Independent publishing, thoughtfully managed

Turn your manuscript into a published book.

First Edition Studio guides independent authors through editing, design, distribution, and launch—without taking ownership of their work.

An open book representing the journey from manuscript to market

The First Edition promise

Your book. Your rights. A clear path forward.

  • 01Clear scope and milestones before work begins
  • 02Author rights and creative control stay with you
  • 03Files prepared for the platforms you choose

From draft to distribution

One publishing partner, every essential step.

Select only what you need or coordinate the entire journey. Every engagement begins with your manuscript, audience, and publishing goals.

01

Shape the manuscript

Choose proofreading, line editing, or developmental editing based on what the draft needs—not a one-size-fits-all package.

Editing · Proofreading · Editorial guidance

02

Build the book

Professional cover design, interior typesetting, and responsive ebook conversion for polished print and digital editions.

Cover design · EPUB · Print-ready PDF

03

Publish it widely

Hands-on Amazon KDP and IngramSpark setup, including metadata, upload support, ISBN guidance, and copyright registration assistance.

KDP · IngramSpark · ISBN support

04

Give the book a platform

Launch strategy, optimized listings, social media assets, an author website, and optional audiobook conversion for ACX distribution.

Author websites · Marketing · Audiobooks

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Publishing packages

A practical starting point for every manuscript.

Final quotes reflect word count, editorial condition, trim size, and selected distribution channels.

Starter

From $799

For a finished manuscript that needs a professional release.

  • Print and ebook formatting
  • KDP upload support
  • ISBN guidance
  • Preflight quality check
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Professional

From $1,899

A coordinated production package for authors building a strong launch.

  • Everything in Starter
  • Custom cover design
  • KDP and IngramSpark setup
  • Amazon listing optimization
  • Launch planning session
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Full-Service

Custom quote

End-to-end publishing support tailored to the manuscript and goals.

  • Editing plan and production management
  • Cover, print, and ebook production
  • Wide distribution setup
  • Author website or audiobook option
  • Launch support and promo kit
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Your next chapter

Bring the manuscript. We’ll map the route to market.

Tell us where your book stands and what success looks like. Your free consultation will clarify scope, timing, and the publishing support that fits.

Start My Book Journey

No pressure. No rights-grab. Just a useful first conversation.