At Shepherd Court Publishing, we offer comprehensive publishing services designed to meet the needs of authors at every stage of their journey. Whether you're a first-time author or an established writer, our team of professionals is dedicated to helping you produce a high-quality book that stands out in today's competitive market.
We offer flexible publishing packages to suit your specific needs and budget. Each package is designed to provide you with the essential services needed to publish a professional, market-ready book.
All packages can be customized to meet your specific needs. Contact us for a personalized consultation.
Our team of experienced editors and writers will help polish your manuscript to professional standards. Whether you need developmental editing to strengthen your narrative or copyediting to perfect your grammar and style, we've got you covered.
We understand that every manuscript is unique, which is why we offer customized editing services tailored to your specific needs.
Our professional ghostwriters will work closely with you to transform your ideas and experiences into a well-crafted manuscript that maintains your unique voice and vision.
A comprehensive assessment of your manuscript's strengths and weaknesses, with detailed recommendations for improvement.
In-depth editing focused on story structure, character development, pacing, and overall narrative coherence.
Detailed editing for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and consistency, ensuring your manuscript meets professional standards.
Final review to catch any remaining errors or inconsistencies before publication.
Professional indexing services for non-fiction works, creating comprehensive and user-friendly indexes.
Your book cover is your first marketing tool—it needs to capture attention and communicate the essence of your work. Our talented designers create eye-catching, market-appropriate covers that help your book stand out.
We offer multiple design concepts and revisions to ensure you get a cover that perfectly represents your book and appeals to your target audience.
Protect your intellectual property and ensure your book can be properly distributed and sold. We handle the technical aspects of ISBN assignment and copyright registration so you can focus on your writing.
Having proper ISBN and copyright registration is essential for protecting your work and enabling it to be sold through major retailers and distributors.
Get your book into the hands of readers worldwide. We offer comprehensive printing and distribution services that make your book available through major retailers, online platforms, and libraries.
Let Shepherd Court Publishing help bring your manuscript to life with our professional publishing services.
Get answers to common questions about our publishing services
The timeframe varies depending on the complexity of your project and the services required. On average, the complete process from manuscript submission to publication takes 3-6 months. This includes editing, design, formatting, and distribution setup. We'll provide you with a detailed timeline during your initial consultation.
Yes, absolutely. At Shepherd Court Publishing, you retain 100% of the rights to your work. We believe authors should maintain full ownership and creative control of their intellectual property. Our role is to help you publish and distribute your work professionally, not to own it.
In traditional publishing, a publisher purchases the rights to your manuscript, pays you an advance, handles all aspects of production, and pays royalties on sales. The author has limited control over the process.
With self-publishing, you maintain complete control and receive higher royalties, but you're responsible for all aspects of production and marketing. Our services provide the professional support of traditional publishing while allowing you to maintain the control and higher royalties of self-publishing.
You receive 100% of your net royalties from all sales. Payments are made quarterly, and you'll have access to detailed sales reporting through our author portal. The exact royalty percentage varies by distribution channel and format, but typically ranges from 60-85% of net proceeds. We'll provide a detailed breakdown in your publishing agreement.
Yes, one of the advantages of our publishing model is the ability to make updates to your book. Whether you need to correct errors or release an updated edition, we can help implement these changes. There may be a small fee for extensive revisions, but minor corrections are often covered in your publishing package.