Self-Publishing Support for Indie Authors
Helping Authors Every Step of the Way
Technica is passionate about creating a positive experience for all authors during each step of the writing and publishing process. We offer a full range of publishing services, from developmental editing through publication, including copyediting, interior page design, cover design, proofreading, both print and eBook deliverables, as well as marketing strategies for your published work.
Our thoughtful and experienced editors are individually assigned to meet your needs. We offer respectful, constructive critiques, designed to bring your work to the next level. The road to publication can be daunting, so we aim to make it as easy and streamlined as possible. It is our goal to guide you through the complete publication process. We always keep the “big picture” in mind to deliver your project on time, according to the requested style and submission requirements, and in your own unique voice.
If you need help getting your manuscript ready for submission to a publisher, or are publishing independently, consider partnering with Technica.
Unlock your book’s potential with our comprehensive services.
Everything you need is all in one place:
Book Editing
Our team of US-based copyeditors provides the full range of copyediting services, offering everything from a light clean-up to a thorough rewrite.
- Basic copyediting – We will correct grammar, spelling errors, inconsistencies in word variations and active/passive voice, and fundamental syntax errors with adherence to style guide standards.
- Intermediate copyediting – In addition to basic copyediting, we will verify and improve the language and suggest improvements, while maintaining the author’s voice.
- Extensive editing/developmental editing – In addition to basic- and intermediate-level edits, we will address the content and structure of a project to improve the clarity, structure, and readability of your work.
eBook Publishing
Our file conversion professionals will convert your digital document to the highest quality so that it’s enjoyable on Amazon Kindle, Apple iPad, Barnes & Noble Nook, smartphones, tablets, and every popular eBook reader around the globe.
Cover Design
A book cover designer plays a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity of a book and contributing to its success. At Technica, our book cover designers can help you:
- Visualize your concept.
- Stay within your budget by providing various options, including updating or revamping a cover you created, working with you to choose an appropriate stock photo, or creating a full graphic illustration for your cover.
- Build the back cover — author biography and descriptive synopsis — whether it be author-created or we write the components for you.
- Understand the principles of layout, typography, and color, ensuring that the cover not only looks professional but also adheres to industry standards of print and digital mediums and that it will display correctly whether an eBook, hard or softcover, or thumbnail on your website.
- Design a cover that visually communicates your book and that you are happy with it.
Interior Design & Formatting
Our team of experienced editors and designers at Technica can help! Here are 3 important elements of interior book design:
- Typography: Choosing the right font, size, and spacing for the text can greatly impact the readability and overall feel of a book. Our experienced designer will consider the tone of the writing and the target audience when selecting typography.
- Layout: We consider elements such as margins, spacing, and chapter openings and headings to create a visually appealing and easy-to-read design.
- Graphics: The use of graphics, such as images, charts, and illustrations, can greatly enhance the visual appeal of a book’s interior pages. Our designers will consider the style and tone of the graphics to create a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing design. Additionally, graphics can be created or re-drawn, or we can help you find stock photos and illustrations.
Platform Upload Assistance
- We can help you choose a platform (Lulu, Barnes & Noble, Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Apple Books, etc.) and upload your files for print and e-book publication.
- If needed, we can re-format your Word or PDF file to match a specific trim size for any platform.
Marketing & Web Design
Our marketing experts can help you craft a compelling message and marketing strategy to help sell your book. From stunning websites, to sell sheets, ARC reviews, social media profile setup, promotional material, book trailers, and more, Technica’s marketing team has got you covered.
We help your work stand out, representing your hard work through appealing visual publication mediums.
Book Editing
Our team of US-based copyeditors provides the full range of copyediting services, offering everything from a light clean-up to a thorough rewrite.
- Basic copyediting – We will correct grammar, spelling errors, inconsistencies in word variations and active/passive voice, and fundamental syntax errors with adherence to style guide standards.
- Intermediate copyediting – In addition to basic copyediting, we will verify and improve the language and suggest improvements, while maintaining the author’s voice.
- Extensive editing/developmental editing – In addition to basic- and intermediate-level edits, we will address the content and structure of a project to improve the clarity, structure, and readability of your work.
eBook Publishing
Our file conversion professionals will convert your digital document to the highest quality so that it’s enjoyable on Amazon Kindle, Apple iPad, Barnes & Noble Nook, smartphones, tablets, and every popular eBook reader around the globe.
