No. 1
Create your book
Manuscript editing, book cover design and interior formatting — shaped so the finished book feels commercially credible from first glance to final page.
10,000+ books published
You wrote the book. We’ll make sure it succeeds.We’ll make it succeed.
HMD Publishing is a book publishing services company for independent and self-published authors. Editing, cover design, formatting, Amazon KDP and IngramSpark distribution, and launch marketing — handled by one accountable team, not a patchwork of freelancers.
✓You keep 100% of rights & royalties
✓ 47 countries served
✓ Free, no-obligation quote
Project enquiry
No obligationTell us about your book.
We’ll reply within one business day with next steps — or the honest answer that you’re not quite ready yet.
✓ You keep 100% of rights & royalties · ✓ No pressure, no obligation
Takes 60 seconds · No obligation
10,000+
books published
87%
bestseller rate
47
countries served
4.7★★★★★Trustpilot rated
How HMD helps
Three ways HMD Publishing supports independent authors.
Three ways we support independent authors.
No. 2
Publish professionally
Amazon KDP, IngramSpark and retail metadata handled with the precision readers expect from a serious release.
No. 3
Grow your audience
Amazon Ads, launch strategy and PR support — the visibility and marketing assets a book needs to sell after publication.
Complete package
See what’s included →The Complete Publishing Package
Editing, cover design, formatting, publishing and launch support — one team, three tiers, from £997.
Complete publishing packages
One team, from manuscript to launch.
Every self-publishing package includes manuscript editing, cover design, interior formatting and Amazon KDP publishing setup — one accountable team instead of five separate freelancers. You keep all rights and every penny of royalties.
Essentials
Author Essentials
£997
KDP-ready publishing essentials for a clean, credible first release.
🕒 42 days delivery↻ 2 revision rounds
✓Proofread + edit (up to 50k words)
✓Full-wrap cover design
✓Print + eBook formatting
✓KDP setup & upload
✓A+ Content basics
Need just one thing? Editing from £117 · Cover design from £127 · Formatting from £147 · Publishing from £297 · Amazon Ads from £467
Proof of craft
10,000+ books, brought to market.
A selection of covers and interiors we’ve designed, formatted and published across fiction, business, memoir and children’s books.
Process
A clearer route from draft to launch.
i.
Assess where you are
We look at your manuscript, goals, timeline and market so the plan matches the real state of the book.
ii.
Build your production stack
Editing, design, formatting and Amazon KDP or IngramSpark publishing support assembled around your genre, goals and budget.
iii.
Publish with precision
Files, metadata and retail setup prepared so the book is ready for storefronts, readers and reviewers.
iv.
Launch and grow
When needed, we continue into ads, launch strategy and visibility work so the book has room to perform.
Client voice
Trusted by authors who needed the book to feel real.
Authors who needed the book to feel real.
★★★★★
“I gave them a vague idea about "something with roses and mystery" and they created exactly what I didn't know I needed. My thriller now stands out in the Amazon charts, and readers constantly mention the cover in reviews.”
H. C. Ruby
Author of Broken Evil
★★★★★
“I write technical guides with lots of tables and diagrams. Other formatters said it would take weeks. HMD delivered in 5 days and it's perfect. They've done all my books now.”
John J. Scarpino, D.Sc., MBA
Author of Executing IT Project Management
★★★★★
“Clean, modern, and inviting. My wellness book needed to convey calm and expertise - they achieved both perfectly. Multiple podcasters have complimented the cover design.”
Rachel Lynn Fox
Author of From Cursed to Cured
★★★★★
“The cover they designed stopped scrollers in their tracks. My click-through rate tripled overnight. They understood the romance market perfectly and delivered something that speaks directly to my readers.”
Rhonda DiMartino
Author of When Love Remains
★★★★★
“My 400-page fiction had complex formatting needs - maps, family trees, and historical notes. HMD handled it all beautifully. The print version looks like it came from a Big 5 publisher.”
Blanca De La Rosa
Author of From Gold to Glass
★★★★★
“The developmental edit was eye-opening. They identified plot holes I'd been blind to and suggested changes that transformed my good story into something special. It hit #1 in its category within a month of launch.”
Nataleen
Author of From Positioned To Pursued
★★★★★
“I was spending £500 a month on ads with barely any return. After 90 days with HMD's Premium package, my ACOS dropped from 180% to 45%, and I'm actually making profit on my ads for the first time.”
Lynn Sanchez
Author of Moving In Together?
★★★★★
“As a first-time author, I was overwhelmed. They guided me through ISBN registration, metadata optimization, and pricing strategy. My book is now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Kobo.”
