Writing your book was the hard part. Now it's time to bring your book to life.
In the world of publishing, this means having a professional and eye-catching cover that will attract your target audience. It means having a clean and easy-to-read text layout with a typography style that matches the message of your book. It means having a book that looks and feels professionally polished from start to finish.
I am no stranger to hard work, tight deadlines, and going above and beyond to create the perfect design. I have over 15 years of experience working as a book designer professionally. I started my career after college in 2011 working for a self-publishing company formatting books and covers for paperback, hardcover, and eBooks. I then moved to work for a math company designing textbooks for publishers such as National Geographic Learning, Pearson Education, and Cengage Learning. Now, I am a full-time freelancer on Upwork.
Before I began my career in graphic design, I was an English major and worked as a tutor throughout my four years of college. My primary role was proofreading/copy editing college papers, helping to bring a more professional and polished tone to their voice. I also volunteered as an editor for the college’s newspaper. If your manuscript needs editing, I would be happy to discuss the topic of your book to see if I would be a good fit as your editor.
I have extensive experience creating tables, graphs, text boxes, and other design elements in InDesign. I am proficient in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Word. I have extensive experience with typography, image manipulation, and page layout. I am very familiar with the requirements for books being published through Ingramspark, Amazon KDP, Blurb, and many others.
I do not use any AI to design or edit, and pride myself on this artistic integrity. Your project is important to me. If you’re not happy with the design, then neither am I. From start to finish, I will work with you to create the design that you want for your book.
No matter the genre, book size, or page length – every book deserves to look amazing. Let’s get started with yours!
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Book Design
Book Cover Design
Book Cover
Editorial Design
Book Layout
Layout Design
Ebook Design
Ebook Formatting
KDP Interior
IngramSpark
Typography
Typesetting
Desktop Publishing
Copy Editing
Book Editing
Proofreading
Editing & Proofreading
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Kenneth J.
San Antonio, Texas
$15/hr
4.8
72 jobs
Don't let a bad cover or messy layout kill your book sales. You have written a great story, but in a crowded market, readers judge a book by its cover in seconds. I specialize in Graphic Design for authors, transforming manuscripts into high-converting Book Covers and flawless Layout Design that ensures your work gets noticed.
I bridge the gap between creative Cover Art Design and technical publishing. Whether you are publishing on Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, or Lulu, I ensure your files are market-ready.
My Specialized Book Services:
Bestselling Book & Ebook Design: I use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to create genre-specific covers. From bold non-fiction typography to complex Illustration for fiction, I ensure your Brand Identity stands out on the digital shelf.
Expert Typesetting & Interior: Using industry-standard Adobe InDesign, I handle headers, drop caps, and margins to create a polished Publication Design.
Print Design & Production: I manage the technical side of print, ensuring your bleed, trim, and spine width are perfect for paperback and hardcover.
Niche Expertise: I have specific workflows for Children's Book Illustration layouts, poetry, and Editorial Design for magazines or white papers.
Digital Formatting: I convert your Book into flawless EPUB files that work perfectly on Kindle and tablets.
Why Work With Me? I don't just "make things pretty." I provide design solutions that solve business problems. My Layout Design ensures readability, and my covers maximize click-through rates.
Ready to publish a bestseller? Send me a message, and let's bring your vision to life.
Book Cover
Book Design
Ebook Design
Book Cover Design
Editorial Design
Web Design
Brochure Design
Ebook Formatting
Kindle Direct Publishing
KDP Interior
Cover Art Design
Illustration
Graphic Design
Audiobook Cover Design
Album Cover Design
Layout Design
Book Layout
Book Illustration
Ebook
Magazine Layout
CJ A.
Vail, Arizona
$120/hr
4.9
117 jobs
Writing a book is an incredible accomplishment. Turning that manuscript into a professional-quality publication that readers trust is where many authors struggle.
