Pricing & Turn Around

Transparent Pricing for Every
Stage of Your Book

Publishing a book costs money. The question is whether you know exactly what you’re paying for before you commit. At Digi Book Studio, every price is listed, every service is itemized, and there are no fees waiting for you halfway through the project.

This page exists because too many authors have been burned by publishers who advertise low entry prices, then add charges for revisions, file conversions, ISBN registration, and distribution setup. We don’t operate that way.

Three Publishing Packages Built for Real Authors

Every author starts somewhere different. Some come with a finished, edited manuscript ready for design. Others need help from the first draft. We built three packages to match where you are right now.

Essential Package

For authors who have a manuscript ready and need professional production to get it published.

What's included:

  • Copyediting and proofreading
  • Interior formatting for print and eBook
  • Custom cover design (2 concepts, revisions until approval)
  • eBook conversion to EPUB and MOBI
  • Publishing to Amazon KDP and IngramSpark
  • ISBN registration
  • 90-day post-launch distribution support

 

Turnaround: 3 to 4 weeks from manuscript submission to published book.

 

Starts at: Contact us for a quote based on your word count and specifications.

Professional Package

For authors who want a fully edited, professionally produced book with wider distribution and a marketing foundation.

What's included:

  • Everything in the Essential Package
  • Developmental editing and line editing
  • Distribution to 20+ global retail and library platforms, including Apple Books, Barnes and Noble, Kobo, and OverDrive
  • Press release writing and distribution
  • Author bio page setup
  • Basic social media launch kit

 

Turnaround: 5 to 7 weeks depending on manuscript length and editing scope.

 

Starts at: Contact us for a quote based on your manuscript and goals.

Global Package

For authors who want the full publishing experience, production, distribution, audiobook, and a marketing campaign behind their launch.

What's included:

  • Everything in the Professional Package
  • Audiobook production with professional narration
  • Distribution to ACX, Findaway Voices, and major streaming platforms
  • Author website design and setup
  • Amazon Ads consulting
  • Book video trailer
  • Full launch strategy and email marketing templates

 

Turnaround: 8 to 12 weeks depending on audiobook production and marketing scope.

 

Starts at: Contact us for a quote based on your full project scope.

Turnaround Times by Service

Authors ask us about timelines before anything else. Here is exactly what to expect for each individual service, whether you’re purchasing a package or adding a service on its own.

ServiceStandard TurnaroundRush Option
Copyediting and Proofreading7 to 10 business days3 to 5 business days
Developmental Editing14 to 21 business daysNot available
Cover Design7 to 10 business days3 to 5 business days
Interior Formatting5 to 7 business days2 to 3 business days
eBook Conversion3 to 5 business days1 to 2 business days
Book Printing10 to 15 business daysAs fast as 3 business days
Audiobook Production4 to 6 weeksContact us
Author Website10 to 14 business daysContact us

Rush pricing is available for most services. Contact us before placing your order to confirm availability and cost.

What "No Hidden Fees" Actually Means

Some publishing companies advertise a base price for editing or design, then charge separately for:

  • Revisions beyond the first round
  • File format conversions
  • ISBN registration and assignment
  • Distribution setup fees
  • Metadata optimization
  • Platform compliance corrections

     

At Digi Book Studio, our quotes include revisions, file conversions, ISBN registration, and distribution setup as part of the stated price. When we give you a number, that is the number. If your project scope changes, we tell you before the cost changes.

How Pricing Is Calculated

Our pricing is based on three factors:

Word count

Editing and formatting costs scale with the length of your manuscript. A 50,000-word novel costs less than a 120,000-word memoir.

Service level

Developmental editing requires more time and expertise than proofreading. Cover design for a custom illustration takes longer than a typography-based design. We price the actual work, not a flat rate that penalizes short books or underserves long ones.

Turnaround time

 Standard timelines are included in base pricing. Rush requests carry an additional fee, which is always disclosed upfront.

Add-On Services

Not every author needs a full package. If you already have editing done and just need design and distribution, we can build a quote around exactly what’s missing. Common add-ons include:

  • Audiobook narration and production
  • Additional cover design concepts
  • Print-on-demand setup
  • Amazon Author Central setup
  • Book launch press release
  • Social media promotional graphics

Every book is different. Word count, genre, target platforms, and turnaround requirements all affect the final price. The best way to get an accurate number is to tell us about your project.

Request a Free Quote — We’ll review your manuscript details and send you a full breakdown within one business day.

Call us directly: 443-247-5514 Email: kevin@digibookstudio.com 

No commitment required. No sales pressure. Just a clear number for the work your book actually needs.

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