AUTHOR SUPPORT SERVICES
Wagging Tales Press is happy to offer the following basic support services to authors. Please fill out our inquiry form below for scheduling availability at info@waggingtalespress.com.
CONSULTATION
Congratulations! You’ve written a book but don’t know where to go from here. Schedule a consultation to discuss the basics of self-publishing. If you prefer, take advantage of FREE access to some of our How-To presentation videos developed for conferences worldwide such as the Japan Writers Conference, the Fay B. Kaigler Children’s Literature Conference, and more!
Rate: $35/hr
TRANSCRIPTION SERVICES
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Basic Transcription
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Transcribe handwritten pages or audio files to an electronic format without additional editing. Completed work delivered as Microsoft Word (.doc) format, Times New Roman, 12-pt type. Please note, currently we are only able to transcribe material in English.
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Rate: $1.25-2.25/pg
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EDITING SERVICES
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Developmental Editing
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Review entire manuscript and present a complete editorial report of what works and what does not (i.e., plot holes, flat characters, confusing scenes, missing tension, and ambiguous character motivations). Review includes evaluation of overall length, tone, and content as well as suggestions for improvement.
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Rate: $1.75/pg
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Line Editing
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Review entire manuscript for content, style, and language. Completed file delivered in Microsoft Word (.doc) document format.
Rate: $1.75/pg
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Copy Editing
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Review manuscript for accuracy, consistency, grammar, spelling and provide suggestions for improvement. Completed work delivered in Microsoft Word (.doc) document format.
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Rate: $1.75/pg
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FORMATTING & DESIGN
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Formatting
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Let us take your final manuscript and prepare it for print and/or eBook publication on multiple platforms including Barnes & Noble, Amazon, Apple Books, Ingram Spark, OverDrive, Draft2Digital, Smashwords, Tolino, Scribd, and more.
Rate: $1/pg (Text Only); $2/pg (Includes illustrations, photographs, tables, etc.)
Proofreading
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A detailed review of the final document to confirm all galley edits have been addressed.
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Rate: $1.25/pg
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Book Cover Design
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Despite the adage, readers do judge a book by its cover. Let us design an eye-catching cover with rich graphics and illustrations to make your book stand out on the shelf!
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Rate: $32.50/hr
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MARKETING
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Book Trailer
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Another tool authors can add to their marketing arsenal is a captivating book trailer. We can create trailers from simple to stunning depending on your needs and budget. Get started by filling out our inquiry form located below or take advantage of FREE access to our How-To presentation videos developed for conferences worldwide such as the Japan Writers Conference, the Fay B. Kaigler Children’s Literature Conference, and more to learn how to create your own!
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Rate: Varies
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Book Blurbs
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Your blurb is your book's pitch—a brief description of a book that serves as a plot summary and presents a compelling sales hook. You can find them on book jackets and on the Amazon sales page of your book. But with so many fish in the sea, let us help you reel in your readers with an enticing book blurb.
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Rate: Varies
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