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From £2797 illustrations included

Turn Your Children's Story into a Book They'll Treasure

What's Included: 

Story & Structure Consultation: We help refine your concept, word count, and pacing to suit your target age group.

Illustration Support: We work with trusted illustrators and will manage your brief, overseeing the process to ensure your book's artwork is cohesive and high-quality - up to 20 beautifully designed single page illustrations included. (£1797 if you have your own illustrations).

Professional Editing & Proofreading: We work with you to polish the story while keeping your unique voice intact.

Custom Cover Design: A striking cover that appeals to children and adults alike.

Interior Layout & Formatting: Professionally designed pages for a polished finish, ready for print and digital.

ISBN & Publishing Setup: We give you full guidance on registering your ISBN ready for worldwide distribution. (Alternatively you can print under our imprint - at an additional cost).

Proof Copy Review Together: You'll receive a digital proof and we'll guide you through any final adjustments before sign-off.

Bulk Printing & Ordering Guidance: Support to order copies for school visits, gift shops, and events.

Royalty & Sales Ownership: 100% of your royalties are yours - you control the price and sales channels.

OPTIONAL Add-Ons:

Marketing Boosts: Social Media Management, marketing plan & strategy (DIY), or book trailer videos are available to add.

(3 & 6 month payment plans available).

Pre-School Books (0 - 4 years)
less than 1000 words 
These books average 36 pages with lots of full-colour illustrations usually on every page (no spine needed)
These can be board books, concept books usually teaching factual information with illustrations and little text. Novelty books with pop-ups, flaps to lift, textures or buttons for sound
Early Picture Books (4 - 8 years)
between 1000 - 5000 words 
These books average 36 pages with lots of full-colour illustrations usually on every page (no spine needed)
These are usually fiction, concept, activity and novelty picture books
Chapter Books (6 - 9 years)
between 5000 - 15000 words 
These books are like short books and also often come in a series although the word counts will be higher.
These books usually contain sketches and not full colour illustrations
Serious Young Readers (9 - 12 years)
between 15000 and 40000 words 
This age group have advanced reading skills and usually want a book with a story. They can easily read books up to 30,000 words
These books have fewer or sometimes no illustrations
Young Adults (12 - 18 years)
Up to 80,000 words 
These can sometimes be divided into two age groups, which are 12 - 15 and 16 - 18. Most who read this section are actually adults.
The word count is usually between 50,000 - 80,000 words