Find Your Best-Fit Publishing Path
Guided Support
OR
Done FOR You
Publishing Concierge
Personalized self-publishing guidance
Perfect if you want to stay in control while receiving professional guidance every step of the way
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Guidance from idea to publication
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Project management & milestone planning
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Access to trusted editors & designers
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Launch strategy & marketing guidance
You’ll love this if you want a coach and publishing partner while keeping full creative freedom.
Publishing Concierge
Bespoke Book Programs
Concierge experience PLUS done for you support
Everything in the Publishing Concierge package, PLUS full design and production services professionally done for you.
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Custom interior design (up to 65,000 words)
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Full-color, high-end cover design
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E-book formatting & conversion
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All Concierge guidance and support
You’ll love this if you want a full-service experience where every detail is handled for you.
Bespoke Book Programs
Not sure which is right for you?
Schedule a Call to talk about your goals and timeline. I’ll help you decide which level of support fits your publishing journey best.
Many self-publishers are DIY types who love to dive into special projects and do as much as they can themselves.
Yet too many run into the same challenges that keep them from publishing their books
TOO MUCH INFORMATION
Too many books and education websites try to do too much and overwhelm would-be publishers with information that doesn't apply to them.
How do you determine which path is right for you?
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Writing and publishing a book isn't really hard or particularly complicated, but there are many steps to creating a book that measures up to the benchmark standards of traditional publishers.
To reach that goal, you need to plan ahead.
PUBLISHING A BOOK IS TOO EXPENSIVE
There is more than one way to publish a book...whether e-book, color or black-and-white, offset lithography, or print-on-demand
These are just a few of the MANY options you'll have along the way.
How to choose?
- There are many different ways to get your work out there, while still keeping within your budget. With a step-by-step action plan, you are empowered to make the best choices for your individual project.
Time to respect book publishing for what it is — A PROJECT — with a beginning a middle and an end.
YOU DON'T KNOW WHERE TO FIND HELP
Self-publishing a book is not something you have to do alone.
- Publishing is ultimately a collaborative endeavor where you can — and should — rely on experts to perform some of the tasks.
I will introduce the right professionals to help you complete your project — on budget and on time.
Introducing...
Personalized Self-Publishing Support, Start to Finish
As a Publishing Concierge, I offer personal support for authors - guiding you through every stage of the publishing process.
My services provide a middle ground between traditional publishing and a complete do-it-yourself approach.
You’ll retain control and royalties while receiving professional assistance, insight, and direction.
Concierge Services are perfect whether you’re just shaping your first book idea or ready to print and promote your finished manuscript.
Here are just a few of the services I can help you with:
Frame, position, and outline your book for your readers
…so that you can better align yourself with your market. How do you want your book to serve your readers? What will they get out of it? While your book can bring you many benefits, ultimately the book is for your readers.
Create a writing schedule to accelerate your first draft
…so that you stay passionate about what you’re writing, you remain in the ‘world’ of your story, and you stay invested in the process.
Support you with milestone planning, project management, and author
engagement
…so that it won’t feel so overwhelming. I break the project into small pieces and support authors by managing each phase of the project.
Introduce authors to seasoned editors and designers who match the standards
of commercial publishers
…so that you can correct fundamental errors early on, and so that your book structure and design match the standards of the Big 5.
Confidently launch your book with a well-reasoned plan to market and sell to
your readers
…so that your book can bring new professional relationships, clarify your mission, and
add synergistic boosts to your business.
Ready for expert support that keeps your vision front and center?
“Working with Lindsay is like having a best friend who knows the ins and outs of publishing at your side. Lindsay’s action steps were so helpful—full of practical, actionable steps laid out in sequence, so you feel confident moving forward. She has distilled all the pertinent information that would take forever to research on the Internet.”
Jeanne A. Jackson, Columnist, Author
Mendonoma Sightings Throughout the Year
You love the idea of guided publishing AND Done For You support?
For some authors, having a trusted guide through the publishing process is exactly what they need.
