The Authority Playbook
by Marcus Reed · Business / Authority
Editing · Cover · Formatting · KDP Setup
Global Publishers House LLC · Independent Author Services · United States
Professional Publishing Support for Independent Authors
Global Publishers House LLC is an independent publishing-services company providing editing, book design, formatting, illustration coordination, and publishing setup services for authors.
Work with a dedicated publishing team while retaining ownership of your book and royalties. We are not a traditional publisher and are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an official representative of Amazon, Kindle Direct Publishing, IngramSpark, Barnes & Noble, or Google Books.
- Author Keeps Control
- Amazon KDP Support
- IngramSpark Setup Guidance
- Editing & Proofreading
- Cover Design
- Book Formatting
- Clear Publishing Process
Representative author projects
Examples of the types of books we help prepare
A snapshot of recent author projects — covers and the services we delivered. Sales, rankings, reviews, and bookstore placement vary by genre, audience, and marketing, and are not guaranteed.
The Long Way Home
by Eleanor Voss · Memoir
Developmental Edit · Hardcover Design · IngramSpark Setup
Pip and the Tiny Star
by Hannah Bright · Children's Picture Book
Illustration · Layout · Color KDP Setup
Salt and Smoke
by Daniel Marsh · Literary Fiction
Line Edit · Cover · Formatting
Portfolio examples are shown to demonstrate the types of publishing support we provide. Results vary based on genre, marketing, distribution, audience, and author platform.
Where to start
What kind of author are you?
Pick the path that fits your project — we'll tailor the next step.
I'm a first-time author with a manuscript
You have a draft and want professional editing, design, and KDP help.
Likely services
Editing, cover, formatting, KDP setup.
I'm a coach, consultant, or entrepreneur writing a book
You want a credible book that supports authority and conversions.
Likely services
Ghostwriting, editing, cover, launch.
I'm writing a memoir or legacy book
You want a polished, respectful book your family and readers will value.
Likely services
Structure, editing, cover, hardcover prep.
I'm creating a children's book
You need illustration, layout, color-print formatting, and KDP help.
Likely services
Illustration, layout, cover, color-print KDP.
I need help publishing on Amazon KDP
You want files, metadata, and categories prepared correctly.
Likely services
KDP-ready files, metadata, upload support.
I already published and want to improve my book
Your cover, formatting, or metadata isn't where it should be.
Likely services
Cover redesign, formatting fix, relaunch plan.
Tell us about your book
Get a free publishing plan
Share where you are in the publishing process. We'll review your project and recommend the best next step — no pressure, no generic sales pitch.
- A consultant reads your details before contacting you
- You'll get a realistic service recommendation
- We respond within 1 business day
- Your information stays private
Learn more about our book publishing services and children's book publishing services. Ready to get started? Submit your manuscript or contact Global Publishers House.
Transparency
Clear publishing support — no confusing claims
Here is exactly what we help authors with, end-to-end.
What we help with
- Editing, proofreading, and manuscript improvement
- Cover design and interior formatting
- Amazon KDP publishing setup support
- IngramSpark setup and distribution guidance
- Children's book layout and illustration coordination
- Publishing consultation and launch guidance
- Book relaunch and improvement support
Amazon KDP and IngramSpark are mentioned only as publishing platforms we help authors navigate. Global Publishers House is an independent publishing support company and is not endorsed by those platforms.
Why this matters
Publishing a book shouldn't feel confusing or risky
Most author confusion comes from contradictory advice, vague service descriptions, and companies that hide what they actually deliver. We exist to be the clear, professional layer between your manuscript and a real, published book.
- Which publishing platform should I use?
- Will my book look professional?
- Who owns my rights?
- How do royalties actually work?
- What files do I need for Amazon KDP?
- What does distribution really mean?
- Can I publish without making expensive mistakes?
- How do I know a publishing company is legitimate?
- What if I already published and my book needs improvement?
Services
Everything you need to prepare and publish professionally
Pick a single service or combine them into one cohesive publishing path.
Book Writing / Ghostwriting
Collaborative writing or full ghostwriting support for authors with limited time or who want professional structure and voice.
- Outline & chapter plan
- Drafted chapters
- Voice match
- Author approval at every stage
Editing & Proofreading
Developmental editing, line editing, copyediting, and proofreading — applied to the level your manuscript actually needs.
- Manuscript assessment
- Tracked changes
- Style sheet
- Final proofread pass
Cover Design
Genre-appropriate cover design for Kindle, paperback, and hardcover — print-ready files prepared to platform spec.
- Front, back, spine
- Kindle/eBook cover
- Multiple concepts
- Print-ready PDF & JPG
Formatting & Interior Layout
Professional interior layout for Kindle, paperback, and hardcover, with proper trim sizes, margins, and chapter styling.
