Book Formatting for Print and eBook

Formatting examples across print and digital formats
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Turn your manuscript into a clean, professional book file.

Book formatting is about creating a clean, consistent, and professional layout for your manuscript, one that meets publishing standards and supports a smooth reading experience. Whether you're self-publishing digitally, preparing a print edition, or submitting to a press, properly formatted interior files help ensure your book reads smoothly.

Tools I work with:

  • Vellum – great for print and eBook formatting

  • Word or Google Docs – if your publisher requires editable files

  • Canva Pro – for simple handbooks, workbooks, or report-style layouts

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What’s included:

  • Interior layout for eBook and print (via Vellum, Canva Pro or Word)

  • Clean chapter structure, heading hierarchy, and page breaks

  • Consistent styles for paragraphs, quotes, lists, and headings

  • Optional front and back matter (TOC, copyright, bio, etc.)

  • Minor cleanup of typographic issues (spacing, punctuation, etc.)

Rates and turnaround

Starting price: £200+, depending on file type, length, and complexity.

My rates are guided by professional benchmarks set by the Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA) and the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP), with a modest markup to ensure sustainable pricing.

Turnaround: 1–6 weeks, depending on length and file needs

Are you:

  • Are you:

    • Uploading to KDP or IngramSpark and want to be sure your file will be accepted?

    • Struggling to get your manuscript looking consistent and readable?

    • Worrying that your layout will make a poor impression?

    If so, I can help you.

  • Are you:

    • Publishing a revised thesis or independent monograph?

    • Preparing files for a nontraditional publisher or platform?

    • Reformatting a manuscript after editing and proofreading?

    If so, I can help you.

  • Are you:

    • Getting ready to publish internal or public-facing longform content?

    • Unsure how to structure your document for print or PDF/ePub?

    • Wanting to ensure your content reflects your brand's quality?

    If so, I can help you.

Need help getting print-ready?

If your manuscript is ready to go and you want it to look as polished as it reads, professional formatting makes all the difference.