For others, the dream is to have every detail handled with expert care.
My Bespoke Book Programs are for authors who want the same personalized guidance, paired with complete hands-on support in bringing their book to life.
From custom interior layout to cover design and e-book conversion, every detail is managed with the same care and precision as a traditional publishing house-only fully tailored to you.
Bespoke Book Projects
Done For You Service
Everything in the Publishing Concierge package, PLUS Done For You:
B&W Custom interior design
for up to 65,000 words
Full color High-end custom cover design
E-book file flowing formatting and conversion
Ready for a book that’s as beautifully made as it is meaningful?
"When I was referred to Lindsay, I was starting to get discouraged about finding someone to assist with what I needed to finish my book. My call with her was exactly what I needed. Lindsay quickly grasped the essence of my project and what I would need to be successful. She provided concrete suggestions, shared personal experiences in her writing and offered encouragement on the phone. Lindsay made a referral to a developmental editor who was the perfect fit for my project. I rarely find meetings and consultations are worth the time spent in them; however this was truly an exception. I walked away from the hour long conversation I had with Lindsay with a renewed sense of direction, more confidence, and great ideas. I look forward to the opportunity to work with Lindsay again."
Lisa Schelbe, Author
Some Type of Way; Aging Out of Foster Care
Discover how publishing your book can bring you into a deeply satisfying dialogue with a growing community of readers - while also raising your profile, granting you authority status, and attracting new opportunities.
The creative process is alive in all of us
Bringing it out in others is my specialty
Hi, I'm Lindsay...I'm glad you're here.
My decades-long career in print production and publishing gives me a complete understanding of how to build a high-quality book. From manuscript development to marketing — I offer collaborative, personalized services for author-publishers.
I want my clients to feel that they have someone who understands what they are going through, someone to give them sound advice, and someone to support them when they need it most. You are not alone…
One-to-one coaching accelerates the process of completing your book by summarizing best practices and SOP’s in the publishing space so you can work without the delay of endless research or having to pore over information that does not apply to your venture. There’s no second-guessing, no blind alleys, no wasting time or money. Lots of indie publishers, hybrid presses, and self-publishing companies sell new authors on getting their books done fast and cheap. This is a poor strategy!
Manuscripts need to be developed and shouldn't be flung out into the public as thinly veiled "advertorials" for the author...It will just tarnish your hard-earned reputation.
As a coach, my added value is in working one-on-one with each writer. I won't let clients publish a book that is not up to their ability or up to the benchmark standards of the industry. I collaborate only with seasoned publishing professionals and printers and am most concerned with quality control at each step in the process.
Publishing your book is about creating on-going dialogues and offering your knowledge, skills, and products to others. And I guarantee that writing and publishing your book will most definitely add to your growth as a person. Once your book is made public, you’ll gain even more confidence and inspiration from readers whose lives are changed by your book.
...Let's get started!
"Lindsay opened my eyes to so many alternative marketing strategies for my book that weren't even on my radar. Not only is she knowledgeable and easy to talk to, but she gives you the confidence to move forward with your project."
Carrie Bonfitto, Author
What to Cook, Why to Eat It: Nutrition Facts, Health Benefits, and Recipes
Frequently Asked Questions
Can't I publish my book for free on Amazon?
Will I have to watch hours of video and sift through pdfs to find the information I need to publish my book?
How much will it cost to publish my book?
What if I need extra help or get stuck?
If you offer high-level coaching, why don't you guarantee that my book will be a bestseller?
"Lindsay is an invaluable resource to any self-publisher. Whether you are in the beginning stages first formulating a book idea, or if you are ready to begin printing and marketing your book, Lindsay is someone you want on your team. She provides valuable feedback and strategy in her individualized self-publishing plans. She is thorough, thoughtful, truly cares, and goes above and beyond for every writer she supports. I could not be more happy that I hired Lindsay to guide me in my self-publishing journey!"
Kelly Surette, Adaptive music teacher, performer, author
Creative Miracles; A Practitioner's Guide to Adaptive Music Instruction:
