No two books are alike. Accordingly, with Jelly Bean Self-Publishing, what you pay depends on what you need.
We will never force you into a ‘one-size-fits-all’ arrangement. Instead, we will discuss in detail the various options available to you, the value they add, and the attendant cost, before agreeing a bespoke arrangement, sealed by contract.
That way, you can be confident in the specific services you will receive, how they will benefit you and your book, and have them transparently delineated in a legally binding document.
This flexibility makes it difficult for us to provide specific quotes without first talking to an author. Accordingly, we are very happy to discuss your book with you at length, without any commitment on your behalf, in order to establish what services you need. This can be over the phone, face to face, or by email, whichever you prefer.
We of course understand that authors have other demands on their wallet. Accordingly, we offer flexible payment plans.
Below is some information spelling out some of the various factors that determine the overall cost of a project.
Editing and Proofreading
All books edited by Jelly Bean Self-Publishing will be read through by at least two of our editing team. Our editorial costs are set on a per-word basis, with rates varying depending on the overall length of the book.
Example:
35,000 word manuscript
35,000 x £0.035 = £1225
80,000 word manuscript
80,000 x £0.02 = £1600
Shorter manuscripts, e.g. children’s picture books, often have alternative requirements (such as rhyme and meter), and therefore are subject to a different pricing structure. This can be discussed in an initial consultation.
Printing
The cost of printing is different for every project, taking into account factors such as paper quality, whether the book is hardback or paperback, whether it features colour or black and white illustrations, and the overall page count.
We have relationships with a number of high-quality printing companies across the UK, from whom we will collect a number of quotes. Based on these quotes, we will be able to offer you a highly competitive price for the number of copies printed.
Illustration /Cover Design
We have a wide range of artists for an author to choose from. However, the overwhelming majority are freelancers, and their rates do vary. That said, our long-term partnerships with our artists, and the regularity of the work we provide, allow us to negotiate advantageous terms.
Book Marketing
Marketing and publicity costs can vary depending on the extent of the project, which can scale from written documents, through bespoke design projects, to ongoing comprehensive support.
We’re always happy to explain the various options available to you, and the cost implications thereof. If you have any queries, please do get in touch.
