Book Publishing & Author Services

Timeless Treasures Studio

PRESERVING THE PAST & CREATING THE FUTURE – From Manuscript to Publication, and Beyond

Every story, image, and design deserves to be presented with elegance and care. At Timeless Treasures, our family has owned and operated more than 25 newspapers and magazines in the Southeast for more than 40 years, giving us unmatched expertise in publishing, editing, and professional communications. Our team guides authors, creatives, and visionaries through every step of the book creation process — from editing, formatting, and cover design, to ISBNs, barcodes, audiobooks, and full publication.

We also provide archival image scanning, extensive photograph restoration, and a wide range of graphic design services, including logos, business cards, brochures, pamphlets, and marketing materials. Every service is delivered with meticulous attention to detail, clarity, and timeless refinement, helping you bring your creative vision to life with confidence, sophistication, and grace.

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Thoughtful Support for Each Stage of the Journey

Every service offered here is designed to meet you where you are and guide you forward with clarity, care, and intention. Rather than one-size-fits-all solutions, this work is rooted in discernment, refinement, and a respect for your individual goals.

Our book creation and publishing workflow is divided into multiple phases in order to simplify the process and assist in better understanding. Each phase is completed separately, along with review and payment before proceeding. Nothing is completed or submitted without author approval.

Whether you are preparing important materials, seeking guidance on a specific decision, or looking for structured support over time, these services are offered with discretion and attention to detail. You are invited to begin with what feels most appropriate for your current season, knowing that each offering is thoughtfully structured to support meaningful progress.

Book Publishing Services & Pricing

Phase 1: Preliminary Assessment

A careful review of your manuscript to evaluate its structure, tone, word count, and overall readiness for publishing. This phase helps clarify what your book needs next — whether that’s refinement, editing, or moving toward design — and gives you a thoughtful plan for moving forward.

SERVICE / PACKAGE

DESCRIPTION

PRICE / RANGE

PURCHASE

Pre-Development
Motivational Services

One-on-one session for writing direction,
goal clarity, and book concept development

$175/hr.
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Preliminary Manuscript Assessment

Initial read-through to evaluate readiness, strengths,
and recommended next steps.

$250
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Document Digitization & OCR

High-quality scanning and OCR conversion of documents
into organized, searchable digital files

$1.00-1.50/page
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Phase 2: The Manuscript

In this phase, your manuscript receives professional editorial attention to improve clarity, organization, flow, voice, and impact. This includes developmental and line editing tailored to your work’s genre and goals, ensuring your message resonates with readers with confidence and clarity.

SERVICE / PACKAGE

DESCRIPTION

PRICE / RANGE

PURCHASE

Copyediting

Grammar, spelling, punctuation

4¢ per word
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Content Editing

Structure, pacing, plot refinement

8¢ per word
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Editorial Report
(For Content
Editing)

Written assessment of your manuscript, offering detailed guidance
on structure, pacing, character development, and overall narrative strength.

$50
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Follow-Up Consultation
(For Content
Editing)

A one-on-one consultation
(up to one hour) to review your
editorial report and receive personalized
guidance for revisions and next steps.

$75/hour
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Proofreading

Final error check on completed manuscripts

2¢ per word
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Proofreading
(Rush Order)

Expedited service for proofreading
(Price added to Standard service)

$100 flat fee
(added to the
Standard rate)
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Phase 3: The Design

Once the core content is polished, this phase brings your book to life visually. It includes custom cover design, interior layout and formatting for print and digital editions, and preparation of publication‑ready files that meet industry standards for quality and presentation.

SERVICE / PACKAGE

DESCRIPTION

PRICE / RANGE

PURCHASE

Book Cover Design

Custom cover design (digital & print ready)

Starting at $795
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Interior Layout & Formatting

Print & eBook layout and formatting

Starting at $250
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eBook Conversion

Conversion to Kindle, ePub, etc.

