Every package includes a dedicated project manager, ISBN registration, and print-on-demand distribution. Add ghostwriting, illustration, or audiobook production to any tier.
For authors with a finished manuscript who need it made shelf-ready.
One-time · self-guided timeline
Our most complete path from draft to distributed book.
One-time · ~12 week timeline
For authors who want ghostwriting and an audiobook alongside print.
Custom scope · dedicated producer
| Included | Foundation | Full Manuscript | Complete Author |
|---|---|---|---|
| Formatting & interior layout | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cover design concepts | 2 | 3 | 3+ |
| Developmental & line editing | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dedicated project manager | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ghostwriting collaboration | — | — | ✓ |
| Audiobook production | — | — | ✓ |
| Distribution network | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Launch marketing push | — | 1 week | 90 days |
Yes. MuirWood charges a flat, one-time fee for publishing services — we never take a percentage of your book sales. Every dollar of net royalty goes to you.
You do, from day one. MuirWood provides publishing infrastructure and services; we never take ownership of your manuscript, cover art, or rights.
The Foundation package typically runs 4-6 weeks. The Full Manuscript package runs about 12 weeks depending on editing rounds. Custom scopes with ghostwriting or audiobook production are timelined individually during your consultation.
Yes — many authors start with The Foundation and add editing, ghostwriting, or audiobook production for a future title or a second edition.
Every package includes distribution to Amazon and via IngramSpark to more than 45,000 booksellers and libraries in the U.S. and internationally.
A 20-minute call with our publishing director will tell you exactly which package fits — no pressure.
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