Specialties: Amazon KDP, InDesign Book Design, Interior Formatting, Hardcover Formatting, Paperback Layout, Kindle EPUB Conversion, IngramSpark Publishing, Nonfiction Book Design, Memoir Formatting, and Professional Typesetting.
I'm a bestselling author, publishing professional, and book production specialist with more than a decade of experience helping authors transform manuscripts into polished, market-ready books. Whether you're publishing through Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, or multiple platforms, I can help you create a book that looks and feels professionally published.
I've worked with indie authors, publishers, entrepreneurs, coaches, and nonfiction experts to prepare books for publication, ensuring that every project meets industry standards while remaining visually appealing and reader-friendly.
Publishing is more than formatting files.
A professionally produced book enhances credibility, improves the reader experience, and creates a stronger foundation for long-term success.
Because I've worked as an author, editor, designer, and publishing consultant, I understand both the creative and technical sides of publishing and can guide your project from manuscript to finished book.
Whether you're publishing your first book or your fiftieth, my goal is to help you create a professional product you'll be proud to share with readers.
Let's discuss your project.
✅ Why Authors Hire Me
✔ USA Today Bestselling Author
✔ Master's Degree in Publishing
✔ Bachelor's Degree in Communication
✔ 10+ Years in the Publishing Industry
✔ 100+ Successful Upwork Projects
✔ 100% Job Success Score
✔ Top Rated Plus Freelancer
✔ Extensive Amazon KDP Experience
✔ IngramSpark & Multi-Platform Publishing Experience
✔ Professional Formatting for Print & eBook Editions
📖 Book Design & Formatting Services
I create professional interiors for:
✔ Amazon KDP Paperback
✔ Amazon KDP Hardcover
✔ Kindle eBooks
✔ EPUB Files
✔ IngramSpark Editions
✔ Large Print Editions
✔ Print-Ready PDFs
Interior Design Includes:
✔ Professional Typography
✔ Chapter Opening Pages
✔ Headers & Footers
✔ Page Numbering
✔ Table of Contents
✔ Front Matter & Back Matter
✔ Endnotes & Footnotes
✔ Pull Quotes & Callouts
✔ Charts, Graphs & Illustrations
✔ Historical Photographs
✔ Caption Formatting
✔ Image Placement & Optimization
✍️ Editorial Services
✔ Developmental Editing
✔ Line Editing
✔ Copy Editing
✔ Proofreading
✔ Manuscript Critiques
✔ Fiction Editing
✔ Nonfiction Editing
✔ Memoir Editing
✔ Self-Help & Business Books
🚀 Publishing & Launch Support
Need help navigating the publishing process?
I can assist with:
✔ Amazon KDP Uploads
✔ IngramSpark Uploads
✔ Draft2Digital Setup
✔ Metadata Optimization
✔ Keyword Research
✔ Category Selection
✔ Book Descriptions
✔ Publishing Strategy
✔ Launch Preparation
✔ Publishing Consultations
📚 Genres I Frequently Work With
✔ Nonfiction
✔ Memoir
✔ Self-Help
✔ Business
✔ Leadership
✔ Sports
✔ History
✔ Educational Books
✔ Romance
✔ Fantasy
✔ Young Adult
✔ Christian Fiction
🎯 What You Can Expect
✔ Clear Communication
✔ Fast Turnaround Times
✔ Attention to Detail
✔ Professional Design Standards
✔ Industry-Compliant Files
✔ Reader-Friendly Formatting
✔ A Collaborative, Author-First Approach
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Line Editing
Commenting
Microsoft Word
Writing
Kindle Direct Publishing
Ebook Design
Publishing Fundamentals
Creative Writing
Ebook
Ebook Writing
Jules F.
Austin, Texas
$70/hr
5.0
322 jobs
I'm an investment in getting the best results.
Let's collaborate on building what you need to clarify your offer, attract more customers, offer them a better customer experience, and get more sales.
