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Self-PublishingAssistance.

Navigate the complexities of KDP, IngramSpark, and other platforms with our expert guidance. We handle the technical details so you don't have to.

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47+
countries covered
12
major channels supported
30
day standard setup
100%
author ownership retained

Package overview

Wide Distribution

KDP + IngramSpark

£497
Amazon Launcher
£297
Amazon KDP setup • ISBN assignment
Wide Distribution
£497
Everything in Amazon Launcher • IngramSpark setup
Global Publisher
£897
Everything in Wide Distribution • Draft2Digital
What this route fixes
Platform setup without guesswork

KDP, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, and other channel decisions are handled with the right setup logic instead of trial-and-error publishing.

Metadata built for discovery

Categories, keywords, descriptions, pricing, and market positioning are set up so the listing is not just live, but commercially usable.

One release plan across formats

Print and ebook distribution are coordinated together so the files, identifiers, and retail presence feel aligned from launch day onward.

Delivery rhythm
4 coordinated stages

Publishing channels

Build the book once, then release it with files, metadata, and distribution handled across the retail channels that matter.

Amazon KDP
IngramSpark
Apple Books
Kobo

Package rationale

Stress-Free Publishing

From account setup to hitting "publish", we guide you through every step. Ensure your book is listed correctly with the right categories and keywords.

Platform setup (KDP, etc.)

ISBN assignment

Metadata optimization

Global distribution setup

Included

The publishing stack is coordinated from the start.

Account creation
File uploading
Keyword selection
Category optimization
Pricing strategy
Platform setup without guesswork

KDP, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, and other channel decisions are handled with the right setup logic instead of trial-and-error publishing.

Metadata built for discovery

Categories, keywords, descriptions, pricing, and market positioning are set up so the listing is not just live, but commercially usable.

One release plan across formats

Print and ebook distribution are coordinated together so the files, identifiers, and retail presence feel aligned from launch day onward.

Investment

Publishing Packages

Package tier

Amazon Launcher

£297

KDP only

  • Amazon KDP setup
  • ISBN assignment
  • Metadata optimization
  • Category selection
  • Launch checklist
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Wide Distribution

£497

KDP + IngramSpark

  • Everything in Amazon Launcher
  • IngramSpark setup
  • Global distribution
  • Print + eBook
  • Priority support
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Package tier

Global Publisher

£897

5+ platforms

  • Everything in Wide Distribution
  • Draft2Digital
  • Apple Books
  • Kobo & Barnes & Noble
  • Dedicated support
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Process

Publishing Steps

Step 1
1. Account Setup

Setting up your author accounts.

Step 2
2. Metadata

Optimizing title, description, and keywords.

Step 3
3. Upload

Uploading cover and interior files.

Step 4
4. Launch

Setting pricing and going live.

Professional Book Publishing process

Managed delivery

One coordinated workflow replaces the vendor handoffs, duplicated feedback, and platform admin that usually slow a book launch down.

Distribution

Reach matters, but only if the release is configured correctly.

Publishing wide is not just about ticking more platforms. It is about choosing the right channels, identifiers, metadata, and pricing setup for the way you want the book to sell.

What we coordinate

The value is not only getting live. It is getting live cleanly.

Publishing failures usually come from incorrect file prep, weak metadata, missing identifiers, poor channel choices, or rushed setup across platforms that all behave differently.

ISBN assignment and registration
Retail metadata and keyword setup
Platform-by-platform account and file configuration
Pricing alignment across territories and formats

Amazon KDP

Best for authors who want a fast, direct Amazon launch with print and ebook handled in one retail ecosystem.

Best use

Strong default for speed and Amazon visibility.

IngramSpark

Adds bookstore and library distribution infrastructure for authors who need broader print availability.

Best use

Useful when retail reach beyond Amazon matters.

Draft2Digital and partner stores

Extends ebook reach into Apple Books, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, and other channels without fragmenting the release process.

Best use

Supports wide digital distribution with less admin burden.

FAQ

Questions authors usually ask before they commit.

Clear answers on timeline, scope, rights, revisions, and what happens after checkout.

What platforms do you help with?

We assist with Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, Apple Books, Kobo, and other major self-publishing platforms. We recommend the best options based on your goals.

Do I need an ISBN?

For Amazon KDP ebooks, you can use their free ASIN. For print books and wider distribution, you'll need an ISBN. We can help you obtain and register ISBNs.

How do you optimize metadata for discoverability?

We research your genre's bestselling books to identify high-traffic keywords and the most effective categories. This helps readers find your book when searching on Amazon and other platforms.

Can you help with pricing strategy?

Absolutely! We analyze your genre, book length, and competition to recommend optimal pricing for both launch and long-term sales. We can also set up promotional pricing schedules.

What if I've never published before?

That's exactly what we're here for! We guide first-time authors through every step, from creating accounts to hitting publish. You'll have expert support throughout the entire process.

Next step

Choose the publishing route that matches the distribution you actually want.

If you already know you need wide distribution, move straight into the package flow. If you are unsure which channels fit your book, territory, or goals, start with a conversation first.

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