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Services for Authors and Independent Publishers

Publishing independently makes good sense. We've developed the tools we need to create, publish, distribute, promote and sell our own books, and we offer those same services to other independents. We'll connect you directly to our established professionals and offer competitive prices. Contact Lee at lee@octanepress.com to book services.

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ePub Conversion       $0.80 per page
We can convert  Word, InDesign, and PDF files for both narrative and illustrated books. Output files are .ePub and .mobi files ready to go straight to Kindle, iTunes, Nook and more. For example, we can convert a 200-page book to ePub for $160. You won't find a better combination of price and service.

Cover Design             $499
Our designer is one of the best, and he loves creating covers. You supply the title, and we can supply the rest. Standard $499 service includes image from huge selection of stock images, custom type, and two versions to choose from. More advanced designs and increased options available on request.

Interior Design         $7 per page
Our most cost-efficient choice is interior book design in InDesign or Quark using a design template. You have choice of two fonts, and a professional high-quality look at an affordable pricepoint. Our book designer has more than 20 years of experience creating books as a full-time job at a book publisher. Those who want to make the book stand out can opt for a custom interior design for $11 per page.

Copy Editing           3.0 cents per word
Our copy editors are also experienced professionals, and provide first-class service and adhere to the Chicago Manual of Style. All editing done in Microsoft Word, with all changes shown using the corrections function.

Proofing                  $6.50 per page
Have experienced professionals proof the final pages of your book publishing project. We use only those with years of experience in the industry, and adhere to Chicago Manual of Style. We can work both with PDF files and hard copy printouts.

We also work with experienced professionals who can get bids for offset printing, create promotional videos, audio productions, and publicity campaigns. The end result is we provide all the tools necessary to make a great book rock.

By Jade Gurss
The Tragedy and Triumph of Dale Earnhardt Jr's 2001 Season
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The coolest motorcycle calendar on the planet, now twice as big.
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By Pete Lyons
Big V-8s and unlimited technology race cars star in this gorgeous calendar.
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By Lee Klancher
Gorgeous Photography of Tractors in Studio, Under the Stars, and at Sunrise
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