publishing services

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Our publishing division arose out of our passion for all things print related. From ghostwriting, to editing, to cover design, to layout and typography, we pride ourselves on producing attractive, professionally-designed and edited technical and non-fiction books and magazines.

We offer three standard book production packages as well as a wide range of a la carte services.

Got a magazine, company report, or other print production project that doesn’t fit one of our standard offerings?

Get in touch and let’s discuss a customized approach

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COVER DESIGN

Our basic package for book cover design includes:

  • 3-5 unique cover concepts for full-color book
  • 2 rounds of revisions
  • Pre-press preparation (to printer’s specifications)

COVER + LAYOUT

Our most commonly requested cover design and book layout package:

  • 3-5 unique cover concepts
  • Text layout of interior pages
    (up to 200 pages; text-only, no images)
  • 2 rounds of revisions of both cover and layout
  • Pre-press preparation (to printer’s specifications)

BOOK + PROMO

The ideal package for a hardcover, full-color book or self-published author requiring promotional design support.

  • 3-5 unique cover concepts
  • Text layout design of interior
  • Explore specialty printing and cover treatments
  • 2 rounds of revisions of both cover and layout
  • Pre-press preparation
  • Marketing collateral such as social media banners, digital ads, postcards, bookmarks, etc.

The above rates are our most commonly offered service packages. We would be happy to provide you with a custom estimate.

Add-On Services

#cover design

Whether your book is fiction or nonfiction, technical, or business-related, our cover designs are sure to please not only the most particular independent authors, but also the discerning consumer and reader.

Here are just a few samples of cover designs we've created.

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JUDGING BOOKS BY THE COVER

We all do it. Judge books by the cover, that is. Perception is everything, and savvy, discerning readers can sniff out a DIY cover design a mile away. The result? Lower sales due to a poor presentation.

Our design aesthetic is clean and simple, relying on classic, timeless typography coupled with professional photography and illustration. Sure, you could do it yourself, but why would you? I mean, you don't do your own dentistry or manufacture your own computers. We make it easy to leave the cover design to the pros so you can focus on promoting your work for maximum succss.

“Uma has provided publications consulting several times for me over the years. Not only were the results visually appealing, she was very responsive and attuned to the intention of the given project and her work captured its soul.”  

—JAMAL GRANICK, Ph.D., INTEGRATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY