Publishing Support for Authors and Purpose-Driven Creators
Bring your work to market with clarity, structure, and professional guidance. SDC Compass Publishing LLC provides practical publishing support for selected projects, including readiness review, design guidance, formatting, metadata development, and platform setup assistance. Our packages are structured to help authors retain ownership, maintain control of their publishing accounts, and receive platform payments directly.
Publishing Packages
Practical publishing support for authors and purpose-driven creators
preparing to bring clear, meaningful work to market.
SDC Compass Publishing LLC provides guidance, production support, and platform setup assistance for selected projects. Standard packages are designed to help authors retain ownership, maintain control of their publishing accounts, and receive platform payments directly.
Publishing Readiness Review
$297
Included Services
60-minute virtual consultation
Project and manuscript-status review
Format and platform recommendations
ISBN and distribution guidance
Cover concept guidance
Next-step roadmap
Standard Publishing Support
Starting at $1,500
Included Services
Project-readiness review
Paperback interior formatting
Metadata development
Eligible print-distribution setup
Proof-review support
Author-Ready
Publishing Support
Starting at $2,500
Included Services
Manuscript-readiness assessment
Paperback interior formatting
Minimalist custom cover design
Metadata development
ISBN acquisition assistance
Eligible distribution setup
Proof review and final files
Optional Add-Ons
Additional services may be added based on the project’s format, scope, and publishing goals.
Final pricing is confirmed after the project-readiness review.
Formats & Distribution
Expand your publishing project with additional formats or distribution support
• Kindle eBook formatting
• Hardcover setup
• Eligible print-distribution setup
• ISBN acquisition and registration assistance
Starting at $125
Design & Content Enhancements
Add design support or expand the scope of a standard publishing project.
• Additional interior pages
• Additional revision round
• Author bio and back-cover copy review
• Additional interior images
• Custom graphic elements
Starting at $350
Author & Book Visibility
A focused digital presence or strengthen market-facing presentation of your book.
• One-page author or book splash page
• Retailer-link setup
• Book-description and metadata refresh
• Basic launch checklist
• Social media graphic templates
Publishing Administration
Guided support for selected administrative steps in the publishing process.
• Copyright-registration filing assistance
• ISBN acquisition guidance
• Metadata-registration assistance
• Platform-account setup guidance
• Proof-order and final-upload support
1. Request a Consultation
Share details about your publishing project, manuscript status, goals, and preferred publishing format.
2. Complete the Readiness Review
We evaluate project scope, publishing requirements, platform considerations, and overall fit.
3. Receive a Written Proposal
You receive a detailed proposal outlining services, timeline, pricing, and project requirements.
4. Begin Production
Upon execution of the agreement and receipt of the required deposit, production begins, including formatting, design, metadata development, and platform setup.
5. Review and Approve
You review all deliverables, approve final files, and receive guidance through the publication process.
To maintain clear project scope and accurate pricing, the following services are not included unless expressly stated in a written agreement:
• Developmental editing
• Copyediting or extensive proofreading
• Ghostwriting
• Custom illustration
• Custom photography
• Legal, tax, or copyright advice
• Guaranteed retailer placement
• Guaranteed sales or bestseller status
• Paid advertising management
• Ongoing social media management
• Bulk author copies
• Royalty administration
• Website hosting or long-term maintenance
Begin with a consultation to discuss your project, publishing goals, manuscript status, and the level of support needed. SDC Compass Publishing LLC provides practical guidance, structured production support, and a clear path from concept to publication for selected projects.
All publishing projects are reviewed for scope, readiness, and fit before services begin.