FAQs
The answers below will help guide you through my process. It’s recommended that you review this page before initiating a project.
For answers about ePubs, scroll down to the bottom!
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This comprehensive guide answers every FAQ on this page and lets you know what to expect when working with me.
Watch my video explainers
Would you rather watch video explainers instead of reading PDFs? Click the link provided to gain access to all of my book interior explainer videos.
How much do your services cost?
I offer four pricing plans to choose from.
The different pricing tiers are based on the book’s word count. The longer your book, the more hours it will take to produce.
For a comprehensive explanation of my prices, please download the guide to the right.
You can also watch this explainer video.
*Please note that eBook conversion is NOT included in these plans. Creating ePub files is a separate fee and a separate step. Scroll down to read about ePub conversion pricing.
What do you need from me to begin this process?
Great question! First, download this guide here.
Next, watch this explainer video. Click the button on the right.
How do I browse the templates?
Write me an email and you will immediately receive an access code to browse all of my custom-made templates.
You offer templates but I want a bespoke layout. Will my interior be unique?
My templates are a starting-off-point. I always incorporate fonts from each unique book cover throughout an interior, which means that two books using the same template won’t look the same. You can also tweak and customize any template.
Read more about template customizations here.
Or, watch my explainer video! Click the button to the right.
How long will this take?
I guarantee that you will receive your first draft within 10 business days. The clock starts when you send me your proofread manuscript, final template selection, and deposit.
After that, the schedule will depend on how quickly you take making your edits. Each time you send me a marked-up PDF, I need 1-3 business days to make your edits and send you a new PDF.
For thorough information about timing and rush fees, download this form.
Click the link to the right to watch an explainer video about my timing and rush fee policies.
Who edits my interior and how does that work?
You (or a hired proofreader) will need to edit your interior.
I will send you your first draft (Round 1) using the manuscript that you’ve sent over. You will markup that PDF using the sticky notes feature in Adobe Acrobat and send me back a marked-up PDF, filled with sticky note edits.
I will make those edits throughout the book and send you a new (Round 2) PDF. You’ll go through it again until YOU say that it’s 100% done and ready for the printer.
To read more about what is expected of you during the editing process, download this essential guide.
You can also watch my helpful explainer video. Click the button on the right.
Can you help me find an editor?
Yes, I have worked with plenty of developmental editors, copy editors, and editing studios over the years. I can send you a curated list of talented editors to choose from, just email me!
Manuscripts: What types of document files do you accept?
I can only work from a Microsoft Word document (.docx) or an ApplePages document (.pages).
If you’ve written your book as a GoogleDoc, please export the GoogleDoc as a Word Doc (.docx) and make sure that it looks 100% correct before sending it to me. Make sure that all of your italics and bolds are showing up properly!
Can you work from an old PDF?
Yes, I’ve done this before.
Example: You have a bestseller from 2011 that you want to re-print with a fresh, new, look, but there’s no native InDesign file to work from.
Yes, I’ve brought those types of projects back from the dead. Each project like this is different, so I’ll need to give you a unique price quote and timeline for updating old files.
First, write me for a quote:
What type of file will I receive when this is all finished?
You will receive a single-page, high-resolution PDF.
I can send it with or without page bleed according to your printer’s needs.
If requested, I will also send packaged InDesign files for you to keep.
Read more about your final, “packaged” files here:
Will you send my manuscript off to the printer?
No. I do not communicate with any printers on behalf of my clients.
Can you produce an eBook for me once the interior is finished?
Yes!
eBooks and ePubs are completed at the very end. They take about 1 week to produce.
You can also watch a video about eBooks. Click the button to the right.
How much do eBooks cost?
To create an e-Reader compatible file, I charge $1 per page.
Once again, “page” refers to the number of pages of your final, printed book, not the number of pages in your electronic WordDoc.
Should I hire INABI for my book interior?
Match made in heaven? Maybe so…maybe not! It’s all good 🙂
Read this PDF to help you decide if you want to hire me.
I walk you through this PDF in a video. Access this video by clicking the button on the right.
Have your past clients enjoyed working with you?
Yes! This is why I have so many repeat clients. You can read testimonials about working with INABI on the homepage. Scroll down.
Or, read this PDF.
How do I write a copyright page?
Everything you need to know about writing your copyright page can be found in this detailed and helpful article from the Kindlepreneur.
How do I find a printer?
The Nonfiction Authors Association has put together a comprehensive list of printers in the USA. It’s even sorted by region.
What is a Drop Cap?
Drop caps are larger capital letters that appear at the beginning of an opening paragraph, taking up two or more lines of text. Drop caps add style and grab a reader’s attention. Drop caps can be easily added to or removed from any template that you choose.