development editing

Shape your story into its best possible form with a development edit or manuscript review.

Cover
Design

Get a unique and eye-catching cover and full jackets made by a real and skilled designer.

Copy
Editing

Polish your prose and improve readability, while maintaining your unique author voice and style.

Proof
reading

Meticulously weed out those last sneaky errors in the copy and formatting of your book.

book
formatting

Create professional book layouts using industry standard software and expert knowledge.

Publishing assistance

Guide you through self-publishing strategies and platforms such as KDP, IngramSpark.

Professional Editorial & Publishing Services for Independent Authors

From Manuscript to Publication

Professional editing, design, formatting and publishing support for authors who want to publish with confidence.

Editing & Proofreading

We offer top quality editorial services including manuscript reviews, development editing, copy editing and proofreading. Not sure of the next steps after you’ve finished your first draft or what kind of edit you are looking for? Take advantage of our free 10 page sample edit or a free first three chapter review, or get in touch for a free consultation for some friendly advice. Full editorial and design packages are available as well as pay by stage options and installment plans.

Formatting and Cover Design

Want a professional book cover at an affordable rate made by a real illustrator rather than generic templates from Canva or AI generated images? Make your book stand out with a truly unique cover that reflects the individual qualities of your story and vision. We also offer book design services, for authors who want a professional interior formatted to industry standards.

Self-publishing Assistance

Ready to self-publish but need guidance to cut through all the conflicting advice out there? Start here with Lines and Curves Literary and we can help you set up your author accounts and titles on KDP and IngramSpark. We can also offer marketing advice and industry insider tips on how to make your book more visible in the wider world out there. Much of our advice and guidance is free but we also offer affordable consultations for authors who are looking to form cohesive long term marketing and self-publishing strategies.