Indie Publishing Services
Publishing Pathway Coaching / Consultation
If you're an author who has already decided to independently publish or an author who is not yet sure which path to take, the services below are for you. Even though these steps might look complicated, when you work with me I'll make the journey as easy and as fun as possible! I love helping authors achieve their dream of a published book!
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PLEASE NOTE: I am now booking 2027 launches. Reserve your spot soon! Consultation slots are usually available within 3 weeks of inquiry.
For marketing assistance: limited availability for late 2026. Please check in to see if our schedules mesh!
What clients are saying . . .
“Valerie’s guidance, wisdom, and invaluable assistance has
promoted my books to more people and places than I could have
imagined.” – Award-winning author, Nick Chiarkas“Valerie turned a daunting project into an exciting and creative process.
I love the end-result and so do my colleagues and readers.“ – author
Maryclaire Torinus (Hospice Help Pro)“Working with Valerie is an opportunity every independent author should
seriously consider.” – Rex Owens, author of The Life & Times of Rowan
Daly“Valerie Biel’s energy and enthusiasm for helping fellow writers achieve
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freely shares her favorite tips.” – author Amy Laundrie
Publishing Pathway Consultation / Coaching
A clear, personalized roadmap that eliminates the guesswork and costly missteps.
In this 90-minute strategy session, we’ll evaluate your goals, your manuscript, and your long-term vision to determine the best publishing route—so you can move forward with confidence and purpose.
During your session, we will:
- Clarify your publishing goals
- Evaluate where your manuscript stands in the market
- Identify the best publishing pathway based on your timeline, genre, and platform
- Break down realistic expectations for cost, timeline, and return on investment
- Address your specific questions and challenges
You’ll walk away with insight into the publishing industry and confidence in your publishing decisions, along with a post-call roadmap (PDF doc) that includes:
- A personalized publication strategy tailored to your book and goals
- Clear next steps (no more second-guessing)
Investment: $350
(NOTE: $100 credit on the purchase of any other publishing / launch / marketing service priced at $600 or more within one year post consultation.)
For Authors Pursuing Traditional Publishing:
Traditional Publishing Pitch Package
Position your book for serious consideration in the traditional publishing world. This hands-on service combines strategic targeting, industry research, and refinement of your submission materials—so you’re querying with purpose.
All packages include initial one-hour consultation to discuss manuscript readiness, publishing goals, and timeline.
Tier 1 / Lite Package: $400
- Query letter edit
- Agent / publisher list of 15 select targets
Tier 2 / Mid-level Package: $650
- Query letter edit
- Synopsis feedback
- Agent / publisher list of 40 select targets
- Strategy guidance
Tier 3 / Premium Package: $1250
- Editing of query, synopsis, and manuscript first 10 pages
- Agent / publisher list of 80 select targets
- Strategy guidance and follow-up support, including revision strategy based on editorial feedback
For Indie Publishing Authors:
Interior Production and Quality Review
Formatting and Proofreading
Professional interior design and preparation of both print and ebook files.
- Trim size selection
- Interior layout and typography selection
- Chapter styling and decorative elements
- Coordination of front matter and back matter
Deliverables include:
- Print-ready PDF for paperback/hardcover
- EPUB file for ebook distribution
- One author review round for minor text or spacing adjustments
- Final proofreading pass before publication
Starting at $1,200
Optional Service:
Your own imprint setup in the ISBN system - $150
For Indie Publishing Authors:
Distribution Setup
Publishing Platform Setup
Technical setup and upload to the IngramSpark & Amazon KDP publishing platforms, including:
- Interior and cover file uploads
- Configuration of metadata and distribution settings
- Review of digital proofs
- Assistance with ordering print proof copies
These accounts are author created, so author retains full ownership and access to sales reporting and payment settings.
Investment: $350
Optional Service:
Draft2Digital Ebook Distribution — $100
Technical setup and load in of your ebook to the Draft2Digital distribution platform for distribution to ebook retailers and library markets beyond Kindle.
For Indie Publishing Authors:
Metadata and Retail Positioning
Metadata Optimization Package
Strategic positioning based on analysis of comparable titles.
Includes:
- Amazon category selection
- Keyword phrase research and selection
- Optimized book description
- Retail pricing strategy discussion
Investment: $500
For Indie Publishing Authors:
Premium Launch Preparation Package
Strategic elements that encourage sales, reviewers, and subscribers to build long-term readership.
- Amazon product page optimization including editorial reviews and A+ content design
- Book description optimization for stronger presentation
- Strategic back matter designed to encourage reader engagement, reviews, and newsletter subscriber sign-ups.
Investment: $900
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