What The Standard Formatting Package means at Page Turner Studios
It’s the option that keeps your book looking polished, clear, and easy to read, whether someone is holding a paperback
or reading on a device.This page walks you through exactly what you get, how the process works, and what to prepare so there are no surprises.
The Standard Formatting Package is a minimal, clean interior layout built around readability and consistency.
You’ll get:
- A print-ready interior that meets the requirements of your chosen printer (such as KDP or IngramSpark)
- A properly structured ePub that behaves reliably across common eReaders and apps
- A layout style that complements your book without distracting from the writing
This package focuses on simplicity, professional presentation, and platform-ready files.
Who The Standard Formatting Package is for
The Standard Formatting Package is a good fit if:
- You want a clean interior that looks professional without decorative flourishes
- You are publishing on KDP, IngramSpark, or using an independent printer
- You want the production stage handled properly so you can stay focused on writing and publishing
Before Formatting
After Formatting
What you receive with the Standard Formatting Package
1) Print-ready PDF interior
A print-ready interior PDF, sized to your selected trim size and built to meet printer specifications.
Includes:
- Front matter (title page, copyright page, dedication, acknowledgements, contents page where appropriate)
- Chapter styling and consistent paragraph formatting
- Correct margins and gutter settings for binding
- Page numbering and running elements where suitable
- Professional spacing and page flow checks
2) ePub file for eBooks
A structured ePub designed to work across common platforms and devices.
Includes:
- Clean paragraph and heading styles
- Logical chapter breaks
- A working table of contents (navigation that behaves properly)
- Tested export so the book reads cleanly on devices
Fonts and styling
To keep the process consistent and professional, we use a clear baseline style:
- Body text font: YOUNG SERIF at 12pt (unless you specify a different font)
- Heading fonts: We will match the cover style as closely as possible.
This keeps the interior cohesive with your cover and genre tone without over-designing the pages.
What The Standard Formatting Package does not include
Standard formatting is intentionally minimal. It does not include:
- Decorative chapter frames, heavy flourishes, or illustrated internal spreads
- Highly customised scene break icons created from scratch
- Complex special-edition interior design elements intended for premium print runs
If you are planning a special edition interior or want a decorative custom layout, that’s a different package and we can quote it properly.
Ready to Format Your Book Properly?
If your manuscript is finished and professionally edited, the next step is getting the interior built correctly for print and eBook release.
The Standard Formatting Package is designed to remove uncertainty at the production stage and replace it with a clean, reliable outcome. You don’t need to learn printer specifications, wrestle with margins, or hope your eBook behaves properly on devices. That work is handled for you, using proven formatting standards and a process that prioritises readability and consistency.
The result is a professional interior that supports your writing, meets platform requirements, and is ready to publish with confidence. If you want your book to look polished, print correctly, and read smoothly across paperback and eReaders, this package gives you a straightforward path from manuscript to finished files. Place your order and move your book forward without unnecessary delays.
Your step-by-step process from booking to delivery
Step 1: Enquiry and details
You submit a short enquiry so we understand:
- Your name, pen name (if applicable)
- Your book format needs (paperback, ePub, or both)
- Your trim size and printing platform
Step 2: Manuscript questionnaire
We send you our manuscript questionnaire to gather the details that prevent delays, including:
- trim size and printer (KDP, IngramSpark, independent printer)
- chapter preferences (for example, always start chapters on the right, or alternate)
- page break preferences (asterisks, simple divider, or a small icon related to the book)
- any special elements, such as text messages or embedded content
Step 3: Contract and invoice
Once we have the info, we issue your contract and invoice.
Your booking is confirmed upon full payment and a signed agreement.
We also offer PayPal Pay in 4 for authors who prefer to split the cost.
Step 4: Secure manuscript upload
After payment and signed paperwork, we send a confidential upload link so you can submit your manuscript safely.
Important: Manuscript files must be supplied as DOCX.
Step 5: Sample layout approval
We provide a sample layout early so you can confirm the look and feel before the full build proceeds.
This ensures the interior matches the tone you want: clean, minimal, and readable.
Step 6: Full formatting
Once the sample is approved, we format the full interior with careful checks for:
- consistency and readability
- clean chapter transitions
- page flow across the whole manuscript
- print and ePub requirements
Step 7: Final delivery
You receive:
- your print-ready PDF
- your final ePub
Note: You will receive the finished files, not the source file. The source files remain the property of Page Turner Studios.
Turnaround and revisions
Standard turnaround is 7 business days from sample approval to final delivery, or sooner where possible.
We include a 30-day revision window for layout and design refinements, so you have time to review the interior properly.
If a new manuscript file is supplied after formatting begins, or if major text changes are introduced, revisions may require a new scope.
What you’ll need to provide
To keep your project moving smoothly, you’ll need:
- Manuscript file in DOCX
- Book cover image for style reference
- Trim size and printer choice (KDP, IngramSpark, or other)
- Any font preferences (if not using the default)
- Clear notes on special elements (text message formatting, etc.)
Pricing
Standard Formatting Package: From $250 AUD (ex GST)
Includes:
- up to 120k words;
- additional words charged at $10 AUD (ex GST) per 10k block;
- print-ready PDF + ePub files supplied
If you need only one format (print only or ePub only), we can quote accordingly.
Take the Guesswork Out of Book Formatting
Publishing is not the place for shortcuts. A poorly formatted interior undermines the work you’ve already invested in writing and editing.
The Standard Formatting Package exists to ensure your book’s interior meets professional expectations from the first printed copy to the last digital download. Every layout decision is made with the reader and the printing platform in mind, so nothing is left to chance. You receive files that are prepared correctly, tested properly, and ready to upload without last-minute corrections or rework.
If you value clarity, consistency, and a production process that respects your time, this package is the right fit. Secure your formatting slot now and move into publishing knowing your book’s interior has been handled properly from start to finish.
