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.
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
 
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
 
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
 
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.
Start OnboardingFrequently 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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