Publishing Strategy & Execution for Authors Ready to Finish and Publish with Clarity, Confidence, and Professional Impact..
I work exclusively with authors who are serious about completing, elevating, and publishing books that advance their mission, business, or legacy —without overwhelm or guesswork.
We’ll publish your book for you!
If you’ve ever felt stuck midway through your manuscript, unsure how to turn your ideas into a publishable book, or overwhelmed by the options out there, you’re in the right place. My process is not DIY guidance or cookie-cutter advice — it’s strategic, bespoke support that meets you where you are and moves you forward with clarity and confidence.
Who I Work WITH
These services are designed for authors who:
Are committed to publishing their manuscript in a professional way
Value clarity & confidence over shortcuts
Are ready to invest in the right professional(s)
See their book as a mission, business asset, or legacy project
If you have a fully drafted manuscript or are looking for a complete, bespoke book as your next business asset, you are in the right place. My premium services will ensure you have the right resources to get yourt book to the next level.
Who This Isn’t For
This is not the right fit for:
Authors looking for bargain templates
People who want instant traffic and overnight results
People looking for marketing and book launch help only
If this sounds like you, that’s okay — I can still point you to resources that will help you grow into the right next step.
Check out my Courses page for more information.
Common Concerns
What if I’m not finished writing yet?
That’s okay. This work is best suited for authors who are actively writing and committed to completing their manuscript within a defined timeframe.
What if I’ve never published before?
Experience isn’t required—commitment is. I work with authors who are ready to engage fully in the process and follow strategic guidance.
What if I’m worried I don’t have the time?
This process requires protected writing time and follow-through. If your schedule can’t support that right now, this may not be the right season—and that’s okay.
What if I’m unsure this is the right path for my book?
That’s exactly what the application process helps determine. Clarity comes before commitment.
Is This Right for You?
This service works best for authors who are ready to write, make decisions, and follow through. If you’re still exploring or unsure of your capacity, I recommend starting with my free or self-guided resources instead.
What makes this a high-end service?
Here’s what sets this experience apart:
Strategic book development tailored to your voice
Professional editorial, structure, and market guidance
Accountability frameworks to keep you writing
Tools, frameworks, and support built for long-term success
An approach that serves your mission first, not formulas
Outcomes you can expect…
By the end of our time together, you have:
A confident timeline that honors your bandwidth and ensures that the project moves forward
A published book
Resources for what comes next as a published author
Outcomes may look slightly different based on the package you choose.
The Bronze, Gold and Platinum Packages each offer different levels of publishing and support, all of which end with your complete, published book.
The Bespoke Book package is an entirely customized, done-for-you service, including the book marketing plan you need to bring your business asset to the next level.
Publishing Strategy Intensive — $297
Not sure what your next publishing step should be? Start here.
You don’t need another generic publishing checklist. You need an experienced publishing professional to look at your book, your goals, and your situation and help you determine the smartest path forward.
During this private 90-minute strategy session, we’ll identify where you are in the publishing process, what your book needs next, and the steps required to move from manuscript to professionally published book.
Depending on where you are in the process, we can discuss:
Your publishing roadmap and timeline
KDP, IngramSpark, ISBNs, and distribution
Editing, formatting, and cover-design needs
Book pricing, categories, keywords, and metadata
Launch and Advance Reader Team considerations
The publishing decisions specific to your book
What you should handle yourself—and where professional support may save you time, money, or mistakes
You’ll leave with clarity about what comes next.
This session is ideal for authors who are serious about publishing professionally but aren’t sure what kind of support they need—or who simply want an expert publishing plan before moving forward.
Investment: $297
If you decide within 30 days that you’d like M.J. James Publishing to handle your publishing project, your $297 Strategy Intensive investment can be applied toward an eligible publishing package.
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Bronze, Silver and Gold Packages:
READ the FAQ’s for a seamless experience!
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Publishing Setup $2,500
Your book is finished. Let us handle the publishing process.
Designed for authors who already have their professionally edited, formatted, and cover-ready files but don't want to navigate the technical publishing process alone.
We’ll professionally prepare and publish your book through the appropriate publishing platforms for your goals.
Your Publishing Setup includes:
Publishing-platform account setup and/or configuration
KDP publishing setup
IngramSpark setup when appropriate for your distribution strategy
ISBN and imprint guidance
Book metadata review
Category and keyword guidance
Pricing and distribution guidance
Upload and configuration of your final book files
Digital proof review
Publishing and go-live support
Investment: $2,500
You may reserve your place on our publishing calendar in advance. Publishing work begins once your final edited, formatted, and cover-ready files have been received.
GET MY BOOK PUBLISHED
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Publishing Partnership $6,000
You’re ready to publish—but you don’t want to figure out every step alone.
Designed for authors who want more than technical publishing support, the Publishing Partnership provides strategic guidance and hands-on support throughout the publishing and launch-preparation process.
We’ll help you navigate the decisions, systems, and moving pieces involved in bringing your book professionally to market—while keeping you informed and in control of your project.
Your Publishing Partnership includes:
Everything included in Publishing Setup, plus:
Publishing strategy and personalized project roadmap
Manuscript review from a publishing perspective
Guidance on editing, formatting, cover design, and production decisions
Publishing timeline and milestone planning
KDP and IngramSpark publishing and distribution setup
ISBN, imprint, pricing, category, keyword, and metadata guidance
BookFunnel setup for advance reader distribution
Advance Reader Team strategy
Customized advance reader email sequence
Guidance for your book or author landing page
Launch planning and strategic support
Private publishing coaching throughout the process
Professional review of key publishing assets before launch
More support. Fewer unanswered questions.
Publishing a book involves hundreds of decisions—and costly mistakes are often made long before an author clicks “publish.”
With the Publishing Partnership, you don’t have to navigate those decisions alone. You’ll have experienced publishing guidance throughout the process so you can move forward confidently, understand why decisions are being made, and launch a book that reflects the quality of your work.
Investment: $6,000
A payment plan is available. Your place on our publishing calendar may be reserved in advance.
APPLY FOR PUBLISHING PARTNERSHIP
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Bespoke Publishing- Starting at $22,500
You have the manuscript. We’ll manage the publishing process.
Designed for authors who want a professionally produced book without personally managing the editors, designers, production details, publishing platforms, and countless decisions required to bring it to market.
Our Bespoke Publishing service provides comprehensive publishing project management from manuscript through publication. We assemble and coordinate the professional team, oversee the production process, and guide your book through each stage while you remain the author and retain ownership and creative control of your work.
Your Bespoke Publishing experience may include:
Comprehensive publishing strategy and project roadmap
Publishing project management from manuscript through publication
Professional editing and proofreading
Professional cover design
Interior book design and formatting
Coordination and management of publishing professionals
ISBN and imprint guidance
KDP and IngramSpark publishing and distribution setup
Pricing, categories, keywords, and metadata strategy
Proof review and production coordination
BookFunnel setup for advance reader distribution (optional)
Advance Reader Team strategy and email sequence
Book or author landing-page guidance
Launch planning and strategic support
Publishing guidance throughout the project
Final publication and go-live support
Your book. Professionally managed from manuscript to market.
Instead of coordinating multiple freelancers, learning publishing platforms, tracking production deadlines, and managing every stage yourself, you’ll have one experienced publishing partner overseeing the process.
You remain the author, maintain ownership of your work, and make the important creative decisions. We manage the publishing process required to bring your book professionally to market.
Because every manuscript and publishing project is different, Bespoke Publishing engagements are customized based on the scope and needs of your book.
Investment begins at $22,500.
Custom proposals and payment schedules are provided following an initial consultation.
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*Audiobooks are outside the scope of service but we can connect you to the company we use and recommend.
*Pricing for the Platinum Package depends on book size. The listed price is for a book 15-30k words*
"As publishers, we don't just aim to publish books within the dedicated schedule, we publish dreams, hope, ideas, and visions of respective writers."
What are people saying?
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M.J. handles everything to ensure your book is perfectly set up and ready to launch, working tirelessly—even at the most critical hours—up until everything is flawless.
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From the first time talking to MJ to the last email, she made me feel so supported! Having her come alongside me like she did, Priceless!! She devoted herself to helping me day and night and went over and above of what I ever expected! I am looking forward to walking alongside M.J again for the next books that are to come!!
Forever grateful and blessed by M.J!!
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MJ creates a supportive, collaborative enviornment where you feel safe just throwing ideas around. She helps eliminate the overwhelm in the creative process and brings a level of professionalism that helps you know that the process is being steered by an industry leader.
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MJ built my confidence to keep making progress with her enthusiasm, professionalism and accountability.