Making book production accessible.

Traditional publishing services can be cost-prohibitive. We have streamlined our process to offer just what you need when you need it. Wherever you are in your process, we can guide you to and through the next steps to keep you moving on your path to publication.

We meet you where you are and stay with you all the way through the critical stages of production to ensure that everything goes smoothly.

Let us help you navigate what can seem like an insurmountable endeavor. At Foster Design Collaborative we’re here to support you and make the process as easy as possible. No two authors are alike; some know exactly what they want their book to look like, while others appreciate a bit more direction. Either way, we work with you to provide whatever services you need to produce your desired outcome.

 
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Our Process

You have completed your manuscript, proofed it, had others do a “beta read,” and made any corrections necessary. Before you submit your manuscript to Foster Design, we will send you our complimentary submission guide. Though not mandatory, our free tool will show you how to format your manuscript in a way that will make the transition into our layout software the most efficient and least costly for you.

 

Once we’ve received your submission, we will review it, create a suggested production timeline, and submit a quotation for the project. After your acceptance, we’re on to the fun stuff!

“The final result of my book is stunning! The front cover is colorful, yet not overbearing. Extremely professional. So far, it’s selling well in my shop.”

— Christie Ontko, author and Foster Design client

COPYEDITING

Fix or Finesse it.

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Copyediting is vital for every book. No matter how much time you’ve spent re-reading and proofing it, you’re likely to miss some things. A copy editor will check for clarity, consistency, spelling, grammar, and other errors, helping you to avoid embarrassing mistakes.

Foster Design can provide you with professional editing services or, if you have a preferred editor, we are happy to work with them.


DESIGN

Style it.

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Once editing is complete, we move to the design phase. The way you present your story can make all the difference. We work with you to develop the look and feel of your new book, picking the overall size, appropriate font, paper choice and color, type of bindery, etc. All these details are crucially important and enhance both visual impressions and reading enjoyment.

Our commitment to you is to provide the perfect design that is clear and to the point, consistent in style and tone, and coherent in organization.

PRODUCTION

Produce + Share it.

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We wrap the project in the production phase sending you a completed proof — both of the cover art and interior pages — for your final read-through and approval. At this stage, there are typically no major changes to be made, but just in case, this step serves as a final opportunity for last-minute edits.

Once approved, your book is sent into production, and, in a short time, you are holding it in your hands. Nothing is quite like the feeling of opening your creation for the very first time!

Let Foster Design be your partner in bringing your project to life!