Comprehensive Book Composition:
From Manuscript to Print-Ready PDF and ePub
Comprehensive Book Composition:
From Manuscript to Print-Ready PDF and ePub
Streamline your book’s journey from manuscript to print and eBook with our comprehensive composition package. From custom design and professional typesetting to accessible ePub formats and print-ready PDFs, we handle every detail.
Since e-formats are the starting point for all books, whether in print or eBook form, we provide this comprehensive option for authors and publishers.
- Custom design/graphic layout
- Professional typesetting
- Collaborative refinement of the initial product
- Print-Ready PDF for print production
- Accessible eBook formats ready for distribution through Amazon/Kindle, Apple, Kobo, Google and others
- InDesign package for future editions or revisions
How to place a Book Composition order and what to expect:
1. Create Title and Place Order
1. Create Title and Place Order
Use your account to add the title, move it and place an order.
Choose "Universal Publishing Package" from the order form (see below.)

2. Receive Order Confirmation
3. Upload Source File(s)
After the title has been created on the platform, use the "Upload Source Files" button on the Title View to open the folder associated with the title and upload the source files we will need to perform the composition work. Essentially we need a copy-edited/final manuscript in unicode. This may take the form of a Word document + image files for interior or cover. Sample layouts and notes on style are welcome. If there is a house Style Sheet, please add it to this folder.
4. Defining the Requirements
4. Defining the Requirements
If we have questions after reviewing the source files you provide, we will ask for clarification on the confirmation ticket thread. (Please continue to use the confirmation ticket as the communication channel for questions and change requests until the project is complete.)
5. Choosing a "Demand" (POD) Printer
5. Choosing a "Demand" (POD) Printer
6. Pricing and Payment for Conversion
6. Pricing and Payment for Conversion
For existing clients, if price or other delivery changes are required after the source files have been examined and/or special output requirements have been defined, we will provide any price revisions in the confirmation ticket thread.
For new clients or where prepayment is required, we will send an Invoice asking for payment in advance before initiating the final production process.
7. The Final Production Process
7. The Final Production Process
8. Formats Supplied
8. Formats Supplied
- Print-ready (POD) PDF files for both interior and covers, pre-flighted and ready for upload to Amazon's KDP and/or IngramSpark and/or to a printer of your choice
- Reflowing Accessible ePub3 (suitable for all distribution channels)*
OR Fixed layout ePub3 for Apple, Google and Kobo AND Fixed Layout KPF for Amazon**- Web-enhanced PDF
- The final InDesign package
Guarantees
Guarantees
- Full compliance with accessibility standards
- Compatibility with a wide range of devices and platforms
- Enhanced reading experience for users with disabilities
We test the Amazon ePub on all target devices and apps. These include the legacy e-ink kindles, the Kindle Paperwhite, the Kindle Fire and the Kindle Fire HD. We check the files on apps including: the Kindle Previewer, the Kindle for PC, the Kindle for Mac, the Kindle for iOS devices and the Kindle for Android devices.
Generic ePub2 will be ready for upload to Apple's Bookstore, Kobo, Barnes and Noble's Nook Press, and Google's Playstore to name a few.
Distribution to Portals
Distribution to Portals
Fixed layout KPF is tested on the Kindle Previewer, and the fixed layout ePUB is certified for Apple, Kobo and Google Playstore.
With DPS, you can focus on crafting your stories, confident that your ebooks are reaching the widest audience possible. Choose DesLibris Publishing Solutions and experience the difference of competence, transparency, and affordability. Contact us today for a free consultation. Let’s bring your vision to life in every accessible format.