Professional Book Formatting
Transform your manuscript into a professionally formatted book that captivates readers and drives sales. With over 10,000 books formatted and 40% achieving bestseller status, we know what works.
Planning
Research, Outline and Plan your book
Writing
Create
your manuscript
Editing
Developmental and copy editing
Profreading
Final error correction
Formatting
interior design and layout
Cover Design
Eye-catching book cover
Publishing
Distribution to platforms
Marketing
Promote your book
Understanding Book Formatting
What Is Book Formatting?
Book formatting is the process of preparing your manuscript for publication by arranging the interior design of your book. This includes setting margins, fonts, chapter headings, page numbers, and other design elements that enhance readability and professionalism.
Why Professional Formatting Matters
A professionally formatted book:
- Creates a positive first impression with readers
- Improves readability and reduces eye strain
- Meets industry standards for major publishing platforms
- Enhances the perceived value of your content
- Sets your book apart from amateur publications
What Makes a Book "Complex"?
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Element
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Impact on Complexity
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Impact on Complexity
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Medium to High
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Tables and Charts
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High
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Images and Illustrations
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Medium to High
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Footnotes/Endnotes
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Medium
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Special Formatting (poetry, quotes)
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Medium to High
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Formatting Scope Clarification
Our formatting service is limited to working with the content provided. It does not include content edits, rewrites, or extensive text changes. Here are your options if you need content changes:
- Content Edit Fee: $1 per edit for us to implement content changes after formatting
- DIY Option: We can provide the Adobe InDesign source files for you to make changes yourself
- Comprehensive Package: Consider our editing services before formatting begins
For the smoothest experience, we recommend finalizing all content before the formatting stage begins.
Our Formatting Process
We follow a proven process to ensure your book is formatted to the highest standards.
Manuscript Assessment
We review your manuscript to understand its structure, complexity, and specific formatting needs. At this stage, your content should be final.
Design Consultation
We discuss your vision and preferences for the book's interior design.
Initial Formatting
We format your entire manuscript according to industry standards and your specific requirements.
Review & Revisions
You review the formatted manuscript and we make any necessary adjustments.
Final Delivery
We deliver your print-ready PDF and e-book files ready for publishing.
Note: Our packages are based on both complexity AND page count. If your book has many images/tables or exceeds the listed page count, please request a custom quote.
Our Testimonials
I have had a sweet and sour relationship with amazon book publishing services. But this time, working with these guys was a blessing I didn’t see coming. They helped me throughout the process and made it possible for me to publish a book without any trouble.
I hired HMDPublishing to do my book cover design and interior formatting of my book! He was wonderful and very knowledgeable throughout the process! I also hired him to help me publish my book on Amazon KDP. He did so much research and came up with some amazing categories and keywords. My book “We Still Do” became an Amazon best new release on the very first day! I would highly recommend HMDPublishing to work with! He is kind, professional, and clearly knows what he is doing!.
HMDPublishing has been the designer we’ve been looking for for years. Talented, creative, professional, responsive. A pleasure to work with. Skilled at graphic design, book design and all aspects of digital publishing. We have completed six projects together and are going back for more. Highly recommended.
HMDPublishing has worked on the interior and cover design of all my guitar books for the last 3 years. 100% professional, meticulous attention to detail, and keeps reworking the designs until the capture exactly what I want to convey in each book. The end result is always better that I originally visualized. And the proof is that my book sales have improved greatly, especially on Amazon (4 number 1 best sellers).And my reviews and ratings have also greatly improved. I highly Recommended HMDPublishing!!!
I hired HMDPublishing to set and layout my book “Walking Back To Happiness-The Secret To Alcohol-free Living & Well-being”. I was extremely impressed with his professionalism and attention to detail. He was always quick to respond and very helpful. Publishing a book can be a very demanding experience. It was great to have HMD Publishing on side with his wide ranging experience and knowledge of the publishing market in particular Amazon and Ingram Spark, will hire them again.
Let’s Elevate Your Book to Bestseller Status!
A well-edited book is a powerful book. Let’s ensure your manuscript is flawless, compelling, and ready for publishing success.
- Ebook Creation and Distribution
- Marketing Consultation
- Optional Hardcover Printing & Management
- Author Marketing Supplements
- Publishing Imprint Creation
- Proofreading
- Paperback Distribution
- Interior Layout
- Graphic Inclusion
- Complete Evaluation Edit
- Book Cover Design