THE SPOTTED FEATHER

Author Services

Wherever you are in the process,

we can help you get to the finish line.

·         Writing/ Publishing Consulting

·         Extensive Manuscript Critique

·         Developmental/Structural Editing

·         Copy Editing

·         Book Formatting

·         E-book Formatting

Writing/ Publishing Consulting ($30/hr)

Our writing consultant assists writers at any stage of the writing process to provide support at all levels of writing, including (but not limited to) brainstorming, organization, research, outlining, style, and publishing. Whether you simply have a story inside of you or have started on your writing journey, we can help you move through the process.

Your first consultation appointment is free.

Extensive Manuscript Critique ($199)

Using state-of-the-art software, we dig into your manuscript to provide you with a detailed report covering topics like passive indicators, repeat phrases, cliches, writing POV, show vs tell, generic descriptions, dialogue tags, & more.

Story Editing (Developmental/Structural) ($0.02/word)

Our editing team will read your manuscript and offer honest feedback about your storyline while also providing a detailed report of story structure and story development. They look for things like repetition, rambling, tense change, plot and character development, plot holes, etc.

Copy Editing ($0.04/word)

Our copy editor works line-by-line to strengthen your manuscript. Looking at sentence structure, verbiage, grammatical errors, and other mechanical errors will help to tighten the flow of your work.

Book Formatting ($150)

We use top-of-the-line software to format your book specifically for your preference and genre. With customizable print options, your book is guaranteed to have its own unique design that will make it stand out against cookie-cutter formatting.

E-book Formatting ($49)

Don't miss those customers that prefer their books delivered electronically! Ebook formatting means starting your sales right away.

Cover Design ($190)

Our cover design team provides eye-catching art to ensure your book stands out. Includes front cover, back cover, spine, ISBN location, & more. We ensure you love your cover by discussing your vision and then providing you with 3 cover options to choose from.

Press Release ($85)

We write your press release so you don't have to. The release can be sent to as many publications as you would like.

Graphics Package ($150)

Includes 3 graphics that can be used on your social media accounts, in an email newsletter to promote your book or any other way you’d like to use them.

Marketing ($175 & up*)

During this 1-hr consultation, we work with you to help you design a customized marketing plan. We will discuss viable options based on your skill set and specific platform and provide you with a written plan of action. You will also be scheduled with our Creative Marketing Advisor for a 1-hr consultation to discuss out-of-the-box marketing ideas. *Add services like scheduling your book tour stops, creating promotional videos and book trailers, online marketing, & more.

Website Design ($1,000)

Let us create a stunning multi-page website for your book or for you, as an author, to promote multiple books and services. With many different design options to choose from, your site can be customized to fit your personality and writing style. Promote yourself, your books, your events, etc. Includes set up and transfer of your custom domain name and site-specific email address.

(Page options include Home Page, About Page, Blog, Events Page, Contact Page, Storefront, & more)

Website Consulting ($35/hr)

Our Graphic Designer is available to conduct a health check of you current website and make any changes you many need.

·         Cover Design

·         Press Release

·         Graphics Package

·         Marketing

·         Website Design

·         Website Consulting