Print Book Formatting Service
Get Your Book Print-Ready Without Mistakes
Preparing your book interior for print, without guesswork!
Professional print book formatting that turns your manuscript into a clean, print-ready interior built to meet real printer requirements, without the confusion of doing it yourself.
Get Your Book Print-Ready Without Mistakes
Preparing your book interior for print, without guesswork!
Why Print Book Formatting Is Where Most Books Slow Down?
Print book formatting tends to be the point where things slow down, not because the writing isn’t finished, but because the book starts asking different questions. Ones that don’t come up during drafting or editing. How wide should the margins be? Where should chapters begin? How many pages will this actually be? Will it print the same way everywhere?
These questions aren’t about creativity. They’re about structure. Once a book is prepared for print, nothing moves unless it’s changed deliberately. Page numbers are fixed. Spacing is locked. A single adjustment can affect the entire layout. That’s often the moment authors realise print book formatting isn’t something you can trial-and-error your way through without consequences.
The other complication is that print interiors are not universal. A file that works for Amazon KDP won’t always suit an independent printer or a special edition run. Trim size, margins, paper stock, binding, and production methods all affect how an interior needs to be built.
We break the reality of print book formatting down. Not to oversimplify it, and not to dress it up. Just to explain how print book formatting works, why certain decisions matter, and what needs to be considered before a manuscript can become a reliable, printable interior.
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Our Author Packages
Every author’s publishing journey is different.
Some authors need help preparing their manuscript for publication. Others need launch planning, author platform support, marketing guidance or ongoing strategic support.
Our Author Packages are designed to support authors at different stages of the publishing journey, from professional book formatting and Amazon KDP guidance through to launch planning, author branding and long-term platform growth.
Author Essentials Package
$1295
Every publishing journey starts with a strong foundation.
You’ve done the hard work of writing your book. Now it’s time to prepare it for publication with the right support, guidance, and professional formatting.
The Author Essentials Package is designed for authors who want help navigating the steps of self-publishing without feeling overwhelmed by the process.
Combining professional formatting, publishing guidance, and practical support, this package helps transform your manuscript into a professionally prepared book ready for publication.
Because every great author journey begins with a solid foundation.
What's Included:
Author Essentials Package – $1295
Every publishing journey starts with a strong foundation.
You’ve done the hard work of writing your book. Now it’s time to prepare it for publication with the right support, guidance, and professional formatting.
The Author Essentials Package is designed for authors who want help navigating the steps of self-publishing without feeling overwhelmed by the process.
Combining professional formatting, publishing guidance, and practical support, this package helps transform your manuscript into a professionally prepared book ready for publication.
Because every great author journey begins with a solid foundation.
What’s Included:
The Author Essentials Package provides the essential services needed to prepare your book for publication.
Your package includes:
- Professional Book Formatting
- eBook Formatting
- ISBN Guidance
- Amazon KDP Upload Assistance
- Publishing Consultation
- Launch Checklist
- Email Support
This package focuses on helping authors confidently move from finished manuscript to published book while understanding the key steps involved along the way.
Designed for Authors Preparing to Publish
The Author Essentials Package is ideal for authors who are preparing to publish and want professional support throughout the process.
This might include:
- First-time authors navigating self-publishing
- Authors wanting professionally formatted files
- Writers unsure about ISBN requirements
- Authors needing guidance with Amazon KDP
- Authors looking for support without feeling overwhelmed
If you’re ready to publish but would appreciate experienced guidance along the way, this package provides everything you need to get started.
Why Essentials Matter
Publishing a book involves more than simply uploading a manuscript.
Formatting, file preparation, ISBNs, publishing platforms, and launch preparation all play an important role in creating a professional reader experience.
Having the right foundation in place helps reduce confusion, avoid common mistakes, and gives you confidence as you move through the publishing process.
Our goal is to help you understand each step while ensuring your book is professionally prepared for release.
