Manuscript to eBook Conversion + Brand Guidelines
Budget: $250 – $750 USD
Scope of Work:
Project Overview
Convert completed manuscript (Book 1: Supporting Young Athletes, Ages 3-10) into professional eBook format AND create comprehensive brand guidelines for series consistency.
Deliverables
Part 1: eBook Files
Primary Files:
EPUB format (compatible with most readers)
MOBI/AZW3 format (Kindle-specific)
PDF version (print-replica option)
Technical Requirements:
Responsive formatting for all screen sizes
Functioning table of contents with hyperlinks
Chapter navigation markers
Proper metadata embedding
Clean CSS styling
Image optimization (if applicable)
Part 2: Brand Book/Style Guide
Required Documentation:
Complete CSS stylesheet (exportable)
Visual style guide (PDF format)
Source files for templates
Implementation instructions
Brand Book Components
Typography Standards:
Font families and fallbacks
Size hierarchy (H1-H6, body, captions)
Line height and spacing rules
Special text treatments (quotes, callouts)
Layout Templates:
Chapter opening design
Section break styling
Table/chart formatting
Reference list layout
Bullet/numbered list styling
Color Specifications:
Primary/secondary palette
Text color hierarchy
Hyperlink colors (active/visited)
Background treatments
Element Library:
Icon usage (if any)
Divider styles
Box/sidebar designs
Header/footer patterns
Navigation elements
Technical Documentation:
CSS classes and naming conventions
File structure organization
Image sizing/resolution standards
Metadata template
Platform-specific modifications
Specific Tasks
Document Structure:
Create linked table of contents
Set up chapter breaks and headers
Format subheadings (H1, H2, H3 hierarchy)
Build navigational NCX file
Implement proper page breaks
Text Formatting:
Maintain consistent paragraph spacing
Format bullet points and numbered lists
Style block quotes or callout boxes
Ensure proper indentation
Fix any widows/orphans
Quality Checks:
Validate files using industry-standard tools
Test on multiple devices/apps
Check all internal links
Verify metadata accuracy
Run accessibility compliance check
Required Skills
Experience with Sigil, Calibre, or Vellum
Knowledge of EPUB3 standards
HTML/CSS proficiency
Understanding of Amazon KDP requirements
Design documentation experience
Brand guide creation capability
Portfolio showing similar academic/non-fiction conversions
Project Details
Manuscript Specs:
Word count: Approximately 15,000-20,000
Chapters: 8-10
Images/tables: Minimal (possibly 5-10 tables/figures)
Special elements: Reference lists, citations, callout boxes
Series scope: 4-5 books total
Timeline:
Draft eBook delivery: 5-7 days
Brand book draft: 7-10 days
Revision period: 3 days
Final files: Within 14 days total
MANDATORY SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Your proposal MUST include:
Fixed, all-inclusive price covering:
• Complete eBook conversion (all formats)
• Full brand book/style guide
• Up to 2 rounds of revisions
• All source files and templates
Portfolio demonstrating:
• 2-3 similar eBook conversions
• Sample brand guide or style documentation
Clear statement of what's included in your price
Your standard workflow/process
Tools/software you use
IMPORTANT PRICING NOTICE
Proposals without a complete, fixed budget will be automatically rejected.
No hourly rates
No "starting from" prices
No "contact me for pricing"
No add-on fees after project start
Your quoted price must include everything needed to complete both deliverables.
Payment Terms
Payment Structure:
25% upon contract signing
50% upon draft delivery (both eBook and brand book)
25% upon final approval and file transfer
Budget Expectation: $XXX - $XXX USD (all-inclusive)
Future Work Opportunity
This is Book 1 of a 4-5 book series. Successful completion with quality brand documentation will result in:
3-4 additional eBook conversions at agreed rate
Potential ongoing relationship for future projects
To Apply:
Start your proposal with "I HAVE READ THE FULL SCOPE" and provide your complete fixed price in the first line.
Project Overview
Convert completed manuscript (Book 1: Supporting Young Athletes, Ages 3-10) into professional eBook format AND create comprehensive brand guidelines for series consistency.
Deliverables
Part 1: eBook Files
Primary Files:
EPUB format (compatible with most readers)
MOBI/AZW3 format (Kindle-specific)
PDF version (print-replica option)
Technical Requirements:
Responsive formatting for all screen sizes
Functioning table of contents with hyperlinks
Chapter navigation markers
Proper metadata embedding
Clean CSS styling
Image optimization (if applicable)
Part 2: Brand Book/Style Guide
Required Documentation:
Complete CSS stylesheet (exportable)
Visual style guide (PDF format)
Source files for templates
Implementation instructions
Brand Book Components
Typography Standards:
Font families and fallbacks
Size hierarchy (H1-H6, body, captions)
Line height and spacing rules
Special text treatments (quotes, callouts)
Layout Templates:
Chapter opening design
Section break styling
Table/chart formatting
Reference list layout
Bullet/numbered list styling
Color Specifications:
Primary/secondary palette
Text color hierarchy
Hyperlink colors (active/visited)
Background treatments
Element Library:
Icon usage (if any)
Divider styles
Box/sidebar designs
Header/footer patterns
Navigation elements
Technical Documentation:
CSS classes and naming conventions
File structure organization
Image sizing/resolution standards
Metadata template
Platform-specific modifications
Specific Tasks
Document Structure:
Create linked table of contents
Set up chapter breaks and headers
Format subheadings (H1, H2, H3 hierarchy)
Build navigational NCX file
Implement proper page breaks
Text Formatting:
Maintain consistent paragraph spacing
Format bullet points and numbered lists
Style block quotes or callout boxes
Ensure proper indentation
Fix any widows/orphans
Quality Checks:
Validate files using industry-standard tools
Test on multiple devices/apps
Check all internal links
Verify metadata accuracy
Run accessibility compliance check
Required Skills
Experience with Sigil, Calibre, or Vellum
Knowledge of EPUB3 standards
HTML/CSS proficiency
Understanding of Amazon KDP requirements
Design documentation experience
Brand guide creation capability
Portfolio showing similar academic/non-fiction conversions
Project Details
Manuscript Specs:
Word count: Approximately 15,000-20,000
Chapters: 8-10
Images/tables: Minimal (possibly 5-10 tables/figures)
Special elements: Reference lists, citations, callout boxes
Series scope: 4-5 books total
Timeline:
Draft eBook delivery: 5-7 days
Brand book draft: 7-10 days
Revision period: 3 days
Final files: Within 14 days total
MANDATORY SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Your proposal MUST include:
Fixed, all-inclusive price covering:
• Complete eBook conversion (all formats)
• Full brand book/style guide
• Up to 2 rounds of revisions
• All source files and templates
Portfolio demonstrating:
• 2-3 similar eBook conversions
• Sample brand guide or style documentation
Clear statement of what's included in your price
Your standard workflow/process
Tools/software you use
IMPORTANT PRICING NOTICE
Proposals without a complete, fixed budget will be automatically rejected.
No hourly rates
No "starting from" prices
No "contact me for pricing"
No add-on fees after project start
Your quoted price must include everything needed to complete both deliverables.
Payment Terms
Payment Structure:
25% upon contract signing
50% upon draft delivery (both eBook and brand book)
25% upon final approval and file transfer
Budget Expectation: $XXX - $XXX USD (all-inclusive)
Future Work Opportunity
This is Book 1 of a 4-5 book series. Successful completion with quality brand documentation will result in:
3-4 additional eBook conversions at agreed rate
Potential ongoing relationship for future projects
To Apply:
Start your proposal with "I HAVE READ THE FULL SCOPE" and provide your complete fixed price in the first line.