms. We are independent and not affiliated with any of them.
Can I publish a book that is already finished?
Yes. If your manuscript is ready we can focus on design, formatting and publishing.
Will you tell me honestly if my book needs more work?
Yes. We give frank feedback and recommend only the services that will help.
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