formats. Five standard. One
Whether you already have a manuscript or only the expertise behind it, every format takes your book through to finished publication. Pick the one that matches your timeline, your goals, and the scope your book needs.
the formats Compare
Compare the scope, timeline, editorial depth, and launch support behind each format
| Publishing Partner | Serialized Book | Prime Book | Authority Edition | Icon Book | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | from $1,866/month | from $2,133/month | from $2,483/month | from $2,833/month | from $3,708/month |
| Page count | up to 350 pages | up to 150 pages (6 episodes) | up to 250 pages | up to 350 pages | up to 350 pages |
| Author sessions | 3 producer coaching sessions | 4 in-depth interviews | 15 in-depth interviews | 23 in-depth interviews | 23 in-depth interviews |
| Editing rounds | proofreading & style pass | 2 rounds per episode | 2 rounds | 4 rounds | 4 rounds |
| Design | 2 cover concepts, basic layout | 2 cover concepts, 2 revisions, full layout | 2 cover concepts, 2 revisions, full layout | premium custom cover, full layout | premium custom cover, full layout |
| Media kit | Not included | Not included | Not included | Included | Included |
| Landing page | Not included | Not included | Not included | Included | Included |
| Audiobook | Not included | Not included | Included | Included | Included |
| Launch support | Amazon publishing walkthrough | launch plan + 1 consultation | launch plan + 1 consultation | 2 months of launch support | 2 months of launch support |
| Full printer support | Not included | Not included | Included | Included | Included |
| Production timeline | Up to 3 months | 6 months | From 9 months | Up to 12 months | Up to 12 months |
You’ll find the full scope of each format below.
formats The Five
in detail
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Who it’s for
Authors who already have a complete or near-complete draft and want professional guidance, proofreading, design, and publishing support.
What’s included
- An editorial concept and structure session to clarify the core idea, identify material that weakens it, and set priorities for revision
- Three one-on-one coaching sessions with a book producer
- Two cover design concepts, refined into one final version
- Full proofreading in American, British, or Australian English, plus manuscript formatting
- Interior layout for digital and print
- Guided support through Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing, with a walkthrough or a 60-minute consultation
- Delivery in three formats: PDF, EPUB (fixed layout), and a print-ready PDF for Amazon Print-on-Demand
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Who it’s for
Experts and founders who want to publish consistently, build an audience as they go, and keep the project moving with one finished episode every month.
What’s included
- Strategic brief and editorial architecture across six episodes
- Four in-depth interviews and full transcription
- One episode delivered every month, up to 25 pages each, with two rounds of editorial refinement per episode
- Final cover design (two concepts, two revisions) and full interior layout
- Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing setup, including metadata and keywords
- Structured launch plan plus one strategic launch consultation
- Delivery in three formats: PDF, EPUB (fixed layout), and a print-ready PDF for Amazon Print-on-Demand
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Who it’s for
Experts, founders, and thought leaders ready to turn years of experience into a definitive book written and produced from start to finish.
What’s included
- Editorial concept and full manuscript architecture
- 15 in-depth interviews and full transcription
- Complete manuscript, up to 250 pages, with two rounds of editorial refinement
- Professional cover design (two concepts, two revisions) and full interior layout
- Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing setup
- One strategic article plus five social media posts to introduce the book
- Strategic launch plan and one personalized launch consultation
- Full printer support, from technical specs to ISBN guidance
- Delivery as a PDF, fixed-layout EPUB, print-ready PDF, and professionally produced audiobook
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Who it’s for
Category leaders who want their book to strengthen their positioning across media, speaking, partnerships, and client acquisition long after launch.
What’s included
- Editorial concept and full manuscript architecture
- 23 in-depth interviews and full transcription
- Complete manuscript, up to 350 pages, with four rounds of editorial refinement
- Premium custom cover design and full interior layout
- Professional media kit — bio, key theses, quotes, and press materials
- Custom landing page, copywritten and designed from scratch
- Full marketing strategy for launch and positioning
- Two months of launch support after publication
- Full printer support, from technical specs to ISBN guidance
- Delivery as a PDF, fixed-layout EPUB, print-ready PDF, and professionally produced audiobook
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Who it’s for
Visionary leaders who want everything in the Authority Edition, plus an interactive content ecosystem built around one flagship book.
The result is not only a publication, but a long-term platform for programs, talks, learning experiences, and brand growth.
What’s included
- Editorial concept and full manuscript architecture
- 23 in-depth interviews and full transcription
- Complete manuscript, up to 350 pages, with four rounds of editorial refinement
- Up to 10 interactive materials — video modules, interviews, exercises, checklists, and workbooks
- Premium custom cover design and full interior layout
- Professional media kit — bio, key theses, quotes, and press materials
- Custom landing page, copywritten and designed from scratch
- Marketing strategy for launch and positioning
- Two months of launch support after publication
- Full printer support, from technical specs to ISBN guidance
- Delivery as a PDF, fixed-layout EPUB, print-ready PDF, and professionally produced audiobook
which format fits? Still deciding
Start with a two-week Discovery Sprint.
In 14 days you get a working title with reasoning, the full structure of your book, a one-page synopsis, and a sample chapter written in your future book’s style. If you continue with us, the Sprint becomes the foundation. If your path changes, the results are yours to keep and pitch to any publisher.
$1,500 · 14 days · clarity before a full-book commitment.
about pricing and formats Questions
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Formats run from $1,866 a month for Publishing Partner to $3,708 a month for Icon Book. Each listed price covers the scope described for that format. Optional add-ons or work outside that scope are always discussed and approved separately.
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Payment is divided into scheduled installments tied to the production process. The exact schedule is confirmed before the project begins.
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Each format includes a maximum manuscript length. If the approved scope changes during production, we discuss the available options and any additional cost before continuing.
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Every format includes a fixed-layout EPUB. A reflowable EPUB, which adapts to different screen sizes and reader settings, is available as a paid add-on.
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Take the two-minute assessment if you are still testing whether your idea is ready. Choose the Discovery Sprint if you already have a serious book idea but need the title, structure, synopsis, and sample chapter before committing to a full format.
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