Illustration styles vary enormously, from loose watercolor and pencil to bold flat vector art, detailed realism, and manga inspired linework. Rather than offering one house style, we assign an illustrator whose existing work suits your book. You can review portfolios before we begin, and if you have a style in mind, share examples and we will find the closest match.
On the graphic design side, our designers create charts, diagrams, maps, infographics, chapter openers, and icons. In nonfiction, a clear visual can explain an idea faster than a page of text, as long as it is designed with care.
You get the editors, designers, and publishing know-how of a traditional house, but your book stays under your name and your control. You decide on the cover, the price, and where it sells.
Every project starts with a detailed consultation about your story, your readers and your goals. We get to know the book properly before writing, editing, or design begins, so the finished work reflects what you set out to say.
We do not take a share of your sales, and we never ask for your copyright or publishing rights. Every platform account is set up in your name, and the earnings go straight to you.
You see the cost of each service before work starts. You approve every file before anything is published, and you always know what stage your book is at.
A dedicated project manager keeps your schedule on track and replies when you have a question. If something on our side runs late, you hear it from us first.
We publish your book on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, and Kobo. We also set it up with IngramSpark, so bookstores and libraries in many countries can order copies.
We can help build your author brand and plan your launch. That covers social media, Amazon ads, A+ Content, author pages, and press features, all aimed at the readers most likely to buy your book.
Illustration projects run longer than most. These commitments keep them on track.
Sketches first, then final art, so revisions happen when they are least costly.
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All art is delivered at print resolution with correct color settings and bleed.
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Once paid for, the artwork created for your book is yours to use in the book and in your marketing.
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Well-made illustrations and graphics can make a book easier to understand, more enjoyable to read, and more appealing on a shelf. The American Book Services will find the right artist for your book and manage the project from first sketch to final file. Send us your manuscript with a few examples of art you like, and we will suggest illustrators for you to review.
Start ProjectIllustration takes time, and changing finished artwork is expensive. That is why we work in two stages. First, you review rough sketches showing composition, poses, and layout for each image. Once you approve the sketches, the illustrator creates the final art. You can request changes at both stages, but making them at the sketch stage keeps your project on schedule and on budget.
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Character design comes first on any illustrated story. We create character sheets showing each character from several angles and with several expressions, which keeps them consistent across the book. For fantasy and adventure stories, we draw maps of your world. For children's books, we plan each spread with you so the art and text work together. Share your project with The American Book Services and ask about illustration styles.
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Our writers, editors, proofreaders, and designers have worked on novels, memoirs, nonfiction, children’s books, business titles, and academic writing. Every project is different, and we treat it that way, matching each book with people who know its genre and its readers. On the visual side, our illustrators and cover designers make sure each book looks as good as it reads, in print and online. Take a look at some of the books we have worked on.
Most authors end up juggling an editor, a designer, and a publisher, each with their own timeline. At The American Book Services, one team handles it all. That covers writing support, editing, proofreading, covers, illustrations, formatting, publishing, and promotion. You pick what your book needs and skip what it does not. You approve every step; your book is published under your name, and every royalty it earns goes straight to you.
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At The American Book Services, we offer a complete range of writing and editing services, including book writing, ghostwriting, fiction writing, developmental editing, line editing, copyediting, and proofreading. Our writers and editors work closely with you at every stage, from the first outline to the final proofread, so your manuscript is polished, consistent, and ready for publication.
At The American Book Services, our design and illustration services include custom cover design, full print wraps with spine and back cover, interior formatting for print and eBook, and original illustrations such as character art, maps, and graphics. Every design is built to your genre and prepared to the exact specifications of your printer and retailers.
Yes. At The American Book Services, you keep 100% of the rights to your book, including your manuscript, cover, and artwork, and you make the final decisions on content, pricing, and distribution. We do not take any share of your royalties. All earnings are paid by the platforms directly into your own account.
At The American Book Services, timelines depend on the services your book needs. A finished manuscript that only needs editing, design, and publishing setup is completed much faster than a book written from scratch, which typically takes several months. Before any work begins, we give you a clear schedule with a date for every stage.
At The American Book Services, pricing depends on the services you choose, the length of your book, and the level of work involved. We do not force you into fixed packages, so you pay only for what your book actually needs. You receive a detailed written quote before work begins, with no hidden fees.
Yes. At The American Book Services, nothing is published without your approval. You review and sign off on your outline, edits, cover design, and final proofs, and a dedicated project manager keeps you informed and answers your questions throughout the process.