What Happens After You Purchase
Once you secure your package, we’ll begin by discussing your manuscript, publishing goals, and where you currently are in your author journey.
We’ll professionally format your print and ebook files, provide guidance around ISBNs and publishing requirements, assist with your Amazon KDP upload, and answer questions throughout the process.
You’ll also receive a practical launch checklist designed to help keep your publication plans on track.
Throughout the package, our team remains available via email to provide support and guidance whenever you need it.
Ready to Build Your Publishing Foundation?
If you’re looking for professional support to help prepare your book for publication, the Author Essentials Package is the perfect place to begin.
Add the package to your cart and let’s start building the foundation for your publishing journey.
Because every published book starts with a single step forward.
Author Plus Package
$1995
Publishing your book is a huge milestone.
Launching it is an entirely different challenge.
The Author Plus Package is designed for authors who want support not only preparing their book for publication, but also preparing themselves for release day and the opportunities that follow.
Combining professional formatting, publishing guidance, launch planning, and personalised support, this package helps authors approach publication with greater clarity and confidence.
Because publishing your book is only the beginning of your journey as an author.
What's Included:
Author Plus Package – $1995
Publishing your book is a huge milestone.
Launching it is an entirely different challenge.
The Author Plus Package is designed for authors who want support not only preparing their book for publication, but also preparing themselves for release day and the opportunities that follow.
Combining professional formatting, publishing guidance, launch planning, and personalised support, this package helps authors approach publication with greater clarity and confidence.
Because publishing your book is only the beginning of your journey as an author.
What’s Included:
The Author Plus Package includes everything in our Author Essentials Package, plus additional launch-focused guidance and support.
Your package includes:
- Professional Book Formatting
- eBook Formatting
- ISBN Guidance
- Amazon KDP Upload Assistance
- Publishing Consultation
- Launch Checklist
- Email Support
Plus:
- Author Success Session
- Extended Publishing Consultation
- Universal Book Launch Essentials (Basic)
- Social Media Goal Discussion
- Social Media Data Overview
- Launch Timeline Planning
- 3 Custom Launch Graphics
- 2 Reel or Video Scripts
- Priority Email Support
This package is designed to help authors feel prepared, organised, and supported as they approach publication.
Designed for Authors Preparing for Release
The Author Plus Package is ideal for authors who want guidance beyond formatting and publishing.
This might include:
- Authors preparing for their first release
- Writers wanting help planning their launch
- Authors looking to establish an online presence
- Writers unsure where to focus their marketing efforts
- Authors wanting personalised guidance before release day
If you’re looking for practical support and a clearer roadmap leading into publication, this package provides the next level of assistance.
Why Launch Preparation Matters
Many authors spend months or even years writing their book, only to realise they haven’t planned what happens when it is finally released.
Preparing for launch doesn’t need to be overwhelming.
Having a launch timeline, content ideas, graphics, and a clear understanding of your next steps can help make the process feel far more manageable.
The goal isn’t to promise results.
The goal is to help you feel informed, prepared, and confident as you share your work with readers.
What Happens After You Purchase
Once you secure your package, we’ll begin by discussing your book, publishing goals, and launch plans.
We’ll professionally format your files, guide you through the publishing process, and work with you to develop a practical launch plan tailored to your needs.
You’ll receive launch graphics, reel or video scripts, launch guidance, and personalised consultations designed to help you prepare for release day.
Throughout the process, our team will be available to answer questions and provide support whenever you need it.
Ready to Prepare for Launch?
If you’re looking for support that goes beyond formatting and helps you prepare for publication and launch, the Author Plus Package is the perfect next step.
Add the package to your cart and let’s start preparing for your release together.
Because every book launch deserves thoughtful planning, professional support, and a team cheering you on from the sidelines.
Author Complete Package
$2995
Publishing your book is an important milestone.
Growing as an author requires a different set of skills.
The Author Complete Package is designed for authors who want to better understand their online presence, strengthen their author brand, and create a clear plan for connecting with readers.