Avery Brooks
Author of The Science of Getting Rich
★★★★★
“The narrator they recommended was perfect - gravelly voice, perfect pacing. Audible reviews specifically praise the production quality.”
Stefan Kalmund
Author of UNFAIR ADVANTAGE
★★★★★
“Started with just an unedited manuscript. HMD handled everything - editing, formatting, cover, and ads. Six months later, I'm a bestselling author in three categories. This is my fourth book with them.”
Sahil
Author of THE FREEDOM FORMULA
★★★★★
“I needed a cover that looked authoritative but approachable for my book. They balanced professionalism with accessibility beautifully. My colleagues keep asking who designed it.”
Michael Tackett
Author of Blue Mind, Bold Heart
★★★★★
“The 24-hour rush service saved my launch. Incredible work under pressure. Every chapter looks crisp and the ebook works flawlessly on all devices.”
Peter Achirem
Author of The Unsung Hero
★★★★★
“English isn't my first language, and the line editing made my book flow naturally. They preserved my voice while making everything clearer. Several readers said they couldn't put it down.”
Niran Nadarajah
Author of El Viaje Equilibrado
★★★★★
“They took my book and created a funnel that actually works. Month three saw a 400% increase in read-through. The weekly reports help me understand exactly what's working.”
Roman Rackwitz
Author of Drive Method
★★★★★
“We run a small press. HMD handles our formatting and distribution, freeing us to focus on acquisitions. They've processed multiple titles for us flawlessly.”
Chris Coll & James Artman
Authors of Founder H.E.R.O
★★★★★
“Audiobook production seemed expensive until I saw their packages. Professional narrator, studio quality, and ACX-ready files. Excellent value.”
St John Craner
Author of 365 Days To Rural Sales Mastery
★★★★★
“The team's communication is outstanding. They explained every step, met every deadline, and the quality exceeded expectations. My book looks and reads professionally.”
Dr. James Orrington
Author of The Throne and Liberty
★★★★★
“The illustration work was stunning. They created a custom piece that perfectly captured the essence of my world. Other authors in my genre are constantly asking for the designer's details.”
Dean Moss
Author of The Black Accords: Emergence
★★★★★
“They turned my Word document mess into a beautiful cookbook. Recipe boxes, ingredient lists, gorgeous typography - it's magazine-quality work.”
Mark A Skaja
Author of Pheasant Feaste Recipes
★★★★★
“My editor understood world-building and storytelling. They caught inconsistencies in my epic that I never would have noticed. Invaluable.”
Andy Wild
Author of Echoes of the Past
★★★★★
“From invisible to bestseller list in 60 days. Their keyword research found goldmine opportunities my competitors missed. ROI is through the roof.”
Wadia Ait Hamza
Author of How Can i Serve?
★★★★★
“Publishing as a team seemed complex. They handled everything, including Amazon categories and keywords for our market.”
Sofia Reynoso, Araceli Dorado & Monique Lujan
Authors of Finni the Fox goes to the Doctor
★★★★★
“My children's book needed expressive narration. They coordinated everything seamlessly. The voice brings the story to life.”
M.E. Wave
Author of Jack der Spatz findet seinen Platz
★★★★★
“Exceeded all expectations. My book looks like it belongs in Waterstones. The complete package took my manuscript from Word document to bestseller.”
Donna Hoshide
Author of What Are You?
★★★★★
“Young adult readers judge books by covers more than anyone. HMD understood my demographic and created something that resonates with teens while also appealing to parents.”
Elina Kumra
Author of Ash and Olive
★★★★★
“My picture book required careful integration of illustrations with text. The result is magical - children and parents love how it looks on every page.”
Sally Holroyd
Author of TERBY'S FIRST SCHOOL TRIP
★★★★★
“The editing made my business book accessible without dumbing it down. Complex ideas now read clearly. My corporate clients actually finish reading it.”
Josh Felts
Author of The Great Reset
★★★★★
“I thought Amazon ads were too complicated. They set everything up, explained the strategy, and now I understand my own advertising. Knowledge transfer was excellent.”
Ryan Halley
Author of Forget Motivation
★★★★★
“Launching my book was complex. They coordinated everything - pre-orders, pricing, cross-linking. It hit the charts.”
Chad Teague
Author of Onboard Like A Fraternity
★★★★★
“The narrator handled spiritual content perfectly. They did a pronunciation guide session with me first. Attention to detail is outstanding.”
Andrew Zink
Author of The Joy of Jesus
★★★★★
“Finally, someone who understands the market. Brilliant results across the board - from editing to advertising.”
