Book Publishing Consultant – $25.00 per hour
Job Title: Publishing Consultant — End-to-End Book Production & Distribution
Project Type: One-time project (with potential for ongoing work)
Location: Remote
Timeline: Immediate start — looking for a fast, efficient turnaround
Compensation: Competitive — open to flat rate or milestone-based payments
Project Overview:
I’m seeking a highly experienced Publishing Consultant to guide and manage the complete process of publishing my non-fiction book — from raw manuscript to printed hardcover and global distribution.
The ideal candidate has direct experience publishing books from A to Z, including formatting, design, ISBN acquisition, and uploading to platforms like Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and other global POD providers. This is a hands-on role that requires both strategic guidance and tactical execution.
Responsibilities:
- Review and advise on the final manuscript to ensure publishing readiness
- Coordinate or oversee:
- Professional editing and proofreading (if needed)
- Interior formatting for print and digital (PDF, EPUB, MOBI)
- Cover design and spine layout (hardcover + paperback)
- Manage ISBN, barcode, copyright registration, and metadata setup across multiple countries (USA, Canada, UK, India)
- Identify and coordinate with print-on-demand providers (e.g., Lulu, PrintNinja, Acutrack) for bulk orders (100+ hardcover copies)
- Oversee uploads and distribution setup for:
- Amazon KDP
- IngramSpark
- Draft2Digital or other aggregators
- Advise on global printing, shipping, and delivery timelines
- Prepare physical proof copies for influencer/testimonial outreach
Ideal Qualifications:
- Proven track record of successfully managing self-published books across print and digital formats
- Deep knowledge of POD platforms including Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, BookBaby, Lulu, etc.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently, with strong project management skills
- Familiarity with copyright registration, ISBN purchasing, and publishing metadata
- Access to trusted vendors for formatting, cover design, and print prep (optional but a bonus)
- Excellent communication and responsiveness
Tools & Platforms You Should Know:
- Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Lulu, BookBaby, Draft2Digital
- Bowker (ISBN), Copyright.gov, Library of Congress (optional)
- Adobe InDesign, Vellum, Atticus, or similar formatting tools
How to Apply:
Please include:
- A brief summary of your experience publishing books
- Links to 2–3 titles you’ve helped publish (especially hardcover)
Note: All work is done for hire, and all creative, written, and formatted content is fully owned by me. A standard non-disclosure and confidentiality agreement will be required.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5 – 10 per week
Work Location: Remote