Starting at $200
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Phase 4: ISBN, Barcode & Copyright Setup

Phase 4 focuses on preparation of all legal and industry-standard identifiers needed for publishing. Includes ISBN registration, barcode creation, and guidance on copyright registration (if applicable), ensuring your book is properly documented and protected. Some of the services in this section do not apply to private book printing.

SERVICE / PACKAGE

DESCRIPTION

PRICE / RANGE

PURCHASE

ISBN Purchase & Registration

Unique ISBN per book / format

Starting at $125
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Barcodes

UPC / barcode for print

Starting at $50
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QR Codes

Print-ready QR code generation for books,
publishing, and marketing.

Starting at $50
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Copyright Registration Assistance

Guidance for copyright filing

$95 (plus gov’t fees)
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Phase 5: Printing & Distribution

Set up for print-on-demand and distribution across platforms such as Amazon KDP, Barnes & Noble, Lulu, or IngramSpark. Includes metadata setup and POD file preparation so your book can reach readers in print or digital formats. This phase also includes printing, allowing authors to order as many or as few copies as desired at any time, without obligation to commit to a large initial run.

SERVICE / PACKAGE

DESCRIPTION

PRICE / RANGE

PURCHASE

Publishing Distribution Setup

Setup of online platform(s) of your choice,
including metadata setup

Starting at $100
per title/format/account
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Print-on-Demand Setup

POD file setup for multiple formats

$100
per title/format/account
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Additional Listing
Setup

Professional setup for additional titles,
editions, or formats

$75 per listing
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Print Order Assistance

Expert guidance for ordering
additional print copies of books

Staring at $75
per order
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Extras

Optional services to enhance your publishing experience and support your book’s launch. Includes audiobook production, press releases, marketing materials, and author consulting — helping you expand your reach and elevate your work.

SERVICE / PACKAGE

DESCRIPTION

PRICE / RANGE

PURCHASE

Press Release Writing

Drafting professional press releases

$150 – $500
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Marketing Materials

Social media graphics, email template, flyers,
posters, banners, book launch kits, and more

Starting at $975
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Audiobook Production

Full audiobook recording, editing, mastering,
distribution, DIY guidance & setup, AI option

Starting at $249
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Author Consulting

Guidance on writing, publishing or
personal creative process

Starting at $75
per session
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what to expect

01. consultation

We begin with a thorough, in-depth consultation to carefully review your manuscript, clarify your unique writing goals, and fully understand your vision. Together, we create a clear plan to guide your book smoothly to publication-ready form.

02. manuscript

Your manuscript receives professional review and feedback focused on structure, clarity, and style. We provide actionable recommendations to polish your writing, strengthen your message, and ensure your book is ready for publication.

03. publishing

We create a comprehensive publishing plan including formatting, platform selection, and step-by-step guidance. Our goal is to prepare your book professionally, ensuring a seamless path from manuscript to printed or digital release.

04. support

Guidance continues through marketing, audience engagement, and book launch strategy. We provide practical tips and structured advice to maximize visibility, connect with readers, and make your book launch impactful and memorable.

Frequently Asked Questions

We work with fiction, nonfiction, memoirs, and professional works. Whether you have a draft or a completed manuscript, we provide guidance to help it reach publication-ready quality.

No, you don’t! We can help you every step of the way, from the blank page to the completed book! If you have a handwritten or a printed manuscript, it will have to be digitized first, but we can help with that, too!

Yes! Hourly consultations are available for writers who want specific guidance or have questions.

Our book publishing process is divided into multiple phases: preliminary, manuscript, design, copyright and ISBNs, distribution and printing. We also offer extra services like marketing materials.

There is no single, fixed timeline for publishing, as each project moves at its own pace. Rather than a one-size-fits-all schedule, the process is best understood one phase at a time, based on manuscript readiness, author responsiveness, number of revisions, and project complexity.

Typical timelines:

Preliminary Manuscript Assessment
Approximately 1–2 weeks
This phase depends on manuscript length and current workload.

Manuscript Editing & Revision Phases
Several weeks to several months
Timing varies widely and is often influenced by the author’s revision pace.

