Services
Since we launched we have received a number of requests for different services.
We aren't trying to create a publishing services business, rather we are aiming to provide some very cost effective solutions for self-publishing authors, namely:
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Enhanced Listing
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First Impression
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Covers
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Blurbs, Synopsis, Press Release
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Web Page
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Web Design
All of our services have been created by an experienced self-publisher who is also a BA (Hons) Creative Writing graduate. This gives technical knowledge grounded in reality.
On this page you will find details of some Paid Services.
All of the following are aimed at being affordable and are particularly focused on self-publishers and those yet to publish.
Enhanced Listing
Whilst a Basic listing is enough for some, our Enhanced listing offers much more. Your lead book will appear on our front page and we will create an author bio where we can add links to all your titles, and other information. Then we will read your book and provide an in-depth critique/review, before interviewing you. As well as the increased exposure on the site, we will push all of these on our own channels and this gives you four news stories to talk about. It's £20 (about US$27). Just use the button.
First Impression
Upon receipt of your first three chapters we will provide a thoughtful, truthful response to your work: what’s landing well, what may need strengthening, and how the opening reads from a craft‑aware perspective. It's not full editing, it's a first impression. We'll be doing more than a Beta reader, but it's not a developmental edit, more a check that you are on track. It's £20 (about US$27). Just use the form below.
Covers
We have begun working with a great graphic designer who can work with you to create a cover for your book. Every book is different so let us know and we will pass your details on. Price variable. Just use the form below.
Blurbs, Synopsis, Press Release (and Keywords)
A Blurb is what goes on the back of your book and your Amazon listing. A Synopsis has elements of the blurb repackaged for the industry, ideal for sending to an agent. And a Press Release is your announcement to the world when the book is ready. We've priced these as low as we can. Blurbs are £15 (about US$20) A synopsis is £25 (about US$33) and a Press Release is £20 (about US$27). You will need a blurb, the others depend on what you plan to do with your book. If you choose any of these we'll suggest your Keywords for when you go live. Just use the form below.
Web Page
You might want to have your own webpage but don't know how to create one or manage it. We can supply you with a personalised page hosted on our site. This would give you a web address of
or you could make it book focused with
www.openshelf.online/booktitle
We charge a one-off fee of £40 (about US$54). It's a step up from the Author Bio page and allows you to give out a real web address to others. Just use the form below.
Web Design
We have a lot of experience in creating easy to use and manage websites built from templates. We can discuss what you need and suggest the best options, then help you develop something that looks good, and that you can manage in the future. Price variable. Just use the form below.