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Transparent, flexible pricing for authors at every stage
Start with a short intake questionnaire to receive an immediate estimated price range — then choose a scoped proposal, self-serve package, or a brief clarifying call. Packages are modular and can be tailored with add-ons.
How our pricing works
- Instant estimate: Complete our intake form (4–6 fields). You’ll see an immediate estimated price range for projects like yours.
- Tailored proposal: After the intake you may request a written, itemised proposal (delivered by email) or schedule a short 15-minute clarifying call for complex scopes.
- Ranges: Prices below are typical starting-to-upper ranges; final quotes depend on word count, editorial depth, distribution, and marketing scope.
- Payment: Standard terms are 50% deposit to begin and 50% on delivery or milestone schedule. Payment plans available for qualifying clients.
- Start: Begin by clicking Get an Instant Estimate → complete the intake → receive range + next steps.
Starter Package
Price range: USD $500 – $1,200
Best for: first-time indie authors who need essential production and light editorial support.
- 60-minute onboarding (remote) & project plan
- Basic manuscript checklist & editorial assessment (up to 50K words)
- Copyediting (light) or a developmental edit sample (up to 10K words) — choose one
- Interior formatting for eBook (reflowable) and print-ready PDF (template-based)
- Basic cover concept (template + customization) and metadata setup (KDP basic)
- One round of revisions (editorial + formatting)
- Quick-start marketing checklist and launch timeline
- Email support during active work window
Growth Package
Price range: USD $1,800 – $4,500
Best for: authors preparing a professional launch with measurable marketing.
Everything in Starter, plus:
- Full developmental edit or comprehensive line edit (depending on needs)
- Professional custom cover design (two initial concepts)
- Full interior formatting for print + enhanced eBook (up to 80K words)
- Metadata optimization and distribution setup (KDP, IngramSpark, Apple Books)
- Metadata optimization and distribution setup (KDP, IngramSpark, Apple Books)
- 4–6 week prelaunch marketing campaign (email, social templates, media kit)
- ARC/early review campaign coordination (up to 200 ARCs/contacts)
- One virtual launch event facilitation (planning + tech support)
- Monthly performance report for first 3 months post-launch
Premium Package
Price range: USD $5,000 – $12,000+
Best for: authors seeking a high-touch, career-focused program with branding, PR, and extended marketing.
Everything in Growth, plus:
- Enterprise-level developmental editing and line editing (unlimited scope agreed at quote)
- Bespoke branding: author website setup, logo, author bio & press kit
- Extended marketing campaign (3–6 months) with paid ads management (Amazon/Meta), newsletter strategy, and influencer outreach
- Audiobook production coordination or full production (optional add-on pricing applies)
- Rights & licensing consult for foreign rights / media options
- Ongoing publicity support and quarterly strategy reviews for 12 months
Add-ons & à la carte services
- Custom cover design (premium): $700 – $1,800
- Audiobook production (full production): $1,200 – $6,000 (varies by length & narrator)
- Professional proofread (separate): $150 – $450
- Paid ads management (monthly): $300 – $1,500 / month + ad spend
- Book Club Promotion campaign: $800 – $3,000 (per campaign)
- Foreign rights & licensing support: starting at $1,500 (negotiated)
- Website + author platform: $900 – $3,200
If you request a tailored proposal after the intake, we deliver a scoped quote within 12 hours.
Absolutely. Packages are modular — we’ll tailor a final scope and fixed-price quote during the free consultation.
Starter: 2–6 weeks. Growth: 6–16 weeks (depending on editing scope and production). Premium: ongoing program, typically scoped at 3–12 months.
Yes. We typically accept deposit + balance or milestone payments. Terms agreed at quote.
Next steps
1.Click Get an Instant Estimate → complete the 4–6 field intake form.
2.Receive an immediate estimated price range and an option to request a written proposal
3.Accept the proposal, pay the deposit, and work begins.