Interior Layout & Design
2–4 weeks
Includes formatting, styling, and preparation of publication-ready files.

Cover Design
2–4 weeks
May overlap with interior layout, depending on scheduling and revisions.

Final File Preparation & Publishing Setup
1–2 weeks
Includes final checks, file delivery, and preparation for printing or digital release.

What most authors experience:
From an initial assessment to completed publication-ready files, many projects take several months from start to finish. Shorter timelines are possible for manuscripts that are already finalized, while more complex projects may take longer.

Important notes:

  • Timelines are estimates and not guarantees
  • Author revisions and response time significantly affect pacing
  • Each phase begins only after the previous phase is complete and approved
  • We provide guidance and estimated timeframes at each stage before proceeding

Our approach allows you to move thoughtfully through each stage without unnecessary pressure, ensuring the best outcome for your book.

Absolutely! Publishing is not necessary to have a copy of your book. You may choose to print your book privately without making it publicly available for sale or distribution.

Many authors use private printing for personal projects, family histories, limited editions, gifts, proof copies, or archival purposes. Public distribution is never required unless you choose it.

  • Your book does not have to be listed for public sale
  • Copies can be printed for personal or private use only
  • You retain full control over when, how, or if your book is released publicly
  • Decisions about visibility and distribution are always yours

If you later decide to publish or distribute your book more widely, that option remains available, but there is no obligation to do so.

No. As a publisher, we do not require a minimum print quantity. Authors may order a single copy or as many copies as they wish, depending on their needs. Most print-on-demand printers allow for books to be printed one at a time with no minimum order requirement. Publishing is not required to print a copy of your book.

  • You may print one copy (for proofing, gifting, or personal use)
  • You may print small or large quantities as needed
  • There is no obligation to place bulk orders
  • You retain flexibility as your goals evolve
  • You can order additional copies at any time

If a project ever requires a printer with a minimum quantity (such as certain offset or specialty print runs), this would be discussed in advance, with clear guidance and no obligation to proceed.

Please Note: We are a publishing company and not a printing company, promotional company, or distribution company. While we can help guide you through the printing, distribution, and promotion process, we are publishing based and are not affiliated with or responsible for third party companies.

No. There is no requirement to order books all at once. Authors may order any quantity at any time, including a single copy or additional copies later as needed.

Many authors choose to begin with a small order—often a proof or a few copies—and then place additional orders over time. Books can be printed again whenever you choose, without the need for advance bulk purchasing.

  • You may place multiple orders over time
  • You can adjust quantities based on demand, events, or personal needs
  • There is no pressure to predict sales or storage requirements
  • You remain in control of timing and volume

If you ever choose a printing option that requires a larger or one-time order, this would be clearly discussed in advance so you can make an informed decision.

Please Note: We are a publishing company and not a printing company, promotional company, or distribution company. While we can help guide you through the printing, distribution, and promotion process, we are publishing based and are not affiliated with or responsible for third party companies.

Because every manuscript is unique, a final price cannot be determined until the work is complete. While word count provides a very helpful starting point, it does not account for all factors involved in publishing and design.

We are happy to provide clear estimates and transparent pricing ranges once we review the manuscript and understand the scope of the project. Final pricing is based on elements such as:

  • Final word and page count
  • Manuscript readiness and formatting complexity
  • Interior layout requirements (chapter structure, spacing, special sections)
  • Design complexity (typography, front matter, back matter)
  • Number and scope of revisions
  • File preparation requirements for print and digital formats

For this reason, all pricing prior to completion should be understood as an estimate, not a guaranteed final total.

Printing costs are determined by third-party printers and cannot be finalized until the book’s specifications are complete. While we can plan toward a target trim size and approximate page count, the exact printing cost is not known until the final files are finished and submitted.

