Most frequently asked questions
Are your services exclusively online?
- We can work exclusively online.
- We will be in constant communication, even if only by email.
- We can communicate through Skype, Facebook messenger, or email.
- A 10-minute consultation session is included with every non-consultation service.
- Additional consultation services can be booked.
- Secure payments are made online.
- Files are submitted and returned online.
What services do you offer authors?
- Consulting – What should I know and what steps should I follow?
- Indie-publishing and self-publishing coaching.
- Paperback and eBook formatting, proofreading, and copy editing.
- Best font choices. Suggestions and recommendations.
- Book cover and interior book design/formatting coaching.
- Account creation: Ingram Spark, Amazon CreateSpace / KDP, Smashwords.
- Website content and design.
- ISBN information. How many numbers do I need?
- Online research.
- Marketing Coaching.
- How to make the most out of social media platforms.
- Special requests.
- All the little things, and more.
What services do you offer bloggers, businesses, and individuals?
- Consulting – What’s involved and what steps should I follow?
- Blog content and creation coaching and assistance.
- Am I writing a blog or an article? Coaching.
- Formatting, proofreading, and copy editing.
- English-French / French-English translation.
- Writing tips for non-native speakers.
- Online research.
- Marketing Coaching.
- How to make the most out of social media platforms.
- Special requests.
- All the little things, and more.
How long have you been offering your services?
- For more than 10 years!
How much will it cost?
- The cost will depend on the project(s) and service(s) requested.
- Please visit our services or our shop for detailed pricing and information.
- Add to cart to calculate the total cost. You can easily remove items from the cart anytime.
- We believe that “self-publishing education” is an affordable investment and that our prices reflect every Indie’s budget.
- If you have a special request or would like a quote tailored to your specific needs, don’t hesitate to contact us.
How do I order?
- You can order directly from our shop page.
How long will it take? A couple of hours, days, or weeks?
- The turnaround will depend on the length and complexity of the project(s) and service(s) requested.
- A 1,000 word document takes less time to prepare than an 85,000 word manuscript.
- An eBook cover takes less time to design than a paperback cover.
- Proofreading takes less time than copy editing.
- Formatting a text with special characters and images takes longer.
- Depending on the complexity and amount of information, research turnaround times can vary.
Who can benefit from consulting services?
- Everyone! Authors, bloggers, and writers who …
- might prefer to speak with someone than spend hours online.
- may have read and received conflicting information.
- have questions and aren’t quite sure how to proceed.
- are not sure if they want to self-publish.
- may need help formatting their document.
- would like to have their work proofread and/or copy edited.
- may be creating a new menu, pamphlet, or website, or blog.
- have to write reports, emails, and other correspondence.
- want their blog(s) to pop and be free or spelling and grammar errors.
- don’t have time to do research.
- want to speak with someone about marketing, book covers, etc …
- And … Anyone who might benefit from our services.
Do I need copy editing or proofreading?
- Copy editing comes after formatting and includes proofreading, sentence structure, word choice, repetition, consistency, acronyms, etc …
- Proofreading is the final step. Proofreaders check spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
How do I make a payment?
- You can do all your shopping online! Visit our SHOP.
- You will be able to securely order your service(s) and make a secure payment.
What file types do I send? What should I name them?
- We accept word files.
- We ask that files be named yourname_projectname_date.doc
- We accept image files. You can send us .jpg, png, or gif formats.
- We ask that files be named yourname_projectname_date.jpg/png/gif.
- If your file is a .pdf file, we will accept it and for a nominal fee, convert it to a word file or image format.
How do I send my files?
- You will receive an order confirmation with a password.
- Please enter your password on our UPLOAD page.
- You will have access to a protected page where you can securely upload your file.
- Do not hesitate to contact us @bookbroadcaster on Facebook. We can use messenger.
- You will also find our SKYPE name on your order confirmation.
How will you return my text files?
- We will send you two-word documents and a .pdf by email.
- One with clearly identified changes.
- One with the changes incorporated into the document.
- One ready-to-publish .pdf document of the approved and final version. (Print ready)
How will you send me the results of the research you’ve done?
- We will send you a .pdf and/or word document by email.
- We take copyright and plagiarism very seriously.
- You will receive one or more documents with detailed information as well as links to the websites that contain the information you requested.
- We cite all sources and include links to the original document if a “copy and paste” is necessary.
- For image files, you will receive the website name and link as well as the image name and number.
How many changes can I make once the work is returned to me?
- If there is oversight on our part, we will make all necessary changes once, free of charge.
- We offer one free revision. Please note that a revision is not a re-write. We will make up to 10 word changes (changes/additions/deletions) per 1500 words, up to 10 punctuation changes per 1500 words, and up to 5 find and replace word changes free of charge.
- We may make a few other minor changes, as requested.
What about major changes?
- We understand the need for authors to make last-minute changes, including major changes and we would be happy to do them.
- We offer a REVISION option that can be ordered through our storefront.
- We are typically asked to do paragraph deletions/ moves/ additions, character name changes/additions/deletions, terminology changes, font changes, and the list goes on.
- Changes are perfectly understandable and often necessary, however, we are unable to include major changes in the original service cost.
Who does the work?
- Reliable and seasoned professionals who specialize in editing, writing, graphic design, fonts, and who have all necessary skills to ensure success.
What about copyright?
- We take copyright and plagiarism very seriously.
- We take privacy and confidentiality very seriously.
- You retain ownership and copyright of your work. It is original and your intellectual property.
- We can coach you on how to officially copyright your work.
- The information and documents you submit are only used for completion of requested services by us and freelancers.
- All information and documents are kept confidential during and after the completion of requested services.
- We do not give, sell, or transfer any information or documents to third parties.
- Freelancers who work for us ensure privacy and confidentiality.
- We do not share your contact details or email address with any organizations.
What various clients have said
- The comments on the last book are most enthusiastic. JP
- You did a fabulous job. Thank you. CM
- The book is most impressive and I love the different fonts. MB
- What a lovely book! JL
- I received copies of my book and it looks great! GW
- There have been a few sales and people love the cover. RS
I want to learn English – If you would like to learn English or perfect your oral or written skills, we can help!
- Just contact us using the contact form. We will send you information and answer any questions you might have.
- We invite you to visit eslcafelessons.com
- Book one or more lessons online. It’s easy and it’s secure.
- We use Skype and Zoom, but we’re open to other options! Just ask!
- You will find a bunch of free resources here, so let’s get started!
I have other questions.
- You can ask us questions anytime.
- Visit our SHOP page or get started now!