Book design services for self-publishing authors
Choose custom book cover design, book formatting, interior layout, EPUB/Kindle formatting, or one complete package built for Amazon KDP and IngramSpark.
200+
self-publishing authors served
KDP + IngramSpark
print-ready cover and interior files
Cover to EPUB
one coordinated book design system
2-3 weeks
typical turnaround after final files
Most complete
Book Design
Complete Book Design Package
Everything a self-publishing author needs to launch with confidence: custom book cover design, professional book formatting, and retailer-ready EPUB and Kindle files in one coordinated package.
Single launch system
Cover, interior, ebook, and upload-ready files.
Starts at
$649
Focused services
Need one piece handled properly?
Pick the part of the publishing workflow that is slowing you down. Each service is built around a specific final file, not a vague design task.
Cover first
Book Cover Design
Custom Book Cover Design
Custom book cover design services for authors who need a cover that reads instantly at thumbnail size and stands confidently on a shelf.
For authors who need a stronger storefront before launch.
Final files
02Starts at
$199
Print interior
Book Formatting
Book Formatting & Interior Layout
Professional book formatting and interior layout services for authors who need a clean print interior ready for Amazon KDP and IngramSpark.
For paperbacks and hardcovers that need a professional reading flow.
Final files
03Starts at
$299
Digital edition
EPUB & Kindle
EPUB & Kindle Formatting
EPUB and Kindle formatting services for authors who need a clean, reflowable ebook that uploads without errors.
For Kindle, EPUB, and retailer-ready ebook files.
Final files
04Starts at
$149
Illustrated
Illustrated
Children's & Illustrated Book Design
Children's book design and illustrated book layout for picture books and full-color titles, with print-ready files prepared for self-publishing.
For picture books, early readers, and full-color interiors.
Final files
05Starts at
$499
Launch add-ons
Small pieces that make the whole launch feel finished
These are not separate core services. They are useful additions when your book needs a full launch kit, series consistency, or a special publishing format.
Series branding for future books
Hardcover or dust jacket setup
Back-cover blurb layout
Launch graphics and 3D mockups
Fixed-layout EPUB for illustrated books
Author website and store assets
Common questions
Answers authors usually need before choosing a service
Pricing, formatting, KDP files, and AI cover questions come up often. Here is the short version before you request a quote.
How much does book cover design cost?
Custom book cover design starts at $199 for an ebook cover and $349 for print plus ebook. A full package costs more because it includes cover design, book formatting, and ebook files.
How much does it cost to hire a book formatter?
Professional book formatting starts at $299 for a standard print interior. More complex layouts, longer manuscripts, image-heavy books, or IngramSpark-ready editions can increase the scope.
What are book formatting services?
Book formatting turns a finished manuscript into a publishable file: trim size, margins, type, chapter styles, running heads, page numbers, front matter, back matter, and print-ready export.
Do I need KDP formatting or IngramSpark formatting?
If you publish on Amazon, you need KDP-ready files. If you want broader bookstore and library distribution, IngramSpark is often useful. We can prepare one platform or both together.
Can ChatGPT design a book cover?
AI can help brainstorm ideas, but a publishable cover still needs typography, licensing checks, spine setup, back-cover layout, genre positioning, and print-ready export.
Not sure which you need?
Tell us about your manuscript and publishing plan. We'll recommend the right cover, formatting, or complete book design package with a free quote.
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