Welcome to Bolster Book Services
Bolster Book Services is the professional home of A J Bolster’s work across author services, reader communities, and school stage performance licensing.
Whether you’re an author, a reader, or an educator, you’ll find the right place below.
A supportive space for writers and readers.
👉 Plays & Performance Licensing
Stage plays for schools, youth theatre, and drama groups.
Professional book formatting, publishing setup, and author support.
Professional Book Formatting, Publishing & Author Support by A J Bolster
Bring your manuscript to life with expert formatting support from Bolster Book Services — where every detail, from clean layout to final upload, is handled with care.
Whether you’re preparing your first book or refining your next release, I’ll ensure your interior looks professional, polished, and ready for publication.
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Book Formatting for Print and eBook
As a published author myself, I understand the journey from manuscript to finished book. I know how important it is for your book to look professional inside and out.
Through Bolster Book Services, I help indie authors prepare their manuscripts for publication with clean, consistent formatting for both ebook and print.
Your story deserves to look professional on every device and in every format.
I can prepare your book for:
- Kindle (KDP)
- Paperback and hardback editions
- EPUB (Draft2Digital, Apple Books, Kobo)
- Audiobook scripts (ACX-ready formatting)
Every project is formatted to industry standards for margins, bleed, and typography ensuring your book passes technical checks and is ready to publish with confidence.
Not sure what you need? Request a quote and I’ll guide you to the right option.
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My Services
Interior Formatting
I specialise in clean, professional interior formatting that ensures your book is ready for publication without the stress of figuring it all out yourself
What’s Included
- Clean, professionally structured layout for a polished reader experience
- Consistent chapter styling and typography throughout
- Correct pagination, spacing, and flow across your manuscript
- Clickable table of contents (ebook)
- Page numbers and headers (print)
- Delivery of priint-ready PDF and/or EPUB files
- Files formatted to meet KDP and publishing platform specifications
- Guidance notes for uploading to KDP
What’s NOT Included
- Cover design (cover formatting available as an add-on)
- Proofreading or editing services
- Major content rewrites after formatting has begun
You can choose from the packages below depending on whether you need an ebook, print, or full-service formatting.
Choose the Right Formatting Package for Your Book
All packages are designed to give you a clean, professional result — simply choose the level of support you need.
Packages & Pricing
Basic £120
Ebook Interior Formatting
- Interior formatting for ebook only
- Up to 80,000 words
- Clean, professional layout
- Clickable table of contents
- 1 round of revisions
- Delivery: EPUB file ready for upload
Standard £220
Print Interior Formatting
- Interior formatting for print only (paperback/hardback)
- Up to 80,000 words
- Proper margins, gutters & pagination
- Chapter styling and layout consistency
- Headers, footers & page numbers
- One round of revisions
- Delivery: Print-ready PDF
Best for authors publishing ebook-only titles
Best for straightforward print books with minimal complexity
Complete £320
Ebook + Print Interior Formatting
- Interior formatting for both ebook and print
- Up to 80,000 words
- Consistent styling across both formats
- Clickable TOC (ebook) + print-ready layout
- Two rounds of revisions
- Delivery: EPUB + print-ready PDF
Premium £420
Ebook + Print Interior Formatting with Full Support
- Everything in Complete, plus:
- Up to 120,000 words
- Three rounds of revisions
- Advanced layout handling (images, memoirs, complex structure)
- Full pagination audit & layout balancing
- Problem-solving & technical fixes (e.g. EPUB issues, spacing, section breaks)
- Priority turnaround
- Delivery: EPUB + print-ready PDF
Most popular for authors publishing in both formats
Best for complex manuscripts or authors who want hands-on support
Every project is quoted based on manuscript complexity, images, and formatting requirements. The above packages act as a guide.
Add-On Services
Optional extras to support your publishing journey and ensure everything is ready for upload.
Cover File Preparation £60
Already have your cover design but need it correctly sized and formatted for publishing platforms? I can prepare your cover so it’s ready to upload without errors or guesswork.
✔ What’s Included:
- Resize and format your cover to match your book specifications
- Spine width calculation based on final page count
- Full wrap adjustment (front, spine, back)
- KDP-ready PDF export
- Basic checks to ensure correct alignment and sizing
HOW IT WORKS
- Send your cover artwork
- I’ll format it to your final book specifications
- You’ll receive a print-ready cover file ready for upload
Payment Terms
- Deposit: A 50% deposit secures your booking (full payment required for projects under £150)
- Final Payment: Once you’re happy with the final files, the remaining balance is due before delivery of your print-ready PDF and/or EPUB files
All work includes a set number of revision rounds depending on your selected package.
Final Pre-Upload Check £60
Want peace of mind before you hit publish? I’ll review your files and settings to make sure everything is ready for a smooth upload.
✔ What’s Included:
- Final check of your print PDF and/or EPUB file
- Review of trim size, margins, and layout setup
- Table of contents and navigation check (ebook)
- Basic review of KDP settings before submission
- Guidance on any final adjustments if needed
HOW IT WORKS
- Send your final files and upload details
- I’ll review everything and flag any issues
- You’ll receive clear guidance so you can upload with confidence
Payment Terms
- Deposit: A 50% deposit secures your booking (full payment required for projects under £150)
- Final Payment: Once you’re happy with the final files, the remaining balance is due before delivery of your print-ready PDF and/or EPUB files
All work includes a set number of revision rounds depending on your selected package.
Why Work With Me
Why Use Book Formatting Services
Ready to Get Started?
Ready to publish with confidence?
Let Bolster Book Services handle the technical details so you can focus on your writing. See how I format The Snoops and the Hidden Switch on the Books page
Get in touch today to discuss your book project and receive professional, print-ready formatting that makes your work shine — on Kindle, in print, and everywhere your story belongs.