THE FOUNDATION PACKAGE
Great Books Need Strong Foundations
Whether you are a first-time author looking for a steady partner at your side or a published author who knows how tricky it can be out there on your own, the ColePress Foundation Package delivers the essentials with guidance, clarity, and support, giving you the confidence and structure you need to bring your book into the world without feeling overwhelmed by the process.
$6,000
2 Editorial Meetings
You’ll meet twice with your editor. once early to review initial notes and once near the end to confirm final adjustments before your book moves into publication.
1 Proofread + 1 Copyedit
Your manuscript gets two layers of polish: a thorough copyedit to refine clarity, flow, and consistency, followed by a final proofread to catch lingering errors before publication.
2 Custom Cover
Design Options
You’ll receive two professionally crafted cover concepts tailored to your genre, audience, and style. giving you clear creative choices and a strong visual direction for your book.
Interior Layout
& Formatting
Your manuscript is professionally formatted for print and digital. ensuring clean typography, balanced spacing, and a polished interior layout that meets industry standards and enhances readability.
Global Print Distribution
(w/ISBN)
Your book is assigned a unique ISBN and distributed worldwide through major channels, making it available for bookstores, libraries, and readers across the globe.
Local & National
Media Engagement
We pitch your book to targeted local and national media outlets. helping you earn interviews, features, and press coverage that builds credibility and expands your audience.
Release, Pricing,
& Launch Guidance
We help you choose the right release date, set strategic pricing, and plan a focused launch that positions your book for strong early momentum and visibility.
Audiobook &
Author Website Consultation
We review your audiobook and author-website plans. offering guidance on platforms, structure, and strategy so you can build a cohesive presence that supports your long-term goals.
Promotion on ColePress
Website & Social Channels
We spotlight your book on the ColePress website and social channels. giving you added visibility, credibility, and an early promotional boost to reach new readers.
Book Tour Kit
We equip you with a ready-to-use book tour kit. including talking points, event tips, signage guidance, and outreach templates to help you confidently navigate readings and appearances.
Foundation Toolkit
You receive a practical Foundation Toolkit, a curated binder of clear one-page
guides developed over time to
help you navigate publishing decisions with confidence and focus.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: THE FOUNDATION PACKAGE
The Foundation Package is built for first-time or early-career authors who want professional guidance, a polished book, global distribution, and a supportive partner without stepping into a high-investment tier.
Yes. Your cover, interior, and formatting follow industry standards used by major publishers, ensuring your book is bookstore-ready and visually competitive.
Hybrid publishing gives you significantly higher royalties than traditional publishing. With ColePress, you retain full rights and our contract royalty rate is 90% of net proceeds from each sale. Your exact rate will depend on retailer distribution fees, but you will see far better returns than you would with a traditional publisher or even most hybrid publishers.
Yes. As a hybrid publisher, ColePress ensures you keep full ownership of your work while partnering with us for production and distribution.
The first meeting reviews your editor’s initial notes and recommended improvements. The second confirms final adjustments before formatting and publishing so your book is ready for market.
Copyediting improves clarity, flow, consistency, and tone. Proofreading happens at the end to catch lingering errors like typos, spacing issues, and small formatting glitches.
A professional designer creates two custom concepts based on your genre, audience, and vision. You choose the direction, and we refine from there.
Timelines vary by manuscript length and revision speed. Most Foundation authors move from acceptance to publication in three to six months.
Your book receives its own ISBN and is distributed through major channels so readers, libraries, and retailers worldwide can order it. Availability is global, but printing is on demand.
Yes. You receive a media engagement push, ColePress promotional support, launch guidance, and a practical tool kit to help you navigate your early marketing steps confidently. We have other package that include more direct involvement in marketing activities if that’s something you’re interested in.
A completed manuscript, your basic author information, and a willingness to collaborate. We’ll guide you through every step from editing to launch.
Many first-time authors don’t have the full amount upfront. We offer flexible payment options so you can begin the process without delaying your publishing goals. If you’re committed to finishing your book, we’ll work with you to find a manageable structure.
Ready to build your foundation?
Take the first step toward publishing your book with a partner who’s got your back from draft to launch.