Book Design and Publication
Transform your manuscript into a beautifully designed, publish-ready book.
We handle layout, cover design, and formatting for both traditional and digital (e-reader) printing.
Page layout and design
Every author benefits from expert support when preparing a manuscript for publication—that’s where we come in. We take your edited manuscript and professionally format it to meet printing standards, ensuring it is ready for production. From polished layout to final preparation, we help turn your vision into a finished book you can hold in your hands.
Professional printing
Once the layout and design of your manuscript are complete, the next step is moving into production. I provide setup services across several Print-on-Demand (POD) platforms, guiding you through the process to ensure a smooth transition to printing.
ISBN & PCIP options
You may choose to supply your own ISBN, purchase one through me, or have the POD platform assign one to your book. Print-on-Demand eliminates the need for large inventory, as copies are produced only when orders are placed—offering a cost-effective and efficient publishing solution.
I can also facilitate the acquisition of a Publisher’s Cataloging-in-Publication (PCIP) data block for your book’s copyright page. This service is obtained through a trusted third-party provider and is a valuable enhancement for titles intended for distribution within library systems, improving cataloging accuracy and discoverability.
Author copies
Additionally, you have the option to purchase author copies at printing cost, allowing you to share your book with family, friends, or other audiences as you see fit. These copies will be shipped directly to you to allow for ease of distribution.
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Digital manuscript conversion
In today’s market, readers increasingly seek flexible ways to access traditional content, making digital manuscript conversion an essential part of the publishing process. Transforming a manuscript into a high-quality digital format requires both technical expertise and attention to detail.
With extensive experience in digital conversion, I ensure your manuscript is professionally prepared for a variety of platforms. By optimizing compatibility across devices and formats, I help maximize your book’s reach and accessibility, connecting your work with the widest possible audience.
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"Mickey Fryer is an exceptionally talented colleague. During the preparation for production of two book manuscripts, she has been a superb editor, designer, and advisor. Prompt, efficient, and focused, she guides an author through the contemporary process of publishing. Most importantly, she is direct, honest, accurate, and thankfully pleasant. Mickey is a continuing major part of my publication team."
Dr. F. Ross Peterson
"Mickey Fryer has created the layouts, interior designs, and covers for many of our titles. We are continually blown away by her attention to detail and her resourcefulness in exploring the latest in graphic and production design. Mickey's formatting is clean, creative, engaging, and professional. She makes the reading experience a true pleasure for all who are fortunate to pick up her many books' handiwork.
Probitas Press congratulates Mickey and Wooden Shelf Press for their expertise, work ethic, availability, and flexibility --- a MUST in this most challenging and exciting industry."
---Yvonne Maddox, president, Probitas Press