Professional Publishing Support—Without Giving Up Control
Already planning to self-publish? You don’t have to do everything yourself.
Purple Diamond Press offers professional à la carte services for independent authors who need expert support with book design, formatting, digital conversion, publishing setup, marketing materials, websites, and more.
Choose only the services you need while remaining in control of your book and your publishing journey.
Already looking for a publishing partner instead?
Publishing Independently Doesn’t Mean Doing It Alone
There are many reasons an author may choose to publish independently. You may already own your ISBNs, have your own publishing company, want to manage your own distribution, or simply need help completing a specific part of your book.
That’s where we come in.
Purple Diamond Press brings professional publishing and design experience to independent projects without requiring you to publish under our imprint.
Whether you need one service or support preparing your entire book for publication, we’ll help you create professional, distribution-ready files and materials.
Choose the Support You Need
Every publishing journey is different. Select the professional services that fit your project, whether you need help preparing a single file, completing your book for publication, strengthening your marketing materials, or building your author platform.
Choose one service or combine several based on your goals, timeline, and budget.
Author Services
Professional services to help bring your book to life
Access to Vetted Illustrators
Browse a curated selection of experienced illustrators and connect directly with professionals who fit your project, style, and budget. Curated Publishing Co. makes it easier to find qualified creatives without sorting through hundreds of unverified portfolios.
Fee:
$29.99/month
Timeline:
Immediate Access
What's Included:
- Vetted illustrator profiles
- Portfolio and style review
- Illustrator specialties and experience
- Direct contact with selected professionals
- Multiple illustration styles and budget ranges
Children’s Picture Book Layout
Turn your completed illustrations and manuscript into a professionally designed picture book interior. We arrange text and artwork carefully across each spread while preparing the book to meet print-production specifications.
Fee:
Starting at $599
Timeline:
7-10 business days
What's Included:
- Custom page and spread layout
- Text placement
- Illustration positioning
- Trim and bleed setup
- Print-ready PDF
- One revision round
Book Formatting
Give your manuscript a polished, professional interior that is ready for publication. We format your book for readability, consistency, and the technical requirements of print publishing platforms. *additional fee may apply depending on page number
Fee:
Starting at $649
Timeline:
1 week
What's Included:
- Professional interior layout
- Typography and paragraph styling
- Chapter headers
- Page numbering
- Margin and trim setup
- Print-ready PDF
- One revision round
eBook Conversion
Transform your completed book into a properly formatted digital edition for eBook retailers and reading devices. We prepare your file for a clean, functional reading experience across compatible platforms.
Fee:
Starting at $199
Timeline:
5–7 business days
What's Included:
- EPUB conversion
- Navigation setup
- Table of contents where applicable
- Digital formatting
- File quality review
- Final EPUB file
Print-Ready Cover Setup
Already have your cover artwork but need it prepared correctly for printing? We turn your existing front and back cover elements into a complete print-ready cover file based on your book’s specifications.
Fee:
Starting at $229
Timeline:
5–7 business days
What's Included:
- Front, spine and back cover setup
- Correct trim dimensions
- Spine width calculation
- Bleed setup
- Barcode placement
- Print-ready PDF
- One revision round
Metadata, BISAC & Keywords
Strong metadata helps retailers, distributors, libraries, and readers understand where your book belongs and who it is intended for. We help position your title with appropriate categories, keywords, and book information for greater discoverability.
Fee:
$199
Timeline:
5–7 business days
What's Included:
- BISAC category recommendations
- Keyword development
- Audience positioning
- Metadata review
- Book description review
- Discoverability recommendations
Publishing Platform Setup
Publishing platforms can be overwhelming when you are uploading a book for the first time. We help you prepare and enter the necessary book information through your own publishing account while you retain full ownership and control.
Fee:
Starting at $199 per platform
Timeline:
5–7 business days
What's Included:
- Publishing setup guidance
- File upload assistance
- Metadata entry assistance
- Pricing setup guidance
- Edition information review
- Pre-publication checks
Author or Book One-Sheet
Present your book professionally to bookstores, schools, libraries, media contacts, event organizers, and potential partners. Your one-sheet brings the most important sales and marketing information together in one polished document.
Fee:
$195
Timeline:
5–7 business days
What's Included:
- Professional one-page design
- Book cover placement
- Book description
- Author information
- ISBN and publication details
- Reviews or awards
- Purchase information
- Print-ready PDF
Book Landing Page
Give your book its own dedicated online destination where readers can learn more and take action. We design a professional, mobile-responsive landing page that highlights the title, author, reviews, purchase options, and key selling points.
Fee:
Starting at $650
Timeline:
1 week
What's Included:
- Custom responsive design
- Book overview
- Cover imagery
- Author section
- Reviews and awards
- Purchase links
- Calls to action
- Basic SEO setup
- Mobile optimization
Author Website Design
Build a professional online home for your books, author brand, speaking opportunities, school visits, and reader community. Your website is designed specifically around the needs of authors rather than using a generic business website structure.
Fee:
Starting at $2400
Timeline:
2-3 weeks
What's Included:
- Custom website design
- Home page
- Author biography
- Books section
- Contact page
- Purchase links
- Email signup integration
- Responsive design
- Basic SEO setup
- Mobile optimization
Please note: Listed timelines begin on the project’s scheduled start date, not the date of purchase or inquiry. Each project will be assigned a start date based on our current production calendar and availability. Your confirmed start date will be provided in advance, and the estimated completion timeline will begin from that date.