Fiction Publishing for Local Authors

Your story matters. Whether you’re crafting contemporary fiction, historical drama, crime, romance, YA or short stories, our team helps you shape a manuscript that reads beautifully and looks professional in print and eBook formats. From structural edits to final proofs, we provide clear guidance so you can publish confidently and share your work with pride.

Editorial Support Tailored to Your Novel

  • Manuscript assessment: a high-level read with practical next steps.
  • Structural/developmental editing: character arcs, pacing, plot logic, point of view.
  • Copy-editing & line editing: clarity, consistency, tone, and style.
  • Proofreading: the final polish before publication.

Design That Matches Your Genre

We match typography and layout to market expectations, ensuring your novel looks at home on any bookshelf. Our book design team creates genre-appropriate covers and interiors that appeal to your readers while reflecting your voice.

Publishing Options & Guidance

  • Print & eBook: advice on formats, ISBNs, and print specs.
  • Proofs: physical and PDF proofs for final checks.
  • Launch ideas: practical suggestions for readings, signing events, and local outreach.

We’re local to Newcastle-under-Lyme and serve authors across Staffordshire and the Midlands. If you’re unsure where to start, we’ll help you choose the right editorial pathway for your manuscript and budget.

Next Step

Request a free mini review—share your genre, approximate wordcount, and goals.

Request Manuscript Review

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How We Can Help

We offer support in a range of ways, from reviewing your manuscripts and book proposals to providing clear publishing guidance. Our team delivers professional proofreading, copy-editing, and typesetting for books, academic documents, and more, along with specialist indexing services backed by years of expertise.

Based in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, serving writers across the Potteries and wider region with independent publishing services, proofreading, editing, and creative writing workshops.