Every price, with the unit attached.
Pick only the parts of publishing you want us to handle. Nothing here is bundled, and nothing is quoted 'on request'.
The complete publication journey.
Six stages from manuscript to shelf. Take all of them, or just the ones you need.
We turn your manuscript into a clean digital file, including computerised typing from handwritten notes.
From plot to punctuation, our editors polish the manuscript while keeping your voice intact.
We handle the technical side so your book meets print industry standards.
A cover built to catch the eye and reflect what's actually inside the book.
ISBN, barcode and government paperwork, filed for you.
Transparent print costs by format, quantity and finish, so you can decide with the numbers in front of you.
Six services, one table.
Pick only what you need — nothing here is bundled. Tap a row for the full breakdown.
| Service | Starting at |
|---|---|
| Editing | Rs 4,000 |
| Translation | Rs 750 / page |
| Cover design | Rs 2,500 / cover |
| Illustration | $60 / illustration |
| Book registration (ISBN & barcode) | Rs 5,000 / book |
| Print-ready file creation | Rs 100 / page |
What each stage costs.
Rupee prices are final. Illustration is quoted in dollars at international artist rates and invoiced in rupees.
Editing
Two levels of edit, priced by manuscript length. Both include the editor's time — there is no separate reading fee.
| Manuscript length | Basic editing | Advanced editing |
|---|---|---|
| Under 5,000 words | Rs 4,000 | Rs 8,000 |
| 5,000 – 10,000 words | Rs 10,000 | Rs 15,000 |
| 10,000 – 20,000 words | Rs 25,000 | Rs 40,000 |
| 20,000 – 40,000 words | Rs 45,000 | Rs 80,000 |
| Over 40,000 words | Rs 60,000 | Rs 100,000 |
Basic editing corrects grammar, punctuation and spelling, and suggests improvements to sentence structure. Suitable for both print and e-publication. Includes one free revision and one mentorship session with your editor.
Advanced editing adds detailed editorial input — suggested additions and cuts, scene work and character notes. Includes three free revisions and mentoring sessions.
Translation
Priced per page of the finished translation. Longer books cost less per page.
| Service level | 1 – 150 pages | 150 – 300 pages | 300+ pages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | Rs 850 / page | Rs 800 / page | Rs 750 / page |
| Secondary | