Publishing Options

 

You are ready to publish when you've got your text/manuscript proofread, edited, and nearly finalized. If your book is a workbook or journal you'll also need to have a rough sketch of the layout. If you're not there yet, we can help!  Check out our services. If this all seems confusing, book a consulting call with us.

Herd Trek (We Publish)

50% Net Royalties

For those who want a discounted upfront cost and a vested partner in their success who will help them promote their book(s).

Sherpa Trek (You Publish)

100% Royalties

For those who wish to retain 100% of all future sales and manage their own book promotion or publish for personal use.

Option Features

Herd Trek

Sherpa Trek

Net Royalties to Author

50%

100%

Interior Layout/Design*

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Basic cover design and format to requirements

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Proofread*

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Publish to up to 3 Print on Demand sites

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1 Printed Book Proof

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Authorpreneur Communtity Membership

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3 Consultation meetings up to 60 minutes each

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1-hour Post-Publish Marketing Consultation

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Author T-Shirt

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KDP Category and Keyword management**

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ISBN Registry and Barcode

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Book Landing Page on WPC website

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Basic author website creation or assistance updating your existing site

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Management of book orders

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Press Release for you first book launch

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Amazon Author Page Set Up Assistance

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Book included in WPC marketing and retail sales

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Marketing kit including 20 virtual book mockups, postcard, and bookmark design.

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Add-ons

Ebook

$300

Hardcover

Starting at $200

Custom Cover Design

Starting at $300

Copy edit 

Quote based on number of pages

Developmental Edits

Quote based on number of pages

Audio Book

Quote based on book length

Amazon Ads

Starting at $30/month

Pre-sale Set Up

$250

Marketing design services

Contact for quote

Post-Publish Marketing Management

Monthly Retainer starting at $250/mo

Coaching***

$150/hr

*May be additional fees for books over 150 pages or complex interior design including forms and photos

**Book considered for enrollment to ads based on engagement and book reviews

***Discounts for nonprofits, active teachers, artists, and our contracted authors. Contact us for info. 

Some services not available on certain types of books. 

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