Services Directory
Just like the Bookshelf this database is fueled directly by creatives. Every person is on an equal footing, with all services being displayed randomly within their category, ensuring everyone gets a fair chance to shine.
Here we list cover artists, editors, proofreaders, layout and typesetting specialists, as well as indie publishers!
This directory is for all authors as a one-stop resource to help them on their publishing journey!
Lea Love
- Services Offered: Audiobook Narrator
I am a highly trained actress with stage, screen, and audio experience (over 30 years). I am able to bring a punchiness to your book with dimension of characters and voices to make your project really stand out!
My hourly wage is based on finished work (ex. if your project is only one hour long then you only pay for one hour of service). This does include audio editing.
Dophny
- Services Offered: Cover Artist, Illustrator
I create digital illustrations for both book covers that grab attention and character art that captures the essence of your heroes and villains.
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Ally Kelly
- Services Offered: Formatting
Have a book you’re looking to have formatted before publishing, but don’t have the software (or time)? Let me help you! Using a Mac software called Vellum, I can format your book in both eBook and print format. Vellum offers multiple styles to choose from, with different fonts, chapter heading styles, and even custom image options for chapter headings. eBook files are available in standard ePub platforms such as Kindle, Kobo, etc, and paperback files are generated into a PDF.
I have experience with formatting the Worldsmyths (http://worldsmyths.com) books, and am hoping to get more experience formatting books for others. There are more details about what Vellum has for features with screenshots on the linked website, and about how the process of formatting your book will go.
Rainbow Quill Editing
- Services Offered: Editor, Line Editor
Since 2020, Mel (she/her & ve/vir) has been helping queer, disabled, and otherwise marginalized authors make their writing the best it can be. Her specialty is using a combination of line and copy editing to polish and refine her client’s manuscript without compromising their unique narrative voice. While ve is versatile enough for any genre, ve’s most experienced in urban fantasy, why choose, and paranormal/monster romance. With flexible payment plans and optional real-time meetings, Mel meets indie authors where they are and works closely with them to make their work shine.
Renaissan Publishing Ltd
- Services Offered: Beta Reader, Formatting, Proofreader
Beta Reading: When you choose my beta reading services, you’re not just receiving a report; you’re gaining a trusted partner in your writing journey. I’m passionate about fostering literary excellence and helping authors like you reach their full potential. I’m committed to supporting your creative vision and providing the guidance you need to make your book shine.
Proofreading: Every word matters, and I understand the importance of error-free writing. I will meticulously scan your document, leaving no stone unturned. Say goodbye to spelling mistakes, grammar errors, and typos that can detract from the brilliance of your work. I will ensure that your manuscript shines with flawless language and impeccable clarity.
Book Formatting (Fiction only):
Erica Damon
- Services Offered: Developmental Editor
I offer 2 levels of editing : a ‘Basic’ single-pass option for writers on a budget of both time and money. I will read through your MS, light it up like a Christmas tree with comments and chapter notes throughout, and when finished hand it back to you to continue at your own pace. Level 2 is ‘Glove service’ after the first pass you can replay to my notes and ask question about your fixes and I will go back in and give it another read to help you be sure you are moving in the right direction. It will no longer be a one on one battle with your MS, we can tag-team it into submission.
Beyond those edits I also offer ‘Scene Savers’ where we can work together on certain scenes in GDocs at the same time and really get into what works and what doesn’t This is an hourly-charged service and can be a great addition to a Basic edit for writers that don’t require a full second pass.
Examples of work:
Hyper Nostalgia Development Editing
- Services Offered: Alpha Reader, Developmental Editor
Let’s bring this story to the next level! As your Dev-Editor, my job is to read your rough, first, or second draft and provide detailed, in-depth feedback in a timely manner. Once your work is in my hands, it becomes my full-time job to read and review as quickly as I can without sacrificing quality or depth – all so you can get back on the road to publication.
Freya Victoria
- Services Offered: Audiobook Narrator
Hi! I’m Freya! I started narrating audiobooks and podcasting a little over a year and a half ago. I am absolutely passionate about bringing stories to life (including writing my own book currently) and have a special love for fantasy, romance, and YA dystopian, although I do narrate a little of everything.