Sundari Ma
Author of This is Tantra
★★★★★
“Gritty, atmospheric, and perfectly noir. The cover tells readers exactly what kind of story they're getting. Sales increased 200% after the redesign.”
S Daignault
Author of O2: Earth's Last Breath
★★★★★
“Technical documents, code snippets, diagrams - they formatted complex elements without breaking a sweat. My book looks authentic and professional.”
Jamie DeWispelare
Author of Engineering Foundations that Scale
★★★★★
“They understood my voice perfectly. My dialogue now sounds authentic, and my characters feel real. Young readers confirmed the improvement.”
Kellie Madison
Author of Nenu The Magical Wizard
★★★★★
“Launching my book with their help broke all my previous records. They know how to leverage backlist to boost new releases.”
Donna Dowd
Author of Why I Believe In The Bible
★★★★★
“They helped me go wide after being exclusive to Amazon. Now I reach readers on Apple, Kobo, and Google Play. Diversification was the right choice.”
Dr. Dawn Airhart Witte
Author of You are a Dream Come True
★★★★★
“From nervous first-timer to published author in three months. They held my hand through every step and now I'm ready for book two.”
Sammy Somers
Author of Alice Alpaca and the Amazing ABC's
★★★★★
“They took my life story and distilled it into a single powerful image. Every time I see my book, I feel proud. That's priceless.”
Nyoka Gumbs
Author of The Day After the Unemployment Runs Out
★★★★★
“Our textbook has equations, footnotes, bibliographies, and appendices. They formatted everything to academic standards. Perfect for classroom use.”
Kyle Clark & Aris Winger
Authors of Problem Solvers
★★★★★
“Accuracy matters in my genre. My editor had subject matter expertise and caught technical errors that would have embarrassed me.”
Adam Wood
Author of Autism and Faith
★★★★★
“Non-fiction ads are different. They understood my niche audience and targeted precisely. My book now ranks on page one for 15+ keywords.”
Seatla Ratshosa
Author of Principles of Wealth Creations
★★★★★
“I'm bringing my manuscript collection to print. They treated my work with respect and care. Seeing my books finally published is emotional.”
Chuck Pettis
Author of Secrets of Sacred Ecology
★★★★★
“They've published all my books in my series. Consistency across covers, formatting, and marketing has built a recognizable brand.”
Dr. Susan M. Roberts
Author of Whimsky Works Skin Care Patrol
★★★★★
“The tech market is competitive. My cover now looks like it belongs next to traditionally published books. The 3D mockups they provided were incredibly useful for marketing.”
Michael Fauscette
Author of Building the Digital Workforce
★★★★★
“Worksheets, exercises, reflection prompts - my workbook needed interactive elements. They made each page engaging while keeping it print-friendly.”
Lisa Navarrette M.S.
Author of Rooted & Rising
★★★★★
“The line editing was surgical. Every sentence now sings. I learned more about craft from this edit than from years of workshops.”
Christina Marie D'Angelo
Author of The Joy of the Soul Restored
★★★★★
“The weekly optimization calls keep my campaigns fresh. They spotted a trend in my genre and helped me ride the wave. Best investment I've made.”
Yahreema G McFarlane
Author of The Journey to Perfect Peace
★★★★★
“The complete package was the best investment in my writing career. Professional everything, delivered on time, with constant communication.”
Blanca De La Rosa
Author of The Betrayal
★★★★★
“The attention to historical detail was impressive. They researched the era and got every element right. My cover looks like it could be a museum piece.”
Dennis Mullings
Author of Cherry Blossoms
★★★★★
“Photos, pull quotes, and detailed content - my book is visually complex. HMD made it navigable and beautiful. Readers say it's easy to follow.”
Vince Tornero
Author of Reel Talk
★★★★★
“Period-appropriate language was tricky. My editor researched carefully and ensured authenticity throughout.”
Sunny Paul Smith
Author of All That Jesus Commanded
★★★★★
“I had given up on advertising. They rebuilt my campaigns from scratch, and within two months, I was profitable. Now advertising funds my writing habit.”
Kathrin Barone
Author of End of Life Planner
★★★★★
“Quality, professionalism, and genuine care for authors. I recommend HMD to every writer I know. They've earned my loyalty.”
Blanca De La Rosa
Author of A Holistic Approach to Your Career
★★★★★
“I wanted something artistic and unique. They delivered a cover that's practically a work of art. It won the Book Cover Award at the Independent Publisher Book Awards.”
Virginie Joly
Author of Wings of Defiance
★★★★★
“Each chapter needed its own feel while maintaining book cohesion. The section dividers and chapter openers are gorgeous. Worth every penny.”
