eBook Creation
Are you writing an information product? Before you take it to the printer, consider all your options!
Rather than go the traditional route and pay for printing, binding and shipping, consider our new e-book format! Once your e-book is created, you sell it over and over. This means pure profit with no ongoing hassles.
Chances are, without professional design help, you'll simply color a few lines of type, make your headlines bold, and use the default settings on your word processor.
And, while it may look like a printed page, it's really not what you had in mind.
You want your ebook to stand out.
You want it to look better than the rest out there.
You want an ebook that is professional.
You want your ebook to command the best possible price.
You want an ebook that you can be proud of.
But, even more importantly, you also ...
You want your ebook to get good reviews
You want to increase it's value
You want to reduce returns
Now, you know from the rest of my site, that I've written an ebook that will help you create a good-looking ebook. It's a good ebook - and it will help you. You also know that I've created a set of templates that will help, as well.
But maybe you don't have the time to do it yourself. Maybe you'd rather spend your time on promotion and marketing. Maybe you just don't want to do it yourself. Maybe you'd just rather let someone else take care of it.
I'm now offering information design services to authors and publishers. I use the term "information design" because the term encompasses a wide range of services - not just ebooks, but reports, help files, CD's, PowerPoint presentations, HTML, courses, software and many other kinds of distributable information. I design information - I put it in a form that's attractive, readable, professional, and appropriate.
Here's what I can do for you...
Proofreading and minor editing- I'll check your ebook for spelling and grammar errors. I'll also check it for organization and flow.
Select appropriate and pleasing typestyles- Choosing the right typestyle is much more than simply picking out one you like. I'll make sure the typestyle, size and linespacing are appropriate for your ebook, and a pleasant reading experience for your readers.
Create a unique page layout for your ebook- Each writer has a style, and each book reflects the writer as well as the subject matter. I'll design a unique page style for you that enhances and personalizes your ebook.
Page-by-page formatting with headers, page numbers, etc.- Your ebook will have the formatted using Adobe PageMaker (or using a Word template) to assure the highest quality for type, layout and graphics.
Adjust paragraph styles for easier reading and absorption- An ebook needs to be in smaller "chunks" to make reading onscreen easier. I'll break up your long paragraphs into more readable sections as needed.
Add sub-heads where needed for clarity and flow- The proper use of sub-heads will help guide your reader and emphasize important points.
Adjust page size and orientation to suit your subject matter- 8 1/2 by 11 is not the only size you can use. Many books benefit from using a smaller page size or horizontal pages rather than vertical.
Adjust your color schemes and color use- Are you using color that compliments your subject matter, or that clashes with it? Are you creating the response you want from your readers with your color choices?
Optimize and adjust graphics- Graphic formats vary in their treatment of photos and other graphics. I'll make sure your graphics are optimized for your ebook, and I'll crop and adjust photos for their best effect.
Add Table of contents, copyright pages, dedications, acknowledgements, etc.- I believe ebooks should be the equal of print books. I'll make sure your ebook has an overall "look" comparable to a print book.
Make sure all your links are formatted correctly and work properly- All links are double-checked to make sure they take the reader where you want them to go.
Compile your ebook in PDF format for distribution.- PDF is the highest quality format to use for ebooks. It also allows your ebook to be read by Mac users and increases your audience.
If you are interested in trying our eBook creation service, contact us now so that we can provide you with a quote.