Printing costs vary based on many factors, including:

  • Final page count and spine width
  • Trim size and binding type (paperback, hardcover, coil, etc.)
  • Paper type and paper weight
  • Ink type (black-and-white vs. color)
  • Interior layout density (margins, leading, font size)
  • Cover finish (matte, gloss, soft-touch, linen, foil, etc.)
  • Print method (print-on-demand vs. offset printing)
  • Quantity ordered
  • Shipping method, destination, and current carrier rates
  • Printer pricing structures and market fluctuations

Because these costs are set by external providers and can change, we can offer informed projections, but not guaranteed totals, until the book is finalized.

Our goal is always clarity and transparency. We guide you through each step, provide estimates as early as possible, and keep you informed before any decisions are made.

Please Note: We are a publishing company and not a printing company, promotional company, or distribution company. While we can help guide you through the printing, distribution, and promotion process, we are publishing based and are not affiliated with or responsible for third party companies.

Yes! We provide professional copyediting, manuscript review, and detailed feedback on structure, clarity, style, and flow. You’ll receive actionable guidance to ensure your manuscript is polished, professional, and publication-ready.

Yes. We assist authors with both self-publishing and traditional publishing preparation, depending on their goals.

Self-Publishing Support

We help authors prepare professional, publication-ready materials for self-publishing, including:

  • Manuscript preparation and formatting
  • Interior layout and cover design
  • Ebook and print-ready file creation
  • Guidance on publishing platforms and next steps

Authors retain full control over timelines, pricing, and distribution decisions.

Traditional Publishing Preparation

For authors pursuing traditional publishing, we provide preparatory services only, such as:

  • Manuscript refinement and presentation
  • Formatting for submissions or proposals
  • Guidance on industry expectations and standards

Please Note: We do not act as literary agents, submit manuscripts on an author’s behalf, or guarantee publication outcomes.

Our role is to support preparation and decision-making, not to direct or pressure outcomes. You may choose the publishing path that best suits your goals and your project can remain flexible and evolve over time.

Publishing Through Timeless Treasures

To publish a book under our Timeless Treasures imprint, certain services are required to ensure the highest professional quality:

  • Preliminary Manuscript Assessment — evaluates your manuscript and determines recommended next steps
  • Document Digitization — if your manuscript isn’t already in digital format
  • Copyediting & Proofreading — ensures clarity, accuracy, and polished prose
  • Book Cover Design — professional cover for print and digital editions
  • Interior Layout & Formatting — prepares the manuscript to meet publishing standards
  • ISBN & Barcode Setup — required for proper distribution and official identification

Additional optional services may include:

  • Account setup and listings on platforms such as KDP, IngramSpark, or Barnes & Noble
  • Assistance with ordering print copies
Content Guidelines
  • Not all manuscripts are a good fit for Timeless Treasures.
  • We reserve the right to decline submissions that contain violence, excessive profanity, or explicit content.
  • Our goal is to maintain a catalog that aligns with the high-quality, timeless, and refined standards of our imprint.
Private Printing

Private printing is more flexible, requiring fewer services. If your goal is personal or private printing rather than publication under the Timeless Treasures imprint:

  • Digitization, cover design, and interior layout/formatting are typically required
  • Assistance with printing setup is optional
  • Other services, while recommended, are not mandatory

Yes. Timeless Treasures focuses on high-quality, timeless, and refined content. Not all manuscripts are considered a good match for our publishing goals and catalog. We reserve the right to decline submissions that contain violence, excessive profanity, or explicit content. This is not to judge or censor content; our goal is to maintain a catalog that reflects professionalism, elegance, and enduring value.

We welcome manuscripts that are in alignment with the standards of our imprint. Authors with projects that fit within these guidelines are encouraged to submit for consideration.

Getting started is simple. We recommend beginning with a free consultation, so we can understand your manuscript, goals, and needs before moving forward. This can be done via Zoom, phone, or email, whichever is most convenient for you. You are welcome to contact us directly by phone, email, or website form.

During the consultation, we will:

  • Review your project and goals
  • Discuss the services that make sense for your book
  • Provide guidance on next steps and estimated timelines
  • Answer any questions you may have about the process or pricing

After the consultation, you can select the desired services à la carte, and we’ll create a clear plan for your publishing journey.