Formatting Services
Formatting support is an optional service. It is never required to participate in the Just Write! community or to move through the publishing process.
Creators are encouraged to choose the level of support that fits their goals, experience, and comfort with technical preparation.
Preparing Your Manuscript for Publication
Formatting is the step that translates a completed manuscript into files that can be reliably distributed across ebook and print platforms. While formatting does not change the content of a work, it plays a critical role in how that work is read, displayed, and handled by publishing systems.
This service is designed to support creators who want professional assistance preparing their manuscripts for publication formats, while retaining full ownership and control over their work.
What Formatting Support Is — and Isn’t
Formatting focuses on technical preparation, not editorial revision. The goal is to ensure that a manuscript is structured correctly for its intended formats and meets common platform requirements for readability and consistency.
Formatting support typically addresses:
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File structure and layout for eBook and print formats
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Consistent presentation across devices and page sizes
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Technical standards required by major distribution platforms
It does not involve rewriting content, evaluating story quality, or making editorial changes.
Why Formatting Matters
Even a well-written manuscript can encounter problems if formatting is inconsistent or incompatible with publishing platforms. Amazon's KDP is known for leniency while Ingram Spark and Apple Books are among the most strict. Common issues include layout errors, spacing inconsistencies, font problems, or files that fail platform checks.
Thoughtful formatting helps:
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Reduce technical issues during upload
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Improve readability across devices and print editions
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Create a consistent experience for readers
Formatting support exists to reduce friction at this stage—not to accelerate timelines or promise outcomes.
When This Service Is Most Helpful
Formatting support is best suited for creators who:
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Have completed revisions and editing
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Are preparing to publish in ebook, print, or both
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Want confidence that files meet technical standards
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Prefer professional assistance with platform-specific requirements
Many creators choose to handle formatting independently; others prefer support to avoid technical complexity. Both approaches are valid.
Get in Touch
Some creators prefer extra support at certain points in the process. Optional services are available to provide focused, hands-on assistance when needed, without replacing education or community resources.