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Your manuscript will become someone's favorite book.
Blue Pen is part of the writing community we serve.
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I want to thank the team at Blue Pen for your knowledge and expertise. My first novel has been published and I couldn't be more proud of the cover and interior layout.
— Tina L. Hendricks Read author stories. |
The Blue Pen Experience
Publishing independently allows authors complete control over the process. But with great power comes great responsibility. Because independent authors are also the publisher, they are responsible for every aspect of the process, including editing, cover design, interior layout, and marketing.
Vetting and hiring several freelancers can be challenging, especially for first-time authors. At Blue Pen, our entire team has been thoroughly vetted to ensure they are the best of the best. Plus, we provide guidance and coordinate the entire self-publishing process.
Vetting and hiring several freelancers can be challenging, especially for first-time authors. At Blue Pen, our entire team has been thoroughly vetted to ensure they are the best of the best. Plus, we provide guidance and coordinate the entire self-publishing process.
How It Works:
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Contact us. You will discuss your project with your personal Book Boss, who will remain your point of contact during your entire time with Blue Pen.
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Your Book Boss will send an official service recommendation based on your publishing goal and a sample of your work. When you're ready, we will send a project agreement to book your services.
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Our team will begin work. Your Book Boss will coordinate with editors and designers to ensure everything is completed to Blue Pen's high standards.
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Your Book Boss will deliver your completed work and schedule any follow-up calls or services. You will receive the final invoice, and copyrights for Blue Pen's work will be transferred to you.
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I cannot thank Blue Pen enough for the comments on cultural sensitivities. Having an editorial team that is not only looking at my work but looking out for my writing career, is invaluable. Thanks to Victoria for creating such a wonderful company and processing my edit so quickly.
— Samuel Mahaney
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Founded on Integrity
Our Values: Excellence. Integrity. Professionalism
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Blue Pen was founded by Victoria Griffin, an author and professional editor. She constantly heard stories from editing clients about disastrous experiences with less than reputable "self-publishing companies." Her clients were being taken advantage of, and many others in the writing community were as well. So she expanded Blue Pen to offer a variety of services for independent authors.
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With Blue Pen, authors know they are being treated right. They're receiving accurate information and advice based on what is best for their book and career—not on what costs the most. Victoria personally vets each editor and designer, and our team members have the talent and experience to produce exceptional work.
Regardless of whether you work with Blue Pen, we recommend utilizing Writer Beware to research any industry professional or company you consider.
Regardless of whether you work with Blue Pen, we recommend utilizing Writer Beware to research any industry professional or company you consider.
The team at Blue Pen did a fantastic job with the developmental edit I requested. They were courteous, kind, and professional in all of their correspondence and kept in mind my personal preferences when creating their report. This is a company I would use again and have already recommended to other authors.
— L. M. VanGalen
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Read more testimonials.
Expert Editing
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See your book reach its potential with story-level and prose-level editing. Whether you're a first-time author or a seasoned pro, Blue Pen will help align the words on the page with your authorial vision. Our editorial philosophy centers on honesty, directness, and an unwavering dedication to your success and growth as an author.
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Editing SpecializationsThe Blue Pen team includes editors with a variety of specializations, including fiction and nonfiction genres. We pair each author with the editor best suited to their genre, age category, and editing needs.
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Individualized Editing Process We offer editing services for every stage of your book's life. Whether you need comprehensive, multi-pass editing or a simple proofread, we've got you covered. We customize each author's editing journey to make sure you receive everything you need—and nothing you don't.
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Working with Blue Pen has been one of best, if not the single best, experiences I have had involved with writing so far. It is clear to me that every time I go through the process I will learn things that will help make me just a little bit better with my writing itself.
— Steven D. Kleckner
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Read author stories.
Custom Book Design
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Quality makes the difference when self-publishing. Our team of industry experts will create and coordinate cover design and interior layout for your paperback and ebook. We also offer blurb writing services and one-on-one assisted publishing sessions to help you publish with confidence. Let's turn your writing into your career.
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Cover DesignYour book cover should meet and exceed your expectations. We craft each cover to the author's exact specifications—whether that means bringing your design idea to life or developing our own creative take on your story's elements.
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Our expert designers create beautiful covers and interior layouts for print and digital versions. Your words will look great on the page and on the screen. We produce reflowable ebooks that look beautiful on tablets and phones of any size. Your readers can change the font size and color without disrupting the design elements. Learn more about interior layout. |
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Victoria and the Blue Pen team met and exceeded my expectations. Victoria's patience and promptness in the design of my book cover design was greatly appreciated.
— N. West Read author stories. |
We would love to be part of your story.
To discuss your project with a team member, contact us here. We will discuss your goals and the best path toward achieving them. There is no one-size-fits-all option in this industry, so we'll make sure we understand your situation before advising you. After your discussion, if you feel that Blue Pen is the right team to stand behind your book, we'll get to work!
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