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Formatting Services

As a self-published author, you’re often faced with two options: invest time learning complex formatting software, or hire someone to do it for you. The trouble is, most tools are either expensive, clunky, or require a steep learning curve. That’s where I come in.

To make professional formatting both accessible and stress-free, I offer two clear, affordable packages to suit your needs—whether you’re after clean and simple or polished and bespoke.

INTERIOR FORMATTING ONLY

Rate: $100 per book
Estimated Turnaround Time: 1 week

This service covers professional interior formatting for your manuscript, ensuring your book is clean, cohesive, and publication-ready. It’s ideal for authors who want a professionally styled interior without additional graphic design elements.

What’s Included:

  • Proper margin, trim and page sizing

  • Bleeds and guttering spacing

  • Footer numbering and header text

  • Paragraph indentation and structuring

  • Chapter headings and section breaks

  • Drop caps (if desired)

  • Font selection and hierarchy

  • Line spacing and text alignment

  • Front and back matter formatting

  • Picture placement and formatting

  • Text alignment

  • Orphan/widow control

Before We Begin

Please provide:

  • Finalised front and back matter

  • Book cover (with font details, for consistency)

  • Any images or graphics to include

  • Font/style preferences for headings and body text

  • Any other relevant materials or specifications

INTERIOR FORMATTING WITH GRAPHIC DESIGN

Rate: $200 per book
Estimated Turnaround Time: 1-2 weeks

This premium package includes everything from the basic formatting service, plus custom-designed graphic elements for a unique, visually engaging reading experience. Perfect for authors who want something extra—like stylised chapter headings and decorative breaks.

What’s Included:

  • All services from the Interior Formatting Only package

  • Custom graphic design for chapter headings and break elements

  • Custom-designed tables, charts, and infographics

  • Enhanced visual layout for a polished, professional finish

Before We Begin

Please provide:

  • Finalised front and back matter

  • Book cover (with font details, for consistency)

  • Any images or graphics to be formatted

  • A general concept or mood board for the visual style

  • An in-depth rubric or reference for design elements (e.g., themes, colours, style notes)

  • Any other relevant materials

Note: Turnaround times may vary depending on the complexity of your manuscript and design elements. Intricate graphics may incur additional charges. Please note that cover design (front and back) is not included in these services.​

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