Pricing Estimates
We can negotiate a cost agreement based on your budget. The design cost will vary according to the complexity of the project.
Here are a few guidelines we follow: After looking at your project, we will estimate how long the design will take, what special features to consider, as well as the time required to manage things from start to finish. Then we’ll send you a written estimate. If you agree, we’ll give you a firm quote and sign a simple contract.
What we provide:
- A cover design, full-color mockup.
- A title-page design (important to set the tone of the book).
- A typical inside two-page spread, and a chapter-heading page.
- Layout and typesetting of all pages.
- A trimmed and bound mockup book for your final approval.
- All files in high-resolution format DVD and lazer proof for your printer.
- A DVD shipped to you for safekeeping.
What you provide:
- A final edited text in digital format (MS Word, Wordperfect, etc.).
- We do not do editing but may be able to recommend an editor.
- All illustrations, maps and charts in Tiff format. We can assist you with this.
- The name of your printer and person to contact for printing specifications. If you are unsure on this point we have printers that we work with and recommend.
Average costs:
Cover design: $450-$800
Interior design:
- Straight uncomplicated text: $4 per page.
- Texts with photos, illustrations and charts to be scanned and placed in position: $6 per page.
- Text with multiple layouts within design, mass photos or images, charts and extensive backmatter: average $10-$20 per page. Since the amount of work required for these type of pages varies we would be happy to discuss the specifics with you and negotiate a fair price.
Payment schedule: One-third payment up front, one-third halfway through the job, one-third at the completion. If these terms violate your company policy, the payment schedule can be negotiated.