Services Offered
Most authors like writing a lot more than they like doing the behind-the-scenes work required to transform a manuscript into a beautiful book. How much does this magical transformation cost? It depends on the length and complexity of your book.
Call Jim (415-209-6323) to discuss your project and receive a free customized estimate.
For print books:
- Interior design is based on length of the manuscript and complexity (footnotes, indexing, photos, illustrations). Price begins at $900 for a short children’s book. The average price for a 50,000-word novel or memoir is around $1500.
- Cover design begins at $600. Includes front, spine, and back cover; three concepts provided. (Photography and/or illustration are not included.)
For eBooks: Please call or email to discuss various methods and possibilities.
The Book Alchemist works with a team of professionals who will help with as much of this as you need:
Manuscript Preparation:
- Editing
- Proofreading
Design, Layout, and File Prep:
- Cover design
- Interior design
- Photo scans and retouching
- Providing your book’s ISBN and barcode
- Preparation of print-ready files—ready for you to hand off to your printer, or upload for print-on-demand
Printing and Distribution:
- Working with traditional, short-run printers for quantities of 250 or more.
- Assistance in setting up accounts and uploading files so you can sell your book online through Ingram, Kindle Direct Publishing/Amazon, Lulu, or other print-on-demand providers.
Collateral Materials
- We design and produce posters, postcards, flyers, bookmarks, business cards, and other materials to help promote your book.