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Book Formatting Services for Print and Ebook

Our book formatting services turn your final manuscript into files that look professional and pass every retailer's checks. We format paperbacks, hardcovers and ebooks for Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Apple Books and more. So your book reads well on paper and on any screen.

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What Our Book Formatting Services Include

Good formatting is easy to miss when it is done well. But readers notice right away when it is done badly.

  • Print-Ready PDF

    We set your trim size, margins, gutters and bleed to match your printer. Then we export a print-ready PDF that uploads without errors.

  • Reflowable Ebook Files

    We build clean EPUB files for Kindle, Apple Books, Kobo and Google Play. Your ebook will adapt to any screen size, font or device.

  • Chapter Design and Typography

    Chapter openings, drop caps, scene breaks and headers all follow one clear style. In addition, we choose fonts that are easy to read for hours.

  • Images, Tables and Notes

    For nonfiction, we place photos, charts, tables and footnotes so they sit near the text they support and stay sharp in print.

Upload Once, With No Rejections

Files built to each platform's rules save you weeks of trial, error and resubmission.

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How Our Formatting Process Works

You always know which stage your book is at and who is working on it.

  1. 01

    Choose Your Formats

    First, we agree on your trim size, paper, ebook stores and any special needs, such as photos or a large-print edition.

  2. 02

    Design Sample Pages

    Next, we send sample pages, including a chapter opening. You pick the look before we format the whole book.

  3. 03

    Full Layout and Proof

    Then we lay out every page and send you a proof. You mark any last changes, and we make them.

  4. 04

    Final Files Delivered

    Finally, you get your print PDF and ebook files, tested on real devices. They are ready to upload or hand to a printer.

Formatting That Works on Every Platform

Each retailer has its own rules for margins, fonts, images and file types. A file that works on one store can fail on another. We know these rules well, so your files pass the first time on every platform you choose.

Formatting also shapes how your book feels in a reader's hands. Comfortable line spacing, balanced pages and clear chapter starts all make reading easier. As a result, readers spend less time noticing the page and more time enjoying your words.

We format after your text is final, so start with our book proofreading services if you have not had a final check. For a fully custom look, see our book interior design service. When your files are ready, we can also take care of Amazon KDP publishing for you.

Print and ebook pages laid out by our book formatting services

What our authors say

  • Because Ordwick handles both the interior design and the technical formatting under one roof, none of the beautiful typography my designer chose was lost when the book was converted into an e-reader file. They know exactly how to translate a great design into a technically compliant file across every retailer.

    Elena M.

    Independent Novelist

  • Print-on-demand platforms are notoriously strict about bleed, margins, and trim size. My interior print files were rejected three times before I finally hired Ordwick. They adjusted the layout to meet the exact technical specifications, and my book passed the platform compliance check on their very first upload. I'll never format a print book myself again.

    Marcus T.

    Non-Fiction Author

  • I didn't realize that Amazon, Apple Books, and IngramSpark all require slightly different file structures. Ordwick’s in-house team handled all of them simultaneously. Instead of wrestling with technical requirements for weeks, I was handed a neat package of perfectly formatted files, ready to upload to every platform without a single error.

    David K.

    Entrepreneur & Author

  • Ordwick didn't just publish my book; they treated it like a piece of architecture. Every font choice, every margin, every marketing move was intentional and precise.

    Marisol Reyes

    Author Of 'the Architecture Of Silence

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Book Formatting FAQs

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What file formats will I receive?

You will get a print-ready PDF for paperback or hardcover, plus EPUB files for ebook stores. Amazon KDP accepts EPUB for Kindle, so one ebook file covers most stores.

Can you format my book for Amazon KDP and IngramSpark?

Yes. We format for KDP, IngramSpark, Barnes & Noble Press, Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play Books and Lulu. We can also build separate files if two stores need different specs.

What is the difference between formatting and interior design?

Formatting gives your book a clean, professional layout using a proven template. Interior design creates a custom look, with unique fonts, ornaments and chapter art. Many novels only need formatting.

Can you format books with photos, tables or footnotes?

Yes. We format cookbooks, memoirs with photos, business books with charts, and academic books with notes and references.

How much do your book formatting services cost?

We quote each book on its own. The price depends on page count, number of formats and how many images or tables your book has. Ask for a free quote.

Can I get changes after the files are done?

Yes. Small changes are easy, and we keep your files on hand. Just send us your edits and we will update them.

Get a Quote for Book Formatting

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  • A personal reply from an editor, not a sales team
  • Your manuscript is kept confidential
  • A clear quote with no obligation

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