Services

Line Editing

Editing

Line editing involves changes at the sentence and paragraph levels to improve the flow and impact of the prose. This heavy, low-level editing addresses issues...

Developmental Editing

Editing

The first step in the professional editing process, developmental editing covers aspects of big-picture storytelling. Your editor will analyze elements of your manuscript including plot,...

Manuscript Critique

Editing

A manuscript critique is a budget-friendly option for authors who need feedback on the high-level elements of their work. Like developmental editing, a manuscript critique covers...

Proofreading

Editing

Proofreading is the final stage of the editing process and should be completed after all other book editing services are finished. ​It addresses grammatical, spelling, and typographical...

Cover Design

Design

Your cover sets the tone. Whether a reader spots your book on a shelf or online, your cover will determine whether they flip through the...

Interior Layout

Design

After your manuscript is fully edited and proofread, it's time to turn it into a book. A professionally designed print and ebook interior ensures your...

Hardback Cover

Design

Publishing a hardcover version of your book can help you attract even more readers. Our designers will create a print-ready hardback cover based on IngramSpark's...

Audiobook Cover

Design

If you take the leap to turn your book into an audiobook, you will need a separate cover to attract listeners. Audiobook covers are square...

Additional Cover Revision

Design

Sometimes you need an additional cover revision after approving your design. Maybe you won and award and want to place a badge on your cover....

Post-Layout Interior Change

Design

If you need to make an adjustment to your manuscript after typesetting begins, you can submit requests for interior changes. Making changes to the manuscript...

Reread Report

Editing

The reread service is available following a developmental edit. The editor carefully reads the revised manuscript, culminating in a brief written report evaluating the success of the...

Indexing

Editing

Many nonfiction authors opt to include an index in their published book, to help readers easily find mentions of topics. This service should be completed...

Book Marketing Basics

Marketing

This entry-level book marketing service provides the basic information and resources you need to promote your book. Work with our book marketing expert to create...

Comprehensive Marketing Plan

Marketing

In the competitive world of publishing, a well-crafted book marketing plan doesn’t just generate pre-launch buzz. It extends far beyond, outlining long-term strategies to engage...

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