- Print-ready PDF
- Reflowable eBook (EPUB)
- Table of contents
- Chapter styling
Amazon KDP Publishing
Help preparing files, metadata, categories, and pricing so your book is ready to go live on Amazon KDP.
- KDP-ready files
- Category & keyword guidance
- Pricing strategy
- Upload support
IngramSpark Setup
Setup and file guidance for IngramSpark, plus a realistic walkthrough of how distribution actually works.
- File spec compliance
- Metadata & ISBN guidance
- Distribution overview
- Pricing & returns guidance
Distribution Guidance
We explain what availability means, what's realistic for indie authors, and what no ethical company can promise.
- Channel overview
- Print vs. eBook
- Library/retail availability
- Honest expectations
Children's Book Publishing
Illustration coordination, page layout, color-print formatting, and Amazon KDP setup for picture books and chapter books.
- Illustration coordination
- Character consistency
- Page layout
- Color-print readiness
Book Relaunch / Improvement
Already published? We help fix covers, formatting, metadata, and presentation, then plan a cleaner relaunch.
- Cover redesign
- Formatting correction
- Metadata audit
- Relaunch plan
Publishing Consultation
One-on-one consultation to map your manuscript to the right services, platforms, and timeline.
- Manuscript review
- Service recommendations
- Platform comparison
- Realistic timeline
Who we help
Built for serious authors — not just hobbyists
Entrepreneurs, coaches & consultants
Turn your expertise into a professionally published book
For coaches, consultants, business owners, speakers, and professionals who want a book that builds authority, credibility, and trust.
Build my authority book plan- Ghostwriting or book coaching
- Editing
- Cover design
- Formatting
- KDP setup
- Launch guidance
Memoir & legacy authors
Preserve your story with professional publishing support
For authors writing a life story, family history, personal transformation book, faith journey, or legacy memoir.
Get my memoir publishing plan- Memoir structure support
- Editing
- Proofreading
- Cover design
- Formatting
- Print/hardcover guidance
Children's book authors
Bring your children's story to life
For parents, teachers, grandparents, and storytellers creating picture books or children's stories that need illustration, layout, formatting, and publishing support.
Get my children's book plan- Illustration coordination
- Character consistency
- Page layout
- Cover design
- Color-print formatting
- Amazon KDP setup
Authors who already published
Already published? We can help improve your book
If your book is already live but the cover, formatting, description, categories, or overall presentation needs improvement, we can help you relaunch with a more professional foundation.
Improve my published book- Cover redesign
- Formatting correction
- Proofreading
- Metadata/category audit
- KDP/IngramSpark improvement
- Relaunch consultation
Ownership
You stay in control of your book
Global Publishers House provides independent publishing services and professional guidance. Authors keep control of their book, final decisions, publishing direction, and royalty flow unless a separate written agreement says otherwise.
Copyright
Your manuscript and story remain yours unless a separate written agreement says otherwise.
Royalties
We explain royalty flow clearly before setup decisions are made.
Platform accounts
We support author-owned account workflows whenever possible.
Final approval
You approve major creative and publishing decisions before anything goes live.
Files & deliverables
Deliverables are clarified in writing before work begins — no surprises.
How it works
A clear path from manuscript to publication
- 1
Book Review & Publishing Consultation
What happens: A consultant reviews your manuscript, stage, genre, and goals.
You receive: A realistic publishing plan and service recommendations.
Your decisions: Which services to start with and on what timeline.
Why it matters: Avoids wasted spend on services your book doesn't need.
- 2
Editing / Proofreading Plan
What happens: We assess the level of editing your manuscript actually needs.
You receive: Edited manuscript, tracked changes, style sheet.
Your decisions: Approve revisions or request another pass.
Why it matters: Editing is where a book stops reading like an early draft.
- 3
Cover Design & Interior Formatting
What happens: Genre-appropriate cover concepts and professional interior layout.
You receive: Cover proofs, interior PDF preview, EPUB preview.
Your decisions: Approve cover direction and interior styling.
Why it matters: Presentation is what readers judge in the first three seconds.
- 4
Amazon KDP / IngramSpark Setup Guidance
What happens: Metadata, categories, keywords, pricing, and file uploads.
You receive: Live KDP/IngramSpark listing prepared with your input.
Your decisions: Pricing, distribution channels, royalty model.
Why it matters: Setup decisions affect royalties, visibility, and reach.
- 5
Proofing, Revisions & Final Approval
What happens: You review proofs and request final changes.
You receive: Print proof and digital proof, plus revision rounds.
Your decisions: Final approval before going live.
Why it matters: Nothing publishes without your sign-off.
- 6
Publishing, Distribution Setup & Launch Guidance
What happens: Final upload, distribution channels enabled, launch checklist.
You receive: Live book listing(s) and a launch-readiness guide.
Your decisions: Launch date, pre-orders, and any wider distribution.
Why it matters: A clear launch beats a chaotic one — even without paid ads.
