Book Formatter Needed (InDesign PDF + ePub for Kindle) – 97K Word Sci-Fi Novel
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Hello, I am looking for an experienced book formatter to prepare my manuscript for publication on Amazon KDP. The book is a 97,000-word sci-fi/thriller novel, currently done with the editorial phase. I need professional formatting for both print (PDF via InDesign) and eBook (reflowable ePub for Kindle). Scope of Work: 1. Print Layout (Adobe InDesign) Clean, professional interior layout Proper typography (fonts, spacing, hierarchy) Chapter formatting, headers/footers, page numbers Margins, bleed, and trim size setup (likely 6” x 9” and 8.5x11) Print-ready PDF compliant with KDP specifications 2. eBook Formatting (ePub – Reflowable) Fully responsive / fluid layout for Kindle devices Proper table of contents (linked) Clean chapter navigation Consistent styling across devices Optimized file structure (no conversion errors) Requirements: Strong experience with book formatting using Adobe InDesign Proven experience creating KDP-ready PDFs and ePub files Attention to detail (typography, spacing, readability) Ability to deliver clean, error-free files ready for upload To Apply: Please include: Samples of previous work (PDF interiors + ePub examples if available) Your process (InDesign → ePub workflow, tools used, etc.) Timeline for completion Fixed price or rate for: Print PDF formatting ePub formatting Additional Notes: This is the first book in a trilogy, so I’m looking to build a long-term relationship if the work is strong. Thank you,
- Less than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- 1-3 monthsDuration
- ExpertExperience Level
$10.00
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$35.00
Hourly- Remote Job
- Ongoing projectProject Type
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- Proposals:15 to 20
- Last viewed by client:2 weeks ago
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- United StatesMiami6:19 PM
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