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Self-Publishing Support
Hands-on support through the self-publishing process, from final file preparation to platform setup and release.
Support through every self-publishing step.
Self-publishing support covers the practical steps between a finished manuscript and a published book: preparing files, setting up accounts and listings on chosen platforms, and coordinating the pieces so nothing gets missed. It's guidance and hands-on help through a process that has a lot of small, easy-to-overlook details.
It suits authors publishing independently for the first time, or those who've been through it before but want the process handled more efficiently.
What we can do
Platform setup guidance
Support setting up accounts and listings on your chosen publishing platforms.
File and metadata coordination
Coordinating final files, cover art, and metadata for submission.
Release checklist and timeline
A step-by-step checklist covering everything needed before launch.
Troubleshooting support
Help resolving platform errors or formatting issues during upload.
Useful if you're
- A first-time self-publishing author
- A writer overwhelmed by the number of self-publishing steps
- An author publishing across multiple platforms at once
- A writer who wants a smoother, better-organized release process
How it works
Tell us about your book
Share your book, stage, audience, timeline and the help you're looking for.
We review your goals
Our team looks at what you want to achieve and where your book is today.
We recommend the right approach
You get a clear recommendation, scope and custom quote — no obligation.
We create or execute the work
Once you approve the plan, our specialists deliver the work and keep you updated.
We review the next steps with you
We go through what was delivered and whether there's a sensible next stage.
Why Phoenix
We look at your book as a whole, not one task in isolation. The same team can connect self-publishing support with the editing, publishing, marketing or media work around it, so each piece supports the next. We explain what we recommend and why, agree the scope with you before starting, and never promise sales, rankings, coverage or reviews.
Custom packages available
Built around your project.
Every author, book, audience, timeline and goal is different. Tell us what you're trying to accomplish and we'll recommend a suitable approach.
Pricing may vary depending on
- Your book
- Manuscript length
- Number of assets
- Campaign scope
- Timeline
- Platforms
- Audience
- Geographic markets
- Level of ongoing support
- Not sure which service you need? Talk to our team.
- Need several services together? We can build a custom package.
- Need something different? Talk to our team about a custom project.
- Have a different requirement or budget in mind? Tell us about your project.
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Start with a conversation
Tell us about your book. We'll help you decide what you need.
Share your book, your goals and your timeline. Our team will review it and recommend the right services with a custom quote.