Cover Design
A book cover designer plays a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity of a book and contributing to its success. At Technica, our book cover designers can help you:
- Visualize your concept.
- Stay within your budget by providing various options, including updating or revamping a cover you created, working with you to choose an appropriate stock photo, or creating a full graphic illustration for your cover.
- Build the back cover — author biography and descriptive synopsis — whether it be author-created or we write the components for you.
- Understand the principles of layout, typography, and color, ensuring that the cover not only looks professional but also adheres to industry standards of print and digital mediums and that it will display correctly whether an eBook, hard or softcover, or thumbnail on your website.
- Design a cover that visually communicates your book and that you are happy with it.
Interior Design & Formatting
Our team of experienced editors and designers at Technica can help! Here are 3 important elements of interior book design:
- Typography: Choosing the right font, size, and spacing for the text can greatly impact the readability and overall feel of a book. Our experienced designer will consider the tone of the writing and the target audience when selecting typography.
- Layout: We consider elements such as margins, spacing, and chapter openings and headings to create a visually appealing and easy-to-read design.
- Graphics: The use of graphics, such as images, charts, and illustrations, can greatly enhance the visual appeal of a book’s interior pages. Our designers will consider the style and tone of the graphics to create a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing design. Additionally, graphics can be created or re-drawn, or we can help you find stock photos and illustrations.
Platform Upload Assistance
- We can help you choose a platform (Lulu, Barnes & Noble, Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Apple Books, etc.) and upload your files for print and e-book publication.
- If needed, we can re-format your Word or PDF file to match a specific trim size for any platform.
Marketing & Web Design
Our marketing experts can help you craft a compelling message and marketing strategy to help sell your book. From stunning websites, to sell sheets, ARC reviews, social media profile setup, promotional material, book trailers, and more, Technica’s marketing team has got you covered.
We help your work stand out, representing your hard work through appealing visual publication mediums.
Need Help Getting Started?
Consultation is free. Our experienced project editors will help you put together your self-publishing package. We’re always happy to hop on a call to answer a question or have a chat!
A’ La Carte Publishing Services
Editing
Basic Copyediting
$40 per 1000 words
Correct grammar, spelling errors, inconsistencies in word variations and active/passive voice, and fundamental syntax errors with adherence to style guide standards.
Intermediate Copyediting
$50 per 1000 words
Provide basic-level edits plus verify and improve the language and suggest improvements while maintaining the author’s voice.
Advanced Copyediting
$65 per 1000 words
In addition to checking for basic and intermediate edits, Technica will determine and address issues of organizational weakness, redundancy, wordiness, and overall sentence style.
Marketing
Marketing Services Start At $250
Social Media: Profile setup and graphic creation
Book Reviews: Professionally written book reviews. All reviews can be posted to Amazon, used on your website, and for social media
Book Trailer: A 60-second book trailer that includes text on screen, high-quality music, and high-quality images
Marketing Collateral: Bookmarks, postcards, and business cards
Inside Peek: Inside peek for Amazon KDP
Electronic Sell Sheet: Description of your book including any pertinent information for booksellers
Press Release
QR Codes
Author Website: 3-page author website:
- Acquire the domain
- Choose from a menu of prebuilt templates (mix and matching of template elements is allowed). Each site includes a gallery and contact form
- SSL certificate
- SEO optimized for organic search performance
- Images optimized for speed and SEO
- Friendly user interface for easy updates by author
- Backups of your site are scheduled weekly to an offsite server for redundancy
- Google analytics included
Design
Make sure your visuals stand up to the quality of your content. Technica staff and designers will review your manuscript and work with you to ensure that a book or publication presents its contents in an engaging, contemporary, and professional manner — focusing both on a design aesthetic as well as on the most effective presentation of key information for readers. We can accommodate your existing style and preferences, help with a redesign, or create a design from scratch.
Cover Design starting at $499
Interior Book Design starting at $599
Art Services: Technica will work with you to ensure the highest quality graphics are prepared and ready for publication. Technica can create, redraw, relabel, or adapt figures as needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is print on demand?
Print on demand (POD) is a way to publish books where copies are only printed and shipped when someone purchases them. Instead of printing hundreds of books at once, copies are made one by one (or in any number) as needed. This is an efficient way for authors who self-publish (or any small publisher) to manage the high costs of bulk printing, book warehousing (even if that turns out to be your garage), and the waste and cost of retrieving, storing, or disposing of unsold copies. POD is a great option for authors who want to share their stories without breaking the bank.
