Guiding authors from manuscript to published book
Professional editorial and independent publishing support for authors who want to develop strong books while retaining ownership and control of their publishing journey
Your story deserves professional support
Every manuscript is different. Some authors need focused editing and practical guidance, while others require a more comprehensive partnership from manuscript development to publication. Losinda Publishing meets authors where they are and provides support suited to the manuscript, the author’s goals and the stage of the publishing journey.
Our approach is collaborative and author centred. We help authors make informed publishing decisions, strengthen their manuscripts and prepare professional print and digital editions without taking away their creative ownership.
How we support authors
- Manuscript assessment and editorial feedback
- Developmental and structural editing guidance
- Language editing and proofreading
- Print ready book formatting
- Ebook formatting
- Cover design coordination
- ISBN and Legal Deposit guidance
- Amazon KDP upload assistance
- Publishing consultations and strategy guidance
- Author coaching and personalised project support
Emerging Author Package
Investment: R5,500 to R7,500
For first time authors and writers working within a limited budget who have completed a manuscript and need essential professional support before publication.
- Initial manuscript review and feedback
- One round of editing
- Proofreading
- Print ready formatting
- Publishing consultation session
- Guidance on the next steps towards publication
Standard Publishing Support Package
Investment: R10,000 to R15,000
Recommended for most nonfiction manuscripts of approximately 20,000 to 80,000 words. This package provides comprehensive editorial and publishing support while the author retains ownership and control of the publishing journey.
- Detailed manuscript assessment
- Structural and language editing
- Proofreading
- Print formatting
- Ebook formatting
- ISBN guidance and publishing support
- Amazon KDP upload assistance
- One revision cycle
- Publishing consultation session
Premium Author Journey Package
Investment: R16,000 to R25,000 or more
A personalised publishing partnership for professionals, executives, thought leaders, coaches and authors who want extensive support from manuscript development to market preparation.
- Comprehensive manuscript assessment
- Developmental editing guidance
- Editing and proofreading
- Print and ebook formatting
- Cover design coordination
- ISBN and Legal Deposit support
- Amazon KDP upload support
- Author coaching sessions
- Publishing strategy guidance
- Priority support throughout the publishing process
How the process works
1 Submit your manuscript
Send the complete manuscript together with the working title, genre, word count, publishing goals and preferred timeline.
2 Manuscript review
We review the manuscript to understand its length, condition, complexity and the level of editorial and publishing support required.
3 Personalised quotation
You receive a recommended scope, professional fee, payment arrangement and proposed project timeline.
4 Editorial and production journey
The agreed editing, proofreading, formatting and publishing services are completed through defined stages and review points.
5 Publication support
We guide the approved book towards print or digital publication according to the services selected.
Important information
- Final quotations depend on manuscript length, complexity and the level of support required.
- Additional editing rounds, cover design, marketing services and launch support may be quoted separately where required.
- Flexible payment arrangements may be discussed for larger projects.
- Project timelines are confirmed after the full manuscript has been reviewed.
Ready to take the next step
If you have completed a manuscript, or need guidance on how to prepare it for publication, contact Losinda Publishing to discuss the most appropriate route for your book.