Hi. I launched Jamesgang creative+ communications in 2008 as an independent branding, marketing, and copywriting service. Since 2015 I have focused on offering professional book editing and formatting services, layout design, and ghostwriting.
– Gary James, garyjameseditor.com
Overview of Services:
Copy editing, line editing, and proofreading
Copy editing is the process of reviewing and correcting written material to improve its accuracy, clarity, consistency, and overall quality before publication. It involves correcting spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors. … read more
Ghostwriting
As someone with over 30 years of experience writing on various topics in advertising, branding, and public relations, I have written for many diverse clients. Throughout my writing career, I have worked on many projects where I wrote “behind the scenes” for publications … read more
Author Support Services
Formatting for online distribution and aggregate sites
Once your manuscript is written, it will most likely have been created as 8 1/2 x 11. When it’s time to choose a size for printing your book, the manuscript must be set up to ensure proper spacing, indentation, and so forth. When working with WORD®️ particularly, it is important for you, the author, to also understand basic formatting techniques. This will save you time and money. … read more
Image placement and coordination with graphic designs and cover art
Getting your images to play nice in a book can be tricky. The companies that specialize in Print-On-Demand require specific image quality and sizes. The good news is you can use color in your e-Book and it won’t cost extra. In print, the cost of color has come way down in recent years and I can help you navigate that if you need color images. (Paper, though, has gone up). Plus, if you have a cover designed, I can get that sized correctly following the required guidelines and if you need a designer, I can help coordinate that with you as well.
Metadata
The metadata is the information that describes your book, i.e., the title, subtitle, author(s), contributions, and so forth. It is a detailed process and somewhat time-consuming, but very important. If it isn’t done correctly, your book (and your account on KDP, for example) can be closed down. I work with you closely to make sure every piece of the metadata fits the industry standard.
Assistance acquiring ISBNS (you can purchase directly and save money!)
In addition, I can help you set up your ISBNs and duplicate the metadata on Bowker, the office ISBN agency for the United States. (And save money: Did you know you can purchase the ISBNs directly?) You don’t need to purchase additional bar codes in many cases—KDP, for example, adds one to your cover at no cost.
Support and help with setting up your books for distribution
Draft2Digital.com (for eBooks), Amazon.com (for both), Ingramspark (libraries, bulk purchases), and Lulu.com (specialty artbooks).
The ins and outs of getting your book online can be daunting. I can consult with you on cover design, assist in getting everything online, or give you direction on best practices. You will be in control of all the necessary accounts and setups for distribution. You will have your own accounts, and no financial information will be shared with me.
Get in touch for a free 30-minute consultation. No obligation.