What We Offer

From concept to publication and beyond, we work with you through every step of the publishing journey . . . in as little as 12 months.

Write your book

No matter where you are in your writing journey, we’ll bring you from idea to completed manuscript.

  • You have a great idea for a book, but you don’t have enough time to write it. We outline and write a full manuscript based on your ideas and feedback. When we’re done, you’re credited as the sole author and retain full rights to the work.

  • You want to write (or rewrite) a manuscript but don’t know where to start. We provide professional feedback and guide you through the process of organizing your ideas, structuring your manuscript, and polishing your writing.

  • You’ve finished your manuscript, but it isn’t quite where you want it to be. We’ll create a plan to address improvements, collaborating closely with you as we edit and shape the work into the kind of book your audience will be excited to read and recommend.

Create your book

We bring your manuscript to life with a beautiful cover design and professional layout.

  • Custom book cover design includes 3 different initial concepts and up to 3 rounds of revisions to land on a unique final design that you love.

  • We professionally format and design your manuscript to meet industry standards for both print (hardcover and paperback) and digital (ePub) formats—ensuring your content is readable and your ideas stand out.

  • We guide you through the process of preparing your book for sale, including ISBN setup and support with printing and distribution.

Share your book

Get your book into the world, whether your goal is spreading your idea or driving sales.

  • You’ll get a custom author website that reflects your brand, and a clear messaging guide that explains what you do, why you do it, and who it’s for.

  • We work with you to craft clear, compelling messaging that helps you reach more readers, build deeper connections, share your ideas, and keep people engaged with your work.

  • We guide you through email marketing setup, and provide you with social media templates and other tools to help you market your work on your own.

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FAQ

  • The process begins with a free consultation call to determine if the services we offer are a good fit for your project. If yes, that’s great! The fun work begins!

    In phase 1, we’ll focus on completing and polishing your manuscript, designing a beautiful cover, and preparing your book for publication. We’ll also start building an audience by creating your website and establishing your social media presence.

    In Phase 2, we’ll publish and launch your book, focusing our marketing efforts on attracting new readers and boosting sales.

    In Phase 3, we’ll provide you with a straightforward strategy for ongoing marketing and sales. We also explore your long-term goals, such as securing speaking engagements, generating interest in a second book, or launching an educational program.

  • Our model can take your book from idea to publication in as few as six months.

    That may seem quick, but the efficiency comes from our decades of experience with writing, designing, publishing, and marketing books. We have the expertise and dedication to guide you every step of the way and keep the project on schedule. While you’ll have plenty of opportunities to provide input, we’ll handle the bulk of the work, allowing you to focus more of your energy on your existing professional commitments.

  • You’ll be working directly with Kyle, Anna, and Stephen. We believe that close collaboration with the team behind your book leads to the best outcomes.

    With a combined 40 years of experience in the publishing industry, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

  • Since each project is unique, our pricing varies accordingly. Typically, a full-service* publishing package can range anywhere between $45,000 to $80,000. During our initial consultation, we’ll discuss your specific needs and outline what your publishing package will include.

    *A la carte services are also available for smaller projects.

  • Yes! When you publish with Ascender, you retain full ownership of all the work we create together—no exceptions. Plus, since you pay for our services over the course of the six-month process, you’ll receive 100% of the profits from your book sales, now and for as long as your book is available.

  • When you self-publish, you take on the responsibility of writing, editing, designing, publishing, and marketing your book. That’s a lot to manage, and it can consume a significant amount of your time.

    On the other hand, traditional publishing often means sacrificing control over important details, such as your book's cover design, royalty rates, and even some rights to your content.

    At Ascender, you get the best of both worlds. We know how to publish great books, so you won’t have to navigate the process alone. Plus, you’ll retain full control from start to finish, including all rights to everything we help you create.

  • A published book is a gateway to new and greater opportunities in your career. Your book can provide a platform to grow an existing business or career (or launch a new one), demonstrate your authority within your area of expertise, lead to speaking engagements and teaching opportunities, and boost your media exposure.

    We’ll customize your marketing strategies to align with your broader career goals, ensuring that your book makes the greatest possible impact.