FAQs

Our publishing packages currently range from £599 to £3,200, depending on the level of editorial, design, publishing and author support required.

First-time authors get 50% off their first publication with SoulScriptz, so from £299.50.

If you are unsure which package is right for your book, contact us and we can talk through your manuscript and what it needs.

Yes. Your manuscript remains your work.

SoulScriptz provides professional publishing services to help transform your manuscript into a finished book. Any specific rights, licensing, distribution or publishing arrangements will be set out clearly in the agreement between you and SoulScriptz before work begins.

SoulScriptz believes authors should understand exactly what they are agreeing to, so we encourage you to review all contractual terms carefully before proceeding. Read our terms for authors.

Each SoulScriptz package provides a different level of publishing support.

Foundation prepares a completed manuscript for publication: light proofreading, cover design, print and eBook formatting, ISBN support and publishing setup.

Advance adds a full copy-edit, premium cover design, professional typesetting, metadata preparation, wider distribution support and launch materials.

Legacy is our most comprehensive package: a deep edit with structural feedback, bespoke design, author positioning and a full launch framework, with priority support throughout.

The full lists are under Our Services.

Yes. SoulScriptz offers different levels of editorial support depending on the publishing package selected.

Depending on your requirements, this can include manuscript development, copy-editing, line refinement, proofreading and structural feedback.

The level of editorial support provided will depend on the package you choose and the condition and requirements of your manuscript.

Yes. SoulScriptz can support authors with both print and eBook publishing formats.

Depending on your package and publishing requirements, we can provide professional interior formatting and preparation for print and digital editions.

SoulScriptz can also help prepare your book for publication through appropriate publishing and distribution platforms.

Yes. SoulScriptz can support authors with ISBN registration as part of our publishing services.

The number of ISBNs included depends on the publishing package selected. Different formats or editions of a book may require separate ISBNs.

Your publishing requirements will be discussed with you before the ISBN registration process begins.

Yes. SoulScriptz can support publishing and distribution through IngramSpark, where appropriate.

IngramSpark provides access to established print and distribution channels, helping make books available to booksellers, libraries and readers in appropriate markets.

Distribution is subject to the terms, availability and market coverage of the relevant platform. SoulScriptz will help you understand the appropriate distribution options for your book.

Publishing times vary depending on the condition of your manuscript, the services required and the publishing package selected.

As a general guide:

• Foundation: approximately 2–3 weeks
• Advance: approximately 3–5 weeks
• Legacy: approximately 5–8 weeks

These timeframes are estimates and may vary depending on revisions, author feedback, manuscript complexity and other publishing requirements.

SoulScriptz will discuss the expected process and timeframe with you before work begins.

Yes. Authors can sell their books directly where the appropriate sales and fulfilment arrangements are in place.

SoulScriptz is developing its own book catalogue and direct-sales channels alongside established retail and distribution platforms.

Direct sales can provide another way for authors to reach readers, alongside appropriate third-party retailers and distribution channels.

Specific arrangements for direct sales, pricing, fulfilment and royalties will depend on your publishing agreement. How royalties work.

Starting your publishing journey with SoulScriptz is simple.

Read our submission guidelines, then use the Submit your manuscript form: give us your contact details and attach your manuscript or whatever you have so far.

Once we receive it, we review your requirements and discuss the best publishing route for your book.

You don’t need to have everything figured out before contacting us. SoulScriptz is here to help you understand the next step.

Large print word search books (ten volumes plus a Christmas special) and colouring books for children aged 5 to 12, all designed by SoulScriptz Publications. You can look inside every book.

Very soon. Tap Tell me when it's in the store under any book and you'll be the first to know.

You buy the book as an A4 PDF, download it and print as many pages as you like at home or school. The word searches are large print with answers at the back, and every colouring page has a blank back so pens don't spoil the next picture.

You can print it as often as you like for your own family or classroom, but please don't share the file or sell it. Each book is the work of SoulScriptz Publications.

Yes. We offer author visits and storytelling sessions, writing workshops, talks for older students, class sets of our books and a published anthology of pupils' work. Every visit is planned with your staff first, including your safeguarding requirements. See schools and organisations.

The Book Bank collects good books people have finished with and passes them to schools, youth projects, care settings and community groups. You can give books or ask for them on the Book Bank page.