Publish Your Manuscript

From finished manuscript to published book, we handle the technical details so you can focus on your content.

You've Written Your Book. Now What?

Congratulations on completing your manuscript! Getting from a Word document to a professionally published book involves several technical steps. We make this process simple and stress-free.

Professional Formatting

Your manuscript transformed into a beautifully typeset book with proper margins, fonts, and page layout.

Print-Ready Files

PDFs that meet exact specifications for Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Lulu, or traditional print shops.

E-Book Conversion

Professional EPUB and Kindle files that look great on any e-reader device.

Cover Integration

We integrate your cover design with the interior and ensure proper spine width calculations.

What We Handle

  • Interior formatting and typesetting
  • Chapter headings, headers, and footers
  • Table of contents generation
  • Front and back matter setup
  • Print PDF and e-book file creation
  • Platform-specific file optimization

Our Process

  1. Submit Your Manuscript - Send us your Word doc or similar format
  2. Review & Quote - We assess complexity and provide a fixed price
  3. Formatting - Professional typesetting with your input on style preferences
  4. Review Rounds - Two revision rounds included to get everything perfect
  5. Final Delivery - Print-ready PDF, EPUB, and Kindle files

Get Started

Send us your manuscript for a free assessment and quote. Most projects completed within 1-2 weeks.

Get Started

Pricing

Our formatting packages start from €697 for simple manuscripts up to €1,997 for complex technical works.

Essentials (simple nonfiction, print PDF only) €697
Professional Non-Fiction (business, memoir, self-help) From €1,297
Standard Academic (dissertations, research) From €1,499
Technical Academic (STEM, engineering) From €1,997

All packages include print-ready PDF files formatted for Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, or Lulu. View detailed pricing →

What's Included

Every project includes:

  • Free sample conversion (10-20 pages) within 24 hours
  • Professional interior layout matching your book's genre
  • Files formatted for Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, or Lulu
  • Two rounds of revisions
  • Email support throughout the project

Supported Platforms

We deliver files optimized for all major self-publishing platforms:

  • Amazon KDP - Kindle e-books and paperback/hardcover print
  • IngramSpark - Wide distribution to bookstores and libraries
  • Lulu - Print-on-demand with various binding options
  • Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play - via validated EPUB files

Frequently Asked Questions

What file format should I send?

We accept Word documents (.docx), Google Docs, or plain text files. If you have images, please include them as separate high-resolution files.

How long does the process take?

Most projects are completed within 1-2 weeks. Rush delivery (50% faster) is available for an additional 50% fee.

Do you handle cover design?

We integrate your existing cover design with the interior and calculate the correct spine width. Cover design itself is available as a separate service.

What if I need changes after delivery?

Two revision rounds are included in every project. Additional revisions are €50 per round.

Can I update the book myself later?

Yes. We provide editable LaTeX source files, or you can purchase the LODE Template (€49) to make future updates yourself. Template purchases are fully credited toward any formatting service.

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Get in Touch

We speak English (native), German (native), and French. Let's discuss your project!