How much does print on demand cost?
The cost of print on demand (POD) will vary depending upon such factors as trim size (the final dimensions of your book), the actual number of print pages in your book, the weight and quality of the paper you select, and the type of binding you select (hardcover, paperback, etc.). Generally, prices can range from around $5 to $25 per paperback copy. This price typically includes printing and binding (shipping costs are paid by the buyer). It’s important to do some research and compare different POD companies to find the best option for your book project and budget, to ensure it’s the right choice for you.
How do I upload my book to a print on demand website?
Most print on demand (POD) platforms (Lulu, Amazon, IngramSpark, for example) have fairly straightforward instructions on how to upload your book project. Nearly all will require print-ready PDF files of your interior book pages and your cover spread.
Can Technica help me upload my book to Lulu.com or Amazon?
Absolutely. If you have any questions or problems before or during upload, feel free to reach out to us at info@technicaeditorial.com. One of our experienced editors will be happy to chat with you and resolve your problem.
What is page formatting?
Page formatting refers to the way that pages of a book are designed and presented in print. This includes the type area on a page, the type font (or fonts) that is (or are) used, the size of the type, the spacing between the words and lines of text on the page, and if there are any images or colors added. Formatting also considers design elements such as the alignment of text and images on a page (for example, photos, graphics, or tables). When you format a page, the goal is to make it easier for people to read and understand the information you are sharing. This can help make your work look more professional and polished. It’s important to have a clean layout so that the reader can focus on the content without getting distracted by clutter.
Should I pay to have my cover designed professionally?
If you want your book to stand out and attract readers, hiring a professional to design your book’s cover is certainly worth considering. A professional designer can create a visually appealing cover that will help your book make a great first impression. While there is a cost involved, the investment may pay off in increased sales and visibility. Consider your budget and goals before making a decision, and ask to see samples of any designer’s work before you commit to them.
What services does Technica Editorial offer?
Our services range from soup to nuts! From manuscript evaluation and peer review office management to various levels of editing, page layout, and cover design, typesetting/composition, and final deliverables for journals, books, and magazines. We can also help with print and print-on-demand options.
What are your areas of expertise?
We can help you create an original work or assist you in revising and refining an existing project. Our depth of knowledge spans multiple disciplines – including STEM and medical research, environmental sciences, finance and economics, accounting, education, musicology, fiction, and poetry.
How will we communicate on a project?
We value our partnerships with our authors and know that the success of your books depends upon our relationship with you. We take customer service seriously. We assign a team member to work directly with you. We will work with you on the phone or through email – whatever your preferred style of communication is.
What is the difference between a copyedit and a proofread?
Copyediting takes place early in the publishing process, it is the first stage in the editorial production process. Once the file is copyedited, it will be returned to you for review and any additional comments or changes. The proofread, a final review for any remaining glitches or inconsistencies, takes place once the manuscript has been typeset.
What is a print ready file?
A print-ready file is a PDF that meets all of the industry criteria to successfully print your project.
Why Choose Technica
Technica Editorial project editors and designers will review a manuscript and work with authors to ensure that a book or publication presents its contents in an engaging, contemporary, and professional manner, focusing both on a design aesthetic and the most effective presentation of key information for readers. This strategy means Technica is uniquely positioned to identify opportunities to improve and streamline your workflow. Not only do we offer amazing project editors, but we also aim to educate our authors about the publication and marketing process. With Technica, you get a real partner.
Skilled + Passionate + Innovative editors = An elevated publishing experience!
Testimonials
Working with Technica was fantastic. They were wonderfully responsive to my questions throughout the editing of the book. They were so supportive, and I’m grateful that I had the pleasure of working with them on publishing my first book!
My experience with Technica’s editorial and production team has been exceptional. Everyone on the Technica team was very helpful, professional, creative, and accurate. The quality of the results has been better than expected. I would highly recommend Technica to any author who is planning to publish a book.
Technica Editorial Service worked intimately with us to publish our first book,Becoming Optimal You. From editing, cover design and book formatting, they helped us release a product that far exceeds our expectations. Most importantly, it exceeded the expectations of our clients and readers. Technica will continue to be our go-to professionals for all our publishing needs.
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