Publish my book in the USA: how it works
Harmony Publishing helps authors publish their book in the United States from start to finish: editing, cover design, interior layout, ISBN, printing, and distribution on Amazon and worldwide. You keep full rights to your book and 100% of your royalties.
In short: packages from $699 to $9,999, most books published in 6 to 8 weeks, 50% to begin and the balance on approval, and your book on Amazon with 100% of the royalties going to you.
How to publish your book in the USA in five steps
- 1Send us your manuscript. A Word (.docx) file is ideal, in any genre and at any length. Tell us your goals: print, eBook or both, and how many copies.
- 2We edit and format it. Your manuscript is edited to the level your package includes and laid out as a professional, print-ready interior.
- 3We design your cover and set up the ISBN. Your cover is designed for your trim size and page count, with the ISBN and barcode in place.
- 4You approve the final files. You review the interior and cover. Payment is 50% to begin and the balance when you approve the design.
- 5We print and publish. Your printed copies are delivered to you, and your book is published as an eBook and in print on Amazon and other retailers.
What every package includes
- Book editing (copyediting and proofreading, or deeper editorial work on the larger packages)
- Cover design, with the ISBN and barcode integrated
- Interior layout and typesetting, as a print-ready file for your trim size
- ISBN and barcode setup
- Book printing: paperback, hardcover or a single copy
- eBook conversion and distribution, including Amazon
- 100% of your royalties and full rights, always yours
What each package includes in detail, with current prices:
Book Publishing
Packages & Pricing
Choose the publishing package that's right for your book and budget.
Essentials
- Basic Cover Design
- Book Interior Design
- ISBN Assignment
- Account Setup & Full Publishing Submission (KDP / IngramSpark)
- Distribution Network Worldwide
- 100% royalty to the author
Complete
- 25 softcover books
- eBook conversion & distribution
- Print On Demand distribution
- ISBN barcode
- Standard Cover Design
- Printed book & eBook interior formatting
- Book promotion
- 100% royalty to the author
Premium
- Professional Copyediting & Proofreading (Up to 60,000 words)
- 50 softcover books
- eBook conversion & distribution
- Print On Demand distribution
- ISBN barcode
- Deluxe Cover Design
- Printed book & eBook interior formatting
- Creatives for Social Media
Rockstar
- Comprehensive Developmental & Editorial Review (Up to 80,000 words)
- 50 Softcover And 20 Hardcover Books (Mix & Match)
- eBook conversion & distribution
- Print On Demand distribution
- ISBN barcode
- Deluxe Cover Design
- Printed book & eBook interior formatting
- Creatives for Social Media
Legend
- Ghostwriting Service (Up to 50,000 words / 200 pages)
- 200 Hardcovers & 300 Softcover Books
- eBook conversion & distribution (incl. Amazon)
- Print On Demand distribution
- ISBN barcode
- Deluxe Cover Design
- Amazon SEO Optimization
- Author Website
Not sure which one? Tell us about your book and we'll recommend the right fit.
Printing your book
Already have a finished book, or want more copies than your package includes? Print from one copy to 10,000 in paperback or hardcover, with US delivery. Price your exact book in the book printing calculator, or read about book printing options.
ISBN, Amazon and distribution
A printed book sold in shops, on Amazon or to libraries needs an ISBN. Our packages assign the ISBN and set up your Amazon (Kindle Direct Publishing) and IngramSpark accounts, so your book is available on Amazon and through worldwide distribution. Read more about ISBNs for books and publishing a book on Amazon.
What publishing costs
Your total depends on how much editing your manuscript needs, the cover, and how many printed copies you want. Our packages bundle these at one price. For a full breakdown, see what self-publishing costs.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to publish a book in the USA?
Our complete publishing packages run from $699 (Essentials) to $9,999 (Legend), depending on how much editing, design and how many printed copies you need. Printing extra copies is priced per copy in our book printing calculator. Every quote is valid for 7 days.
How long does it take to publish my book?
Most books go from finished manuscript to published in 6 to 8 weeks.
Do I keep the rights and royalties?
Yes. You keep full rights to your book and 100% of your royalties.
Will my book be on Amazon?
Yes. Our packages include account setup and submission so your book is available on Amazon (Kindle and print) and through worldwide distribution.
Do I need an ISBN to publish in the USA?
You need an ISBN for a printed book sold through shops, Amazon print and libraries. ISBN assignment is included in our packages, and you can also add one on its own when you print with us.
Can I just print copies of my book?
Yes. If your book is already finished, you can print from one copy to 10,000 and have them delivered anywhere in the USA. See book printing for the options and prices.
What do I need to get started?
Your manuscript, an idea of your timeline, and whether you want print, eBook or both. Tell us about your book and we will recommend the package that fits.