Packages & Services
Inspired by a genuine belief in our authors, our goal is to provide the ultimate publishing experience producing a literary work born of a vivid imagination. This author-centered motivation means that we are continually evaluating, adapting and developing our services, fueled by author feedback.
Publishing Packages Author Services
As a pioneer in the independent book publishing industry, Trafford continues to work tirelessly at providing better service and producing superior book quality. Inspired by authors’ needs and feedback, we offer a formidable set of four top-notch publishing packages for authors to choose from - each available for either black and white or full-color books.
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| Production Services | ||||
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| One-on-One Author Support | included | included | included | included |
| Electronic Galley | included | included | included | included |
| Image Insertions | 20 | 50 | 75 | Unlimited |
| Cover Design | Standard | Standard | Custom | Custom |
| Interior Page Design | Standard | Standard | Custom | Custom |
| Custom Color Illustrations (for full-color books only) | add-on | add-on | add-on | add-on |
| Formats | ||||
| E-Book Format and Distribution | included | included | included | included |
| Paperback Format | included | included | included | included |
| Hardback Format | add-on | included | included | included |
| Editorial Services | ||||
| Editorial Assessment | add-on | add-on | included | included |
| Cover Copy Polish | add-on | add-on | included | included |
| Post-Production and Distribution Services | ||||
| Worldwide Book Distribution | included | included | included | included |
| New Releases section in the Trafford online bookstore | included | included | included | included |
| Google and Amazon Book Search | included | included | included | included |
| Barnes and Noble "See Inside" | included | included | included | included |
| Featured Book Placement in the Trafford online bookstore | included | included | included | |
| Enhanced Metadata Listing | included | included | ||
| Registration Services | ||||
| ISBN Assignment | included | included | included | included |
| Library of Congress Control Number | included | included | included | included |
| Book Copies | ||||
| Digital Bookstubs | 50 | 250 | 500 | Unlimited |
| Free Softcover Copies | 10 | 20 | 40 | 50 |
| Free Hardcover Copies | 5 | 10 | 20 | |
| Marketing Services | ||||
| Credit for Marketing Services | $200 | $500 | $500 | $500 |
| Social Media Set-up Support | Social Media Guide | Social Media Kit | Social Media Kit | Social Media Kit |
| Author Website Setup with One Year Hosting | 3 pages | 6 pages | 6 pages | 10 pages |
| Domain Name and Hosting Renewal | add-on | add-on | 1 year | 2 years |
| Printable Bookmarks Design File | included | included | included | included |
| Book Sales Savvy Marketing Guide | included | included | included | included |
| Booksellers Return Program | add-on | 12 months | 24 months | 36 months |
| Press Release Essential | add-on | 100 media outlets | 500 media outlets | 500 media outlets |
| Book Feature in BookMad online magazine | New Releases Listing | Half Page | Full Page | |
| Printable Marketing Materials Design File | 3 Events | 10 Events | Unlimited | |
| Printable Digital Bookstore Sell Sheet | included | included | ||
| Optional Social Media Announcement | included | included | ||
| Video & Podcast Interview on The Book Connection Show | included | included | ||
| Standard Book Video | included | |||
| 2-Week Online Book Launch Campaign | included | |||
| Pitch Campaign to 25 Independent Bookstores in the US | included |
Trafford Publishing Service Store
We offer a holistic and customizable publishing experience – from production, distribution, editing, marketing services, to bookselling. With these services, you can be sure to get the best opportunities possible no matter what your publishing goals are.
Gold Seal
Setting the Standard for Publishing
The chance to reach the peak of literary excellence is yours, as Trafford offers you the valuable opportunity to gain premium credibility to shore up your book’s marketing campaign with the Gold Seal Premium—a service that allows your book to be critiqued to earn the distinguished Gold Seal of Literary Excellence.
Prepare for Publication
Call a publishing consultant today at 844.688.6899 or e-mail sales@trafford.com. Your publishing consultant will assist you along the publishing process, make sure you read the terms and conditions, and take your payment. (We accept credit card, check, or money order). After the submission of your materials, you’ll be on your way to having your book published. Are you looking to sign up for additional marketing services? Call your Marketing Consultant today at 844.688.6899 to get a free consultation on the services that would work best for your marketing campaign. You may also send an e-mail to sales@trafford.com.