Free publishing budget calculator

What could your publishing workflow cost?

Model common editing, cover and launch choices before you ask providers for quotes or commit to a production plan.

Manuscript word countEditorial supportCover approachLaunch and marketing budget

$2,475–$3,990

Estimated outside-services budget for the choices above. Printing, ads, ISBN purchases, distribution fees and PocketAuthor plan costs are not included.

Illustrative USD ranges only. Ask providers for written quotes before committing to a production budget.