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Compare packages for fantasy, poetry, romance, and more to turn manuscripts into print.

An imposing, leather-bound dark fantasy tome standing upright on a polished black stone surface, its cover embossed with intricate silver filigree and a subtle, shadowy sigil at the center. Fine wisps of mist curl around its base, hinting at mystery without revealing anything overtly sinister. Behind it, rows of neatly arranged, differently colored hardbacks recede into a soft, photographic blur, suggesting a vast catalog. A single brass desk lamp outside the frame casts a focused, warm beam, creating dramatic side lighting and long, moody shadows across the stone. Shot from a slightly low angle for a cinematic effect, the composition feels bold and atmospheric while remaining professional, evoking the allure and depth of dark fantasy publishing.
A delicate stack of poetry chapbooks fanned out on a light oak tabletop, each with a different pastel-colored, textured paper cover printed with minimal, elegant typography. One chapbook lies open to reveal narrow, carefully spaced lines of verse on soft white pages, the ink appearing deep charcoal rather than stark black. A thin ribbon bookmark peeks from the center. The scene is bathed in gentle morning light from the side, creating soft highlights on the paper grain and faint shadows along the edges. In the softly blurred background, a tidy row of organized stationery—archival boxes, a metal ruler, and a stapled proof—suggests a small, meticulous press. Captured from a top-down perspective, the photographic image feels intimate, calm, and literary.

Services

From genre-sensitive editing and typesetting to cover art, ebook conversion, and print runs, we tailor every step of production for fantasy, dark fantasy, romance, poetry, comedy, and drama so your book feels true to its world.

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Pricing

Starter Print

Starter Ebook Spellbook: Ideal for first-time fantasy, dark fantasy, or poetry authors testing the waters.
• Editing & basic layout: $150–$350 per project (up to 40k words)
• Ebook formatting (EPUB/PDF): $80–$150
• ISBN registration (optional): $30–$60
• Total typical starter package: $260–$560
No print run included—perfect if you want to publish digitally first and upgrade later.

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✓ Copyedit

✓ Basic layout

✓ ISBN setup

✓ Author proofs

Pro Author

Standard Print Grimoire: For writers ready to hold their worlds in their hands.
• Comprehensive edit & proof: $350–$900 (length and complexity dependent)
• Interior print layout & cover design: $180–$450
• Print-on-demand setup: $70–$150
• Sample print run: from $3.00–$5.50 per copy (5″x8″–6″x9″, b/w, 150–300 pages, min. 25 copies)
• Typical all‑in range for most novels: $650–$1,700, depending on word count, artwork, and print specs.

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✓ Deep edit

✓ Custom cover

✓ Genre marketing

✓ Priority support

Mythic Edition

Deluxe Collector’s Tome: For epic series, illustrated worlds, and special editions.
• Developmental editing & line editing bundle: $900–$2,400
• Premium cover art & interior illustrations: $300–$1,200
• Advanced layout (maps, ornaments, bonus content): $250–$700
• Special print options (hardcover, foil, color pages): $6.50–$18.00 per copy (min. 50 copies)
• Typical full deluxe release: $1,800–$4,500+
We provide a detailed quote and payment schedule before any work begins so you can budget with confidence.

Book consult

✓ Ghostwriting

✓ Series planning

✓ Global distribution

✓ Launch campaign

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