- Get more clicks with clear and compelling calls to action
- Create a funnel that draws in your audience and sells
- Construct authentic emails that people open and read
- Seamlessly weave in SEO and content relevance like a magic trick
- Make your products and services stand out in a busy market
- Ghostwrite your full-length book/lead magnet/freebie so that it's clear, concise, and catchy
I offer you 110%, 110% of the time. Book me for your job so I can create something amazing for you!
PS. I'm happy to collaborate on a fixed rate for larger projects like writing your website, email campaign, or ghostwriting your book.
+ Hubspot certified in Content Marketing
+ Story Brand certified
Email Copywriting
Blog Writing
Content Marketing
English
Content Writing
Copywriting
Content Strategy
Book Editing
Content Creation
Book Writing
Creative Writing
Kenneth W.
Bakersfield, California
$18/hr
5.0
79 jobs
I am a meticulous, experienced, native English-speaking proofreader and editor from the United States, currently spending most of my time in the Dominican Republic. I enjoy working with texts of all types, from blog posts to grant applications to books. I can not only ensure that your texts are grammatically correct and error-free, but I can also make them come alive and sound natural, which is particularly important for texts written by non-native English speakers or those generated by AI.
English
Editing & Proofreading
Proofreading
Book Editing
Spanish to English Translation
English to Spanish Translation
Kelcie D.
Frankfort, Ohio
$17/hr
5.0
8 jobs
With over 10 years of independent digital publishing and graphic media design experience, I help independent authors and content creators turn raw manuscripts into market-ready assets. As an Upwork Rising Talent professional with a track record of five-star reviews and 100% job success, I specialize in the visual and editorial mechanics required to succeed on competitive digital shelves. I consistently prioritize exceeding client expectations and make it a professional rule to crush deadlines ahead of schedule.
In addition to my design work, I am an active content creator on Medium, having published nearly 40 articles in the last 3 months. This active volume gives me real-world insights into current audience engagement trends.
My services cover the entire lifecycle of your publication:
(1) Print & Digital Layout Design
I can help you transform your plain text files into beautifully structured, print-ready chapters with technical interior formatting, dynamic tables of contents, and seamless e-book conversion.
(2) High-Ticket Cover Art & Formatting
I will design striking, genre-specific custom and pre-made covers that are tailored to strict Amazon KDP distribution parameters. I mostly specialize in Business, Fantasy, and Romance Cover Designs.
(3) Comprehensive Editorial Management
I will provide precise, high-tier proofreading, copyediting, and structural refinement to ensure your narrative arc hooks readers on the very first page!
(4) KDP Publishing Strategy
I give real-world metadata guidance based on direct, firsthand experience launching independently published physical and digital works.
I have a proven history here on Upwork of 5-star client ratings and 100% job success. I have expert skillsets in start-to-finish self-publishing workflows, manuscript engineering, and high-conversion graphic layouts for competitive literary niches. Having over 10 years of experience within this type of work allows me to bridge the gap between compelling storytelling and striking visual aesthetics.
My work is centered around giving independent authors, business leaders, and creative publishers the premium tools they need to bypass entry-level mistakes and dominate the digital marketplaces.
I'm an active writer on Medium, where I've published nearly 40 articles over the past 3 months alone, which has helped me build an engaged digital footprint. Having navigated the start-to-finish of self-publishing frameworks with my own published non-fiction volumes, I know what it takes to configure, design, and optimize books for flawless global distribution. I've built a professional reputation that's centered on my flawless execution and high-value project delivery.
I'm highly disciplined regarding timeline structures and I thrive in isolated, highly independent remote positions, where I can take total control of asset creation and deliver value without the need for micro-management.
I welcome the opportunity to discuss how my decade of technical layout skills and editorial expertise can support your upcoming creative projects.
Let's make your creative vision my daily vocation!
Make it a great day or don't, the choice is yours!
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Book Writing
Book Review
Review or Feedback Collection
Product Review
Editing & Proofreading
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Video Game Review
Consumer Review
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Banner Ad Design
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Digital Art
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