Book design & publishing for
nonfiction authors

Maximize your impact, income, and authority by publishing like a pro

Finishing your manuscript is only the first half of publishing.

Do you have a plan for what comes next?

Fair or not, everyone will judge it by the cover.

Missing the mark on book cover and interior design will cost you.

  • loss of book sales

  • reduced impact

  • damaged reputation and perceived credibility because of an amateur-looking book

  • frustration and lost time—dozens of hours trying to DIY

  • missing out on revenue, lead generation, speaking engagements, and other career opportunities

I know how frustrating it can be to pour everything you have into your manuscript, only to learn that…

A stellar manuscript isn’t enough to publish a successful book.

As an expert at what you do, sharing your incredibly valuable knowledge and wisdom should be enough. And certainly it takes enough time and effort to get to that point.

But the truth is that without a great cover and interior layout, your chances of success are drastically reduced.

Readers judge the quality of a book’s content by the quality of its design. Furthermore, the right design is what allows your book to instantly connect with potential readers on a subconscious level, and feel that its right for them.

I’m Rachel—book designer and champion of the entrepreneurial spirit.

I founded Printed Page Studios to help you publish like a pro, so you can:

  • walk away with a beautiful book that maximizes your impact, income, and authority

  • have a tangible legacy to be proud of for a lifetime and beyond

  • experience peace of mind as you are guided through the process by an expert

  • play a collaborative role and be heard as you work one-to-one with your designer—no middleman

  • get an expert, strategy-driven, cover-to-cover book design that sells more books and drives more engagement

  • receive full ownership of your cover design copyright and all of your design files (I bet you didn’t know that most publishers don’t give you this)

Cover Designs

Services

  • Book Cover Design

  • Book Interior Design

  • Publishing Services

Packages Comparison Table

Cover Design Interior Design Full Book Design & File Upload Bestselling Author's Complete Publishing Package
BOOK COVER
design copyright ownership and all native files transferred to you
print-ready PDF prepared for any printer of your choice
1:1 design strategy kick-off call
3 unique front cover designs
3 rounds of unlimited revisions
back cover and spine design
barcode generation
softcover + ebook versions
hardcover version add-on
audiobook cover add-on
3D mockup graphic of front cover add-on
book style guide add-on
BOOK INTERIOR
design copyright ownership and all native files transferred to you
print-ready PDF prepared for any printer of your choice
custom page design
formatting
2 rounds of revisions
ebook conversion add-on
pull quotes add-on 15 included 15 included
image insertions 2 included 5 included  5 included
other graphics just ask just ask just ask
PUBLISHING SERVICES
file upload to Amazon KDP / IngramSpark add-on add-on 
listing optimization: research-based help choosing keywords and categories, Amazon Author Central page setup add-on add-on 
feedback, suggestions, and help finalizing all supplemental materials: title and subtitle consultation, copyright page, back cover blurb, author bio, dedication acknowledgments, back matter, lead magnet
160+ point project management software template customized to your specific project plan, to track our project so no important task goes undone
vendor management and connections to award-winning editors
create your own publishing imprint
launch and marketing plan
9-12 one-on-one calls throughout our engagement
ongoing personalized support: including emails and texts
access to a facebook group of other self published authors who share tips and resources

Hear what past clients are saying…

  • I would absolutely recommend Printed Page Studios. Your straightforward approach and reliability make you an excellent partner when launching a book. There is always some hesitation when looking for freelance partners to work with on a project as expensive as launching a book. Our first meeting removed any concerns I might have had, and I knew Printed Page Studios was the right partner for me. I appreciated how simple and straightforward Printed Page Studios made the process and how everything was delivered exactly as promised. Printed Page Studios will be the first call I make when I launch my 3rd book.