I believe communication is one of the most important things on any project and like to make myself available to authors. You can reach me on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok @freya.victoria.narrates or via email freya@freyavictoria.com
I have a special spot in my heart for self and indie published authors and have narrated over 80 books for Audible and 20 more for my daily fiction podcast I host as Bree Carlile (which is also the name I use to narrate non-fiction).
Christian Francis
- Services Offered: Cover Artist, Layout and Typesetting
With over two decades of design experience, Christian has created hundreds of book covers, posters and key art images as well as formatted layout and typeset for both print and digital.
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Julia Slack
- Services Offered: Line Editor, Proofreader
I’m beyond excited to offer a copy editing and proofreading service for your manuscript. I’ve been an English teacher for 26 years, working in multinationals, Penguin Random House and Ramon Llull University. Now I’ve combined my love of reading with a pedantic, eagle-eyed need to have everything just so.
Copy editing is the stage after developmental editing. It focuses on the mechanics of your story, typos, grammar, punctuation, capitalisation, spelling and syntax (sentence structure). I will also check style, language and readability, flagging repetitive words, phrases, inconsistencies in descriptions, names, etc. (for example, if your main character has brown eyes in one chapter and blue in another). I’ll check your manuscript line by line, paying attention to syntax, word choice, flow and consistency.
Proofreading is the final step before publishing. Even after the previous stages and reading it countless times, pesky errors often remain. As an author, I understand and value the importance of having the best possible version when publishing or submitting to agents.
I will NOT provide the following:
- Suggest changes to the storyline.
- Reduce or restructure the text.
I use Microsoft Word and will provide the following;
- Tracked changes document.
- clean copy document with all accepted changes
Contact me, and I’ll help you whip your book into shape!
Hooked On Words Editorial Services
- Services Offered: Alpha Reader, Arc Readers, Beta Reader, Developmental Editor, Editor, Line Editor, Proofreader
My name is April, and I love reading and writing YA fantasy novels, but I read in different genres as well. I love any fantasy books, but especially those inspired by fairytales or Greek mythology, but I also love a good thriller or a dark or cheeky romance (and my YA stories always have some kind of romance within them). Editing and rewriting my projects is probably my favourite part of the process! I’ve been writing for about eleven years now, since I was fifteen, when I was in love with writing stories on the well-known website, Wattpad.
Since then I’ve written four novels, and I have a degree in Creative Writing. Formerly, I was the Head of Literature for a charity that offers multiple services for young people. My role was to organise writing workshops, a book club, book tour and a blog, among many other things. I also edited many projects for the young people associated with the charity, and this is what inspired me to begin my own freelance editing company! I’m open to different genres and types of writing! I’ve worked on short play scripts in the past, as well as many personal Christian memoirs and a few romance novels based in India. I’ve worked on YA fantasy books, and also some contemporary books, some sci fi books, and I have also worked with a couple of small publishers, helping some of their clients. I love a bit of variety!
The types of genres I really love to edit and have the most experience with:
-Both fantasy and contemporary genres for YA audiences.
-Adult fantasy genres.
-Romance genres for any audience. This includes romance within fantasy stories, eg Sarah J Maas’ style books.
Autobiographies.
Get in touch for a free sample edit!
Kaelin B., The Abstract Voyager
- Services Offered: Illustrator
Hey there, Voyager! My name is Kaelin and I’m an abstract artist and book box swag graphic designer. My specialty is creating quills for your book as well as creating products for PR or exclusive box sets for readers!
I create abstract paintings of quills for your upcoming or newly released books! These quills are an opportunity for you to memorialize your hard work and add some decor to your desired space!
Along with abstract acrylic paintings, I also work with you to build your book boxes. My products are the perfect addition to your book when sending out ARC reads or thank you’s to your Betas. We can even work together to create exclusive boxes for you to sell on your own. I have had my bookmarks featured in 2 book boxes so far (images will be updated on my website shortly)! I offer bookmarks, stickers, and journals.
I know being an indie author can come with its own set of challenges, but having an opportunity to market yourself shouldn’t be one of them. I offer competitive pricing for bulk orders and have great communication skills when it comes to visualizing the designs you want!
Thank you so much for reading this far, I’m thrilled to have been welcomed into this space! I look forward to working with you soon!
Be a legend. Be a Voyager!
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