Start with what you have
Manuscript, photographs, notes, and examples are enough to begin.
Book design & publishing help
You wrote the book. I can help you finish it.
Memoirs, family histories, children’s books, local histories, poetry, and organization publications—from manuscript to finished book.
Cover designInterior layoutPrint & proof setupOne-on-one help
First-time authors welcome
You do not need to know publishing software or printer terminology.
Bring the manuscript, photographs, notes, and any examples you like. I’ll explain the options and handle the technical steps.
Choose the right format
I explain size, binding, color, paper, and printing options in plain language.
Clear guidance
You can review the relevant choices before committing to production.
One point of contact
Cover design, interior layout, print files, printer coordination, and an author website can be handled together.
Book production
From manuscript to finished book.
I handle the design and production details while keeping the choices understandable.
01 • Review
Start with what you have
I review the manuscript, images, intended readers, approximate quantity, and how you want the book to be used.
02 • Plan
Choose the format
I’ll explain the relevant options for size, binding, color, paper, and printing.
03 • Design
Design the cover and pages
Once approved, I design the pages, photographs, chapters, front matter, and cover.
04 • Proof
Check it before printing
Prepare the final files, review printer proofs, correct production issues, and help coordinate the finished order.
Book & publication work
Every book should feel like its own project.
Covers, page layouts, photography, and printing choices are shaped around the content and the people who will read it.
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Publication services
One point of contact from layout through print files.
- Memoirs, life stories, and family histories
- Local history and commemorative books
- Children’s books, poetry, fiction, and specialty titles
- Book cover and spine design
- Interior page design and long-document layout
- Photo, caption, footnote, and table handling
- Print-on-demand or commercial print preparation
- Printer proof review and production coordination
Monterey-based • Available nationwide
Prefer to discuss the project by phone?
Phone consultations are welcome. I can explain the relevant choices before you commit.
Tell me about your book
Have a manuscript or book in progress?
Send what you have or call. I’ll identify the next step.
Discuss Your Book Call 831-333-0174
Email kevin@smithspixels.comMonterey-based • Publication clients nationwide