    —Jeff Shannon

    Jeff Shannon Facilitation, Owner

    Author and client for “Lead Engaging Meetings”; also the author of “Hard Work Is Not Enough”

  • In the beginning (when it was finally time to choose a book cover designer and book interior designer), I narrowed it down to three choices based on recommendations, reviews, and examples of their work. Rachel was clearly the frontrunner for my project, but I initially hesitated over the pricing of the front cover design. I am so thankful I went with my intuition. In the end, it was money well spent. I could not be happier with the end results--perfection! Rachel outlined everything clearly in her contract. There were no surprises, and if we needed to make a change or add something due to unforeseen circumstances, it was discussed beforehand, and options were provided. The process took longer than expected because so many people were involved, but Rachel was always patient and never made me feel like I was asking too much or taking up too much of her time. She was always supportive and believed in my project. I would absolutely recommend Rachel's design service to anyone about to embark on a writing adventure. Her design sense and publishing knowledge are exceptional, and I could not be happier with the end result. She is a true professional. No need to look further! When we first embarked on this adventure together, Rachel spent about one hour asking me questions but mostly listening to me to get a sense of what I expected in a design. Because my book is a combination of memoir and World War II history, it was not typical of the traditional war biography or history genre. I wanted my cover to portray that feeling, and Rachel nailed it from the start.

    —Maureen Buick

    Author of “Finding Bomb Boogie”

  • "Rachel’s work was excellent. I really appreciated the way she was welcoming and responsive to our feedback. I love love love the final products! I might have to write another book so we can do this again."

    —Tisha Schuller, Founder & CEO, Adamantine Energy

    Author of Real Decarbonization

  • “Printed Page Studios is the go-to place when you are looking for a high-quality book design. Rachel helped us to figure out where we were going wrong and how to correct it. She was professional, responsive, and she got things done quickly. I totally recommend her and her company.”

    —Bob Harpole, Client Experience Manager

    Best Seller Publishing

  • “Rachel's work is outstanding. She is prompt, professional and takes great care in her work. Rachel did a great job producing designs that reflected our conversation and the vision I shared. The final product was very well done and very professional—worth the investment.”

    —Suzy S.

    author & cover design client

13+ years

designing books

9+ publishers

worked with

400+ books

designed

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The Process

1. Schedule a Call

During the discovery call, I’ll learn all about your book and your publishing goals. We’ll see if we’re a good fit to work together and what services are right for you. I’ll answer any questions you have about next steps. 

2. Strategy + Design

Every project starts by discussing your target reader, goals for publishing, and personal vision for the book. We’ll determine your design strategy, and from there I’ll design the front cover. The book interior design and layout come next, followed by finishing the full cover (back cover and spine), and ebook conversion. 

3. Refine + Publish

Once your book files are finalized, it’s time to publish! I can take care of uploading files to the printer for publishing, or I can provide you with print-ready files that are ready for upload if you plan to do it yourself.

You want to publish a book that grows your business, career, or mission.

You need book cover design, book interior design & formatting, ebook conversion, and final files set up properly for your printer. The problem is that the publishing process is complex, which makes you feel overwhelmed and confused. You probably have questions about:

  • ISBN numbers

  • what formats you should publish

  • how to find the right designer

  • when to find a designer

  • what the front cover should look like

  • what trim size your book should be

  • how to get the barcode for your back cover

  • keywords and other metadata

  • and so much more. 

Book design can make or break a book’s success, and I believe that independent authors should have access to the same high quality services as traditionally published authors. What most authors (and even book designers) don’t know is that an effective cover is about so much more than the right image and a catchy design. A book cover is a marketing tool, and it should be designed to evoke a specific emotion. Color psychology, typography, and other subconscious elements play a huge role in creating a cover that sells. 

I understand how overwhelming it can be to figure out next steps and find a designer you trust, which is why I work one-on-one with authors, offering standalone coaching, or coaching along with book design and publishing services. I take you from finished manuscript to published book.

Book design can make or break a book’s success

Here’s the overall process:

  1. Schedule a call

  2. We’ll determine a plan based on your needs

  3. I’ll design your book and you’ll be ready to publish

Schedule your call now. Stop agonizing over getting your book done and get busy maximizing your impact today.