Justine Albree
Author of Thundersnow
★★★★★
“My children's book had pacing issues. The developmental edit restructured key scenes, and now readers can't put it down. Worth every penny.”
Maria Van Hove
Author of Alex the Four-Eyed Ant
★★★★★
“Their A/B testing of ad copy taught me what my readers respond to. I apply those insights to my blurbs and social media now too.”
Eddie Mo
Author of Beyond Profits
★★★★★
“Educational content requires accuracy. My editor fact-checked everything and caught errors that would have broken reader trust.”
Todd Cornell
Author of Mapping Mandarin
★★★★★4.7 out of 5·Verified on Trustpilot — read every reviewFree resources
Do the research publishers do — free.
28 tools built on HMD’s own Amazon crawl, plus free guides written from 10,000+ published books’ worth of pattern recognition. Real data, no email drip.
Calculators & research tools
Royalty Calculator
Exact KDP earnings per sale, after printing costs, for every trim size and marketplace.
Keyword Research
Real Amazon search data to find the seven backend keywords that actually rank.
Category Finder
Live KDP categories with sales-rank thresholds — see where you can realistically hit #1.
Manuscript Readiness
An AI-assisted developmental read that scores your draft before you spend a penny.
Free guides
47 Things Every Self-Published Author Must Know
The mistakes we see in nearly every first manuscript — and how to avoid them before you spend a penny on editing.
Get the ebook →The Cover That Sells
What actually makes a reader stop scrolling and click, based on patterns across 10,000+ published covers.
Get the ebook →The Book Pricing Playbook
How to price your paperback, eBook and audiobook to maximise royalties without pricing yourself out of your category.
Get the ebook →From the blog
Publishing guidance from 10,000+ books of experience.
Publishing guidance from 10,000+ books.
FAQ
Questions authors ask before they commit.
What is HMD Publishing?
HMD Publishing is a book publishing services company, founded in 2015 in Nottingham, UK, that helps independent and self-published authors edit, design, format, publish and market their books. We are not a traditional publisher — you keep 100% of your rights and royalties, and pay for services rather than signing away ownership of your work.
How much does it cost to publish a book with HMD Publishing?
Complete publishing packages start at £997. Individual services can also be booked separately: editing from £117, cover design from £127, formatting from £147, publishing setup from £297, and Amazon Advertising from £467. Every quote is built around the specific support your manuscript needs.
Do I keep the rights and royalties to my book?
Yes. You keep 100% of your rights and 100% of your royalties. HMD Publishing is a professional publishing services partner, not a traditional publisher, so we never take ownership or a percentage of your book's earnings.
Is HMD Publishing a traditional publisher, a vanity press, or a self-publishing service?
HMD Publishing is a self-publishing services company. Unlike a traditional publisher, we don't acquire manuscripts or pay advances; unlike a vanity press, we don't require you to buy inflated print runs. You hire us for specific services — editing, design, formatting, distribution or marketing — and keep full ownership and control of your book.
Can you help first-time authors who have never self-published before?
Yes. Most of our clients are publishing their first book. We guide first-time authors through manuscript editing, cover design, interior formatting, Amazon KDP and IngramSpark setup, and launch planning, so the process is clear rather than overwhelming.
Which platforms do you publish and distribute books on?
We publish and distribute books on Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Apple Books, Kobo and other major retail and library channels, depending on the package or service selected.
What types of books do you work on?
We work across fiction, business, self-help, memoir, children's books, wellness and specialist nonfiction. The goal is the same in every category: a finished book that reads, looks and performs like it came from a professional press.
How long does it take to publish a book with HMD Publishing?
Timelines depend on the services booked: editing typically takes 7–14 business days, cover design 7–14 business days, interior formatting 5–10 business days, and a Complete Publishing Package 42–90 business days from manuscript to publication.
What's the best way to get started?
Send us a project enquiry with your manuscript's stage, genre and goals, and we'll recommend a complete package, a single service, or a phased plan — with a free, no-obligation quote.
What makes HMD Publishing a good self-publishing company to choose?
One accountable team instead of a patchwork of freelancers: editing, cover design, formatting, publishing setup, Amazon Advertising, book marketing, ghostwriting, audiobook production, translation and more all run through the same project manager, so nothing falls through the cracks between vendors. 10,000+ books published across 47 countries, an 87% bestseller rate, and 4,000+ five-star reviews on Trustpilot. You keep 100% of your rights and royalties throughout.
Ready when you are
Publish with the confidence that the book will look the part.
Already have a manuscript? Send us your project details and we’ll tell you whether you need a full publishing plan — or just the next critical piece.
✓ Free, no-obligation quote✓ No rights taken✓ Packages or single services