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Strategic Guidance for Indie Authors

Richard Wolf, self publishing expert

Richard Wolf

Indie-Author Guide

Congratulations on your decision to publish your book!

 Whether you’re in the writing, editing, or design phase, our team of experts will help you create a book that even the major publishing houses would envy. But as you get ready to share your work with the world, you may find yourself asking: What’s next? The publishing world can be complex and overwhelming, with countless questions and decisions to make along the way. Often, you don’t even know which questions to ask. That’s where I come in.

My mission is to empower indie authors like you with strategic guidance and marketing expertise, so you can focus on what matters most, writing and building your author platform. With over six years of experience in the publishing industry and hundreds of successful book launches, I’ve honed the skills to navigate each step of getting your book out into the world. My streamlined process will save you time and resources, elevate your book’s quality, and increase its chances of success in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

My personalized approach blends your unique goals with my industry insights and expertise to help you make informed choices across all the critical aspects of publishing. Such as:

  • Selecting the best mix of distribution platforms for maximum reach.
  • Crafting a launch strategy that builds excitement and momentum from day one.
  • Identifying marketing opportunities to drive book sales and grow your community.
  • Conducting thorough genre, category, and keyword analysis to ensure your book stands out to your target readers.
  • Managing ISBNs, copyright, and Library of Congress registrations to safeguard your rights.
  • Empowering you to grow an author brand and loyal community of supporters, vital to sustained success.

My process is collaborative and hands-on, taking you through each step so you gain not only a professionally published book but you’ll also have the tools and knowledge to approach your journey with the confidence to become a Best-Selling author! No matter where you are in your journey, your next step should be to schedule your complimentary consultation-today!

Richard

The Self-Publishing Process

Step One

Your self-publishing journey started on your introductory call as we chatted about you and your book, and we began to set the framework for your book’s future.

We will schedule several calls during the process, and during our first meeting, we’ll take a deeper dive into the goals and dreams you have for your book. From there, I refine your plan, set timelines and expectations, and assign tasks for both of us.

Step Two

Here, we begin to assemble your team, starting with editing. Once editing is in place and we have a timeline for completion, we will start working on pre-launch marketing, setting up needed online accounts, planning the reviews process, and formulating distribution channels.

Step Three

Here’s where the fun begins—the creative process. You’ll begin to work with Victoria on your cover, and once your manuscript is out of editing, your interior formatting and eBook.

 

Step Four

Your book has been fully designed, and you are ready to start uploading to your platforms. We are finishing up marketing tasks, making plans for your launch, and putting in place best practices for getting your book into the world.

 

Step Five

Launch time! We’ve planned and prepared, and now your day is here!

 

Step Six

The self-publishing journey does not end on launch day. From a Best-Seller Campaign and social media promotion, to book signings and podcasts, we will work together ninety days post-launch as you are promoting your book.

 

Indie Authors Strategic Guidance Fees

When I work with authors as their Strategic Guide, each project is unique and based on their goals for their book. That’s why we have a range for our pricing. You may need me to guide you through the entire process, or just a portion of it. After our initial discovery call, I will provide you with a solid estimate.

$1,200 to $3,200

The fee includes guidance, advice, education, and strategy throughout the self-publishing process. Depending on your needs, the fee will include:

  • Finding the best editor (applicable) for you and your book and coordinating the editing process
  • Strategic and creative title and back blurb guidance
  • Legal copyright pages, CIP Data Blocks, and assistance with Library of Congress registration
  • Assessing your book’s genre and category and best trim size
  • Helping you make decisions about the business side of publishing your book
  • Deciding on distribution channels and then establishing and optimizing needed online accounts
  • Researching and establishing online keywords and categories for the best positioning of your book
  • Creating a marketing strategy for your book and giving you the guidance you need to market your book
  • Planning and strategizing your book launch
  • Post-launch support and guidance

NOTE: Editing fees are NOT included in the Indie Authors Strategic Guidance Fee. Similarly, book design fees are NOT included in the Self-Publishing Guide fee.

Self-Publishing FAQ

Do I Keep All My Royalties?

YES! You will establish each book distribution channel you choose under your name company, making you the sole owner of your book. Wolf Design and Marketing will NEVER take any share of your royalties. Amazon and Ingram Spark, of course, will take their share.

Do You Work With Authors Outside the US?

YES! We can work with you, no matter where in the world you are. We have helped authors from many countries, including Japan, the Netherlands, France, Australia, and England. 

Do You Offer Packages?

We customize all our services based on each author’s needs, creating a custom plan or package.

I haven't completed my writing. Can I still engage you?

Yes, we would love to work with you at any point in the writing process.