Combining publishing support, platform reviews, content planning, and personalised strategy sessions, this package helps authors develop a stronger foundation for long-term growth.
Because building an author career is about more than publishing one book.
It’s about creating a platform that can grow alongside your writing.
What's Included:
Author Complete Package – $2995
Publishing your book is an important milestone.
Growing as an author requires a different set of skills.
The Author Complete Package is designed for authors who want to better understand their online presence, strengthen their author brand, and create a clear plan for connecting with readers.
Combining publishing support, platform reviews, content planning, and personalised strategy sessions, this package helps authors develop a stronger foundation for long-term growth.
Because building an author career is about more than publishing one book.
It’s about creating a platform that can grow alongside your writing.
What’s Included:
The Author Complete Package includes everything in our Author Plus Package, plus additional strategy and platform development support.
Your package includes:
- Professional Book Formatting
- eBook Formatting
- ISBN Guidance
- Amazon KDP Upload Assistance
- Publishing Consultation
- Launch Checklist
- Email Support
- Author Success Session
- Extended Publishing Consultation
- Universal Book Launch Essentials (Basic)
- Social Media Goal Discussion
- Launch Timeline Planning
- Launch Graphics and Video Scripts
- Priority Email Support
Plus:
- All Platform Author Audit (Standard)
- Social Media Reset (Standard)
- Platform Strategy Blueprint (Basic)
- Social Multi-Platform Content Kickstart (Standard)
- Author Brand Positioning Session
- Newsletter Start-Up Guidance
- Basic Marketing Framework
- 12–15 Personalised Recommendations
- Additional Strategy Session
This package focuses on helping authors understand where they currently are, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop practical next steps.
Designed for Authors Ready to Grow Their Platform
The Author Complete Package is ideal for authors who are ready to look beyond a single book launch and start building a stronger author presence.
This might include:
- Authors looking to improve their social media presence
- Writers unsure which platforms deserve their attention
- Authors wanting clarity around branding and positioning
- Writers seeking practical marketing guidance
- Authors wanting a clearer understanding of their audience and online presence
If you’ve published or are preparing to publish and want a roadmap for what comes next, this package was designed for you.
Why Growth Requires Strategy
Many authors feel overwhelmed by the number of platforms, marketing ideas, and advice available online.
One person says focus on TikTok.
Another says build a newsletter.
Someone else insists on Facebook, Instagram, Goodreads, YouTube, Pinterest, or Amazon optimisation.
The reality is there is no single formula that works for every author.
What matters is understanding your goals, your genre, your audience, and the platforms that make the most sense for you.
This package helps identify opportunities, simplify the noise, and create a practical strategy that feels achievable.
What Happens After You Purchase
Once you secure your package, we’ll begin by reviewing your current author platform, publishing goals, and areas where you’d like support.
We’ll audit your existing platforms, discuss your author brand, identify opportunities for growth, and provide personalised recommendations tailored to your goals.
You’ll receive content guidance, platform strategy recommendations, marketing suggestions, and practical next steps that you can implement at your own pace.
Throughout the process, our team will work alongside you to help clarify your direction and build confidence in your author journey.
Ready to Build Your Author Platform?
If you’re looking for support that goes beyond publishing and helps you develop a stronger author presence, the Author Complete Package is the perfect next step.
Add the package to your cart and let’s start building a strategy that supports both your current book and your future writing goals.
Because every author deserves a roadmap, not just a launch plan.
Author Professional Package
$4995
Writing a great book is only one piece of the puzzle.
Understanding how your books, brand, and reader experience work together is what helps create a sustainable author platform.
The Author Professional Package is designed for authors who are ready to take a deeper look at their publishing goals, author presence, marketing activities, and long-term plans.
Combining publishing support, platform audits, content strategy, launch planning, and personalised guidance, this package provides a comprehensive roadmap designed around your unique author journey.
Because every author’s path is different.
Your strategy should be too.
What's Included:
Author Professional Package – $4995
Writing a great book is only one piece of the puzzle.
Understanding how your books, brand, and reader experience work together is what helps create a sustainable author platform.
The Author Professional Package is designed for authors who are ready to take a deeper look at their publishing goals, author presence, marketing activities, and long-term plans.
Combining publishing support, platform audits, content strategy, launch planning, and personalised guidance, this package provides a comprehensive roadmap designed around your unique author journey.
Because every author’s path is different.
Your strategy should be too.
What’s Included:
The Author Professional Package includes everything in our Author Complete Package, plus additional planning, analysis, and personalised support.
Your package includes:
- Professional Book Formatting
- eBook Formatting
- ISBN Guidance
- Amazon KDP Upload Assistance
- Publishing Consultation
- Launch Checklist
- Email Support
- Author Success Session
- Extended Publishing Consultation
- Universal Book Launch Essentials
- Launch Planning Support
- Launch Graphics and Video Scripts
- All Platform Author Audit (Standard)
- Social Media Reset (Standard)
- Platform Strategy Blueprint (Basic)
- Social Multi-Platform Content Kickstart (Standard)
- Author Brand Positioning Session
- Newsletter Start-Up Guidance
- Marketing Framework
- Personalised Recommendations
Plus:
- Priority Project Scheduling
- All Platform Author Audit (Premium)
- Social Media Reset (Premium)
- Platform Strategy Blueprint (Premium)
- Social Multi-Platform Content Kickstart (Premium)
- Universal Book Launch Essentials (Premium)
- Author Marketing Strategy Session
- Brand Voice Review
- Visual Identity Review
- Supplier Coordination Guidance
- Newsletter Strategy Planning
- ARC Team Structure Guidance
- Review Management Guidance
- Event Opportunity Guidance
- Publishing Roadmap
- Quarterly Strategy Planning Session
- Priority Email Support
This package provides a more comprehensive review of your publishing activities and helps identify opportunities to strengthen your author platform moving forward.
Designed for Authors Looking Beyond Their Next Release
The Author Professional Package is ideal for authors who want to take a more intentional approach to publishing and reader engagement.
This might include:
- Authors managing multiple books or series
- Writers preparing a larger release strategy
- Authors wanting stronger brand consistency
- Writers looking to improve audience engagement
- Authors seeking guidance across multiple platforms
- Authors preparing for events, signings, or future releases
If you’re ready to move beyond simply publishing books and start thinking strategically about your author business, this package provides the support and guidance to help you do that.
Why Strategy Matters
Many authors work incredibly hard creating books but struggle to connect all the moving parts around publishing.
Social media, newsletters, reader groups, ARC teams, events, launch planning, reviews, branding, and platform management can quickly become overwhelming.
A thoughtful strategy doesn’t remove the work.
It simply helps ensure your efforts are focused where they can have the greatest impact.
This package helps bring those pieces together into a clearer, more manageable plan.
What Happens After You Purchase
Once you secure your package, we’ll begin with a comprehensive review of your current author platform, publishing goals, audience, and future plans.
We’ll work together to identify strengths, opportunities, and areas for improvement while creating a roadmap tailored to your needs.
Through audits, consultations, strategy sessions, and planning discussions, we’ll help you develop practical next steps that support both your current projects and future growth.
You’ll also receive priority scheduling and priority support throughout the process.
Ready to Create a More Intentional Author Strategy?
If you’re looking for a deeper level of guidance across publishing, branding, marketing, and reader engagement, the Author Strategy Package provides the structure and support to help you move forward with confidence.
Add the package to your cart and let’s create a roadmap that supports your goals as an author.
Because publishing a book is one achievement.
Building a sustainable author platform is an ongoing journey.
Author Premium Package
$9995
Publishing can often feel like a lonely journey.
There are decisions to make, opportunities to evaluate, platforms to manage, launches to plan, and endless advice coming from every direction.
The Author Premium Package is our most comprehensive support experience, designed for authors who want an experienced team working alongside them throughout their publishing journey.
Combining professional formatting, publishing guidance, platform strategy, launch support, content planning, and ongoing personalised consultation, this package provides a collaborative approach to help authors make informed decisions and move forward with confidence.
Because sometimes the most valuable thing an author can have is a trusted partner in their corner.
What's Included:
Author Premium Package – $9995
The Author Premium Package includes everything in our Author Professional Package, plus our highest level of personalised support and strategic guidance.
Your package includes:
- Professional Book Formatting
- eBook Formatting
- ISBN Guidance
- Amazon KDP Upload Assistance
- Publishing Consultation
- Launch Checklist
- Email Support
- Author Success Session
- Extended Publishing Consultation
- Universal Book Launch Essentials (Premium)
- Launch Graphics and Video Scripts
- Author Brand Positioning Support
- All Platform Author Audit (Premium)
- Social Media Reset (Premium)
- Platform Strategy Blueprint (Premium)
- Social Multi-Platform Content Kickstart (Premium)
- Marketing Framework Development
- Publishing Roadmap
- Priority Project Scheduling
- Priority Email Support
- Quarterly Strategy Planning Session
- Supplier Coordination Guidance
- ARC Team Structure Guidance
- Review Management Guidance
- Event Opportunity Guidance
Plus:
- Dedicated Author Planning Sessions
- Multiple Extended Strategy Consultations
- Custom Launch Plan Development
- Street Team Setup Guidance and Application Templates
- Reader Group Setup Guidance
- Newsletter Strategy and Template Development
- Newsletter Campaign Planning
- Additional Quote Pull Creation
- Additional Launch Graphics
- Additional Reel and Video Script Development
- Sales Page Recommendations
- Book Launch Opportunity Research
- Event and Signing Application Guidance
- Author Content Planning Support
- Marketing Accountability Check-Ins
- Ongoing Strategic Guidance Throughout the Publishing Journey
This package is tailored around the individual goals, experience level, and publishing plans of each author.
Designed for Authors Seeking Long-Term Support
The Author Premium Package is ideal for authors who value collaboration, strategic guidance, and ongoing support.
This might include:
- Authors publishing multiple books or series
- Writers building a long-term author business
- Authors managing launches, events, and reader communities
- Writers seeking guidance across multiple areas of publishing
- Authors wanting accountability and ongoing support
- Authors looking for an experienced team to help navigate decisions and opportunities
If you’re looking for more than a service provider and want a collaborative publishing partner, this package was built with you in mind.
Why This Matters
The publishing industry is constantly evolving.
Platforms change. Marketing trends shift. New opportunities emerge. Advice can often be conflicting, overwhelming, and difficult to apply to your individual situation.
While no one can guarantee success, having experienced guidance can help you make more informed decisions, avoid common mistakes, and focus your energy where it matters most.
The Author Premium Package is designed to provide support, perspective, and practical guidance as you continue building your author career.
Our role isn’t to tell you what success looks like.
Our role is to help you navigate the journey toward whatever success means to you.
What Happens After You Purchase
Once you secure your package, we’ll begin with a comprehensive discussion about your current publishing position, future goals, author brand, and areas where you’d like support.
From there, we’ll develop a personalised roadmap tailored to your needs.
Throughout, we’ll work together across publishing, launch planning, platform development, content creation, reader engagement, and long-term strategy.
You’ll receive priority scheduling, priority communication, additional consultations, and ongoing support designed to help you continue moving forward with confidence.
Ready to Build Your Author Premium Package?
If you’re looking for comprehensive support that extends beyond a single book launch and provides ongoing guidance throughout your publishing journey, the Author Premium Package offers our highest level of collaboration and support.
Add the package to your cart and let’s start building a launch designed around your goals.
Because every author deserves someone in their corner who understands the journey.