Platform support
Support for Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and professional distribution
We help authors prepare files and metadata for the major self-publishing platforms — and we're honest about what each platform actually does.
Amazon KDP support
- • Kindle, paperback, and hardcover preparation
- • KDP-ready cover and interior files
- • Metadata, categories, pricing, and launch guidance
- • Author-owned account workflows whenever possible
IngramSpark support
- • Setup and file spec guidance
- • Print and distribution overview
- • Wider retail and library availability
- • Pricing, returns, and metadata guidance
Portfolio
A look at the kind of books we help authors bring to market
The Authority Playbook
Business · Cover + Formatting + KDP Setup
The Long Way Home
Memoir · Cover + Interior + Hardcover
Pip and the Tiny Star
Children's · Illustration + Layout + KDP
Salt and Smoke
Literary Fiction · Cover + Editing + Formatting
Reviews & case studies
Real outcomes from real authors
Short summaries of recent author engagements. Full case studies live on the Reviews page.
“I came in with a 62,000-word manuscript and no idea how KDP worked. They handled the line edit, designed a cover that finally matched the tone of the book, formatted both the eBook and paperback, and walked me through the KDP setup on a screen-share. I kept full rights and full royalties.”
Marcus R. · Business / Authority · Editing + Cover + Formatting + KDP Setup
“My memoir had been sitting in a drawer for six years. The team gave me an honest editorial assessment, did a developmental edit, designed a hardcover with French flaps, and set up IngramSpark so the book could be ordered through bookstores. They were transparent every step of the way.”
Eleanor V. · Memoir · Developmental Edit + Hardcover Design + IngramSpark Setup
“I had self-published a children's book that wasn't selling and looked unprofessional. They re-illustrated the spreads, redesigned the cover, fixed the trim size, and republished it cleanly on KDP under my account. I learned exactly what had gone wrong the first time.”
Hannah B. · Children's Book Relaunch · Illustration + Cover + Formatting + Republish
Service Scopes
Custom Publishing Support Based on Your Book's Needs
Every book project is different. We recommend the right level of support after reviewing your manuscript details — then give you a clear custom quote before any work begins.
Manuscript Review & Publishing Direction
If you are not sure what your book needs next, we will review your manuscript and tell you what should be fixed before publishing.
Typically includes
- We review your manuscript and publishing goals
- We tell you what your book needs next
- We guide you on your genre and reader fit
- We explain ISBN, copyright, and basic publishing steps
- We help you understand Amazon KDP and your next publishing options
Best for: First-time authors who have a manuscript but are not sure what to do next or what kind of help their book needs.
Editing, Proofreading & Formatting Support
If your book is already written, we will help clean up the writing, fix mistakes, and format the manuscript so it looks neat and ready to publish.
Typically includes
- We proofread and edit your manuscript
- We fix grammar, spelling, and sentence issues
- We improve the flow so the book is easier to read
- We format the inside pages for paperback
- We prepare ebook formatting
- We give you print-ready and ebook files
Best for: Authors who have finished writing and want their manuscript cleaned, polished, formatted, and ready for publishing.
Most Requested
Full Publishing Preparation
If you want help with almost everything before launch, we will help edit, design, format, prepare, and guide your book for publishing on platforms like Amazon KDP, Kindle, IngramSpark, Barnes & Noble, and other major stores.
Typically includes
- We review and edit your manuscript
- We help with cover design direction
- We format the inside pages and ebook version
- We guide your Amazon KDP setup
- We guide IngramSpark and distribution setup
- We help with metadata, categories, and keywords
- We explain publishing, royalties, and launch preparation
Best for: Authors who want a complete path from manuscript to a professionally prepared book that is ready to publish.
Pricing depends on your manuscript length, editing needs, cover design requirements, formatting, illustration needs, publishing platform setup, revisions, timeline, and overall scope. After reviewing your book details, we'll provide a clear custom quote before any work begins.
Important Notes
- Not included unless stated in writing
- Printing costs, author copies, shipping, ISBN purchase, copyright registration fees, platform fees, advertising spend, illustrations, audiobook production, website creation, and paid marketing campaigns.
- Payment option
- A 50% deposit is typically required to begin the project. The remaining 50% is due before final delivery of edited files, print-ready files, or publishing deliverables. Milestone payments may be used on larger projects.
- Payment security
- Payments are processed through a secure Payoneer payment link. Global Publishers House does not collect, view, or store card numbers, bank details, or sensitive payment information.
Not Sure Which Scope Fits Your Book?
Share where your book stands and we'll recommend the publishing support that best fits your book, timeline, and goals — with a clear custom quote before any work begins.
FAQ
Common questions, answered honestly
Quick answers to what authors ask most. The full FAQ hub has dozens more.
Ready to find the right publishing path for your book?
Tell us where you are in the process. We'll review your book details and recommend the next step.