SERVICES & FEES

For writers with a manuscript that is completed and proofed, but requires designing, sizing, illustrations, charts, indexing, or any additional content - I'm happy to provide an estimate based on your unique project. Assume a project budget of $5,000+.

Final files, camera ready for your specific print job, using Amazon's KDP cover calculator, or your printer specs for binding. Final files for EPUBS sized to vendor specs. 

Sample camera-ready cover art for Amazon: The Autumn Mystery: A Mouse and Elephant Book, by Holly Valero

Manuscripts that have been finalized, fully-edited, and proofed and minimally formatted in Microsoft Word with a table of contents, if desired. All front matter, back matter, size specification (paperback, workbooks) etc. should be included. 

Example: a 300 page book would be $1,500 to prepare for your printer, or print on demand at Amazon. 

Additional rounds of editing, proofing, or re-organization would be charged separately at $100/hr. 

Manuscripts that have been finalized, fully-edited, and proofed and minimally formatted in Microsoft Word with a table of contents, if desired. Cover and front matter should be included. 

Example: a 300 page book would be $1,500 to prepare for the vendor of your choice. Multiple vendors using the same format (ePub) may require additional adjustments. All EPUBs are tested for specific vendors at FlightDeck

Additional rounds of editing, proofing, or re-organization would be charged separately at $100/hr. 

Formatting your book for print, and creating a flowable EPUB is an easy way to expand your reach - and less expensive when you produce both publications together. 

Example: a 300 page book would be $2,100 to prepare for the vendor(s) of your choice. Multiple vendors using the same format (ePub) may require additional adjustments.  

Converting your finished and proofed manuscript into a professional workbook for print.

Example: a 200 page book would be $800 to prepare for the vendor(s) of your choice.  

Converting your finished and proofed manuscript into a professional workbook for digital delivery, plus the addition of fillable form elements.

Example: a 200 page book would be $800 to prepare for the vendor(s) of your choice.  

Converting your finished and proofed document into a presentation piece.

Example: a 40 page professionally designed annual report with photos, charts, illustrations, etc. would be $2,000

Adobe InDesign is the industry standard for traditional print projects, PDF and interactive PDF, and now - with a little help from Ajar Productions IN5 plugin, rich HTML5-powered web-based publishing that supports video, audio, animation, thumbnails, full-screen mode, and social sharing. Interactive publishing is viewable on any computer, laptop or tablet. It's not for traditional ereaders. You'll find examples on the home page for this unique publishing option.