Self Publishing
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Your Story, Your Way – Self-Publishing Made Easy:
Self-Publishing Services by Top Shelf E-books:
Manuscript Formatting and Editing
How your book looks are as important as its content. At Top Shelf E-books, we provide professional manuscript formatting and editing to get your book printed to industry standards. Our skilled editors polish your manuscript for clarity, coherence, grammar, and style without losing your unique voice. After editing, we format your book for both print and digital media so that it's readable and visually appealing.
Custom Cover Design & Interior Layout
Our skilled designers create attractive, market-ready covers that engage your readers and fit your book's genre and theme. Our fully custom designs stand out on popular platforms like Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Apple Books, and Barnes & Noble Press. In addition to the cover, we create beautiful and professional interior designs for print books and eBooks.
Publishing
Publishing and distributing your book globally has never been easier. We manage ISBN allocation, metadata fine-tuning, and platform configuration so your book gets indexed correctly and can be easily discovered. If you use print-on-demand (POD) or eBook-only publishing, we get your book seen by a large base of people and increase its chances for success.
Author Branding
Our author book marketing service includes promotions on Amazon and social media, press release circulation, and strategies for launching the book to target readers. Authors also get support in establishing their own personal brand by creating author websites, social profiles, and e-mail campaigns.
Professional Self-Publishing Made Easy:
We make the self-publishing process easy, by giving authors complete control of their work while providing expert guidance at every stage. We provide a smooth journey from manuscript to marketplace. Our comprehensive services mean your book is professionally edited, stylishly designed, and widely distributed to reach readers all over the world. With our assistance, you can focus on writing, and we do the technicalities, hence making self-publishing a fun and stress-free process.
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Start your personalized publishing experience by selecting your genre:
- Biography & Memoir
- Business
- Children's
- Coloring
- Comic
- Cookbook
- Fiction
- Graphic Novel
- Journal & Workbook
- Mystery & Thriller
- Nonfiction
- Photography & Art
- Poetry
- Religious & Spiritual
- Romance
- Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Self Help
- Teen & Young Adult
- Textbook & Academic
Perks of Self-Publishing with Top Shelf E-Books:
1. Full Creative Control Over Your Book
Retain 100% Rights to Your Work
You remain the sole the owner of your book, retaining all intellectual property rights without limitations. You have no contracts with a publisher, and you can freely decide about your work.
Set Your Own Publishing Timeline
No waiting years or months for a publisher's approval. With self-publishing, you control the timeline, so you can publish at your own pace and take advantage of market trends.
Customize the Book’s Design & Layout
From cover design to interior layout, the ultimate decision for how your book will look and feel is in your hands. Our team collaborates with you to create a book that looks good and communicates your vision and genre.
Choose Your Price and Royalties
You choose the price of your book on which you want to get the best possible returns. With traditional publishing, where authors get a small percentage of royalties, self-publishing allows you to keep most of your book's profits.
Publish Across Multiple Formats
Whether you prefer eBooks, print-on-demand, or audiobooks, Top Shelf E-books publishes your book in numerous formats so that it can reach to a wider audience.
2. Global Distribution & Maximum Exposure
Print-on-Demand Services
No bulk printing investment is required. Our print-on-demand option enables customers to purchase printed versions of your book at any time, removing the upfront cost and storage concerns.
ISBN and Metadata Optimization
We assign ISBN and enhance your book's metadata (title, keywords, categories) for enhanced discoverability and ranking across online marketplaces.
Sell Directly on Your Own Website
Apart from third-party websites, we also help you create direct sales through your own website, where you get 100% of your direct sale profits.
3. Professional Support & Marketing Assistance
Professional Editing & Proofreading
Our experienced editors refine your manuscript for a polished and mistake-free finished product with better readability and credibility.
Book Marketing & Promotion
We provide Amazon promotion, social media campaign, and press release marketing services to maximize the visibility and sales of your book.
Author Branding
We assist you in developing a strong author presence through building a professional website, optimizing social profiles, and crafting your brand image.
Ongoing Support and Consultation
Even once your book is published, we offer ongoing support, directing you through the marketing plan, book revisions, and audience engagement.
Distribution partners include:
When you have questions about creating your book, our experienced Publishing Specialists are here to answer them — before, during, and after the project is completed
Your success is our top priority
"Totally recommend! BookBaby makes the publishing process easy and quick! I've really enjoyed working with them."
Makayla Runyon
Author, Blood Bound
"Totally recommend! BookBaby makes the publishing process easy and quick! I've really enjoyed working with them."
Makayla Runyon
Author, Blood Bound
"Totally recommend! BookBaby makes the publishing process easy and quick! I've really enjoyed working with them."
Makayla Runyon
Author, Blood Bound
"Totally recommend! BookBaby makes the publishing process easy and quick! I've really enjoyed working with them."
Makayla Runyon
Author, Blood Bound
Frequently asked questions:
What services do you offer to self publishing authors?
We provide a range of services including professional editing, custom cover design, interior formatting, ebook conversion, ISBN assignment, and global distribution across major retailers like Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
How much does it cost to self publish a book?
The cost of self publishing can vary widely depending on the services you need, such as editing, cover design, formatting, and marketing. BookBaby offers customizable packages to fit different budgets and needs, starting from basic formatting services to comprehensive publishing solutions.
Can you help with marketing and promoting my self published book?
Absolutely! We offer various marketing services such as press release distribution, social media promotion, author websites, and promotional materials to help you reach your target audience.
Can I publish my book on platforms like Amazon when I self publish with you?
Yes, BookBaby provides global distribution services that include major online retailers such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and others. Your book will be available in both print and ebook formats across multiple platforms.
How long does it take to self publish a book?
The timeline can vary based on the complexity of your project and the services you require. On average, the self publishing process with topshelfebook takes between 4 to 8 weeks from manuscript submission to the book being available for purchase.
