The Packages

Digital and Press Files Package

This is an option for people who want control over the printing process and to release their book in ebook format. You'll have full control over how you sell and distribute your book. Please note: for this package, Little Steps isn't involved in the Print, Sales and Distribution aspects of your book.

Professional manuscript assessment
Professional editing
Professional proofreading
Professional graphic design
Choice of two cover designs
Choice of book size: 280mm x 216mm (portrait), 216mm x 280mm (landscape), or 203mm x 203mm (square), 203 x 133mm (chapter)
Press ready files and referral to a printer (printing fees are not included in this package)
An eBook created in the applicable format for your book

£1974 + VAT

The Debut Run - 1000 books

The Debut Run of 1000 first-print copies is the perfect option for a first-time author looking to get a foot into the door of the competitive UK's children's literature market and present their imaginative creations to the world for the first ever time. 1000 copies is the "sweet spot" Little Steps has found for aspiring authors over almost 10 years of experience in publishing. The Debut Run is the minimum required to properly test your book out on the market, at both traditional bookstores and online. You'll get a good deal on printing costs, allowing for better margins upon sale, but you won't take too much on board too quickly if costs are a concern for you.

1000 copies, 32 pages + cover, paperback
Full colour, gloss or matte laminate cover
Professional editing
Professional proofreading
Professional graphic design
Choice of two cover designs
Published under Little Steps imprint
Feature in Little Steps catalogue

6 Social Media ready images eg. Instagram and facebook posts to post on your own accounts
A PDF of marketing ideas
Print files for an A3 poster
Representation at International Book Fairs

£5,465.60 + VAT

The Recommended Run - 2000 books

The Recommended Run of 2000 first-print copies is ideal for those who are confident that young readers are busting to read their books. This package is perfect for established authors with a captive audience, looking to salvage their copyright from traditional publishers, keep a larger share of royalties and build their fanbase. With higher returns promised on cheaper printing costs, the option is also the obvious choice for an author with known demand for their book, looking to get a sizeable stock out to eager readers. Or if you just wish to take a punt on your book and save money on reprints, the Recommended Run will ensure greater exposure and presence in the market, bolstering your chances of getting sales and fans for the titles that lay ahead of you!

2000 copies, 32 pages + cover, paperback
Full colour, gloss or matte laminate cover
Professional editing
Professional proofreading
Professional graphic design
Choice of two cover designs
Published under Little Steps imprint
Feature in Little Steps catalogue

6 Social Media ready images eg Instagram and facebook posts to post on your own accounts
A PDF of marketing ideas
Print files for an A3 poster
10-20% of your stock distributed by our distributor to bookstores Australia-wide
Representation at International Book Fairs

£7784 + VAT

Chapter Book Packages

Little Steps can also be your partner in publishing a broad range of longer-form work, whether young adult novels and illustrated chapter books, memoirs and non-fiction, to feature your fantastical realms and futuristic exploits, or your specialised knowledge.

Paperback
Colour or B&W on woodfree, or matte stock, gloss or matte laminate cover
Professional manuscript assessment
Professional editing
Professional proofreading
Professional graphic design
Choice of two cover designs
Published under Little Steps imprint
Feature in Little Steps catalogue
6 Social Media ready images eg Instagram and facebook posts to post on your own accounts
A PDF of marketing ideas
Print files for an A3 poster
10-20% of your stock distributed by our distributor to bookstores Australia-wide

Due to variations in page extent, number of words and illustrations, paper stock and colour, please contact us
to discuss pricing.

Extras

Have a book idea that doesn't fit the package? We can do everything from board books to pop ups, and have finishes that range from glow in the dark to scratch-n-sniff. So for advice or pricing on how to make your book POP, just get in touch!

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