Scend Publishing

Transparent, author-first services — from editing and design to ISBN, KDP setup, and retail readiness. Built for South African authors.

Publishing Packages

Choose a tier now — we’ll tailor specifics during onboarding.

Best for first book

Starter

Essentials to get your manuscript retail-ready.

  • ISBN (print & eBook) guidance
  • KDP account + title setup
  • Basic cover (front only)
  • Interior template & layout
  • Proof upload & checklist
Enquire about Starter
Most popular

Standard

Professional polish for both print and eBook.

  • Everything in Starter
  • Full wrap cover (print) + eBook cover
  • Light copy-edit (up to agreed word limit)
  • Retail metadata & pricing guidance
  • Amazon Author Page setup
Enquire about Standard
Complete service

Pro

End-to-end support, including marketing assets.

  • Everything in Standard
  • Deeper edit & proofing cycle
  • Advanced layout (figures/tables/images)
  • Launch kit: mockups & social assets
  • Bookstore outreach advisory
Enquire about Pro

Final quotes depend on manuscript length/complexity. Editing is priced per word/page. We’ll confirm timelines during onboarding.

Ready to get started?

Tell us about your manuscript, target format (print/eBook), and launch goals. We’ll reply with next steps and a tailored quote.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you handle ISBNs?

Yes — we guide print and eBook ISBNs and ensure your metadata is consistent across retailers.

Can you publish only an eBook?

Absolutely. We can do eBook-only with a matching cover and proper EPUB/KDP setup.

Do you support marketing and launch?

Yes. We provide launch assets (mockups, social posts) and guidance for pricing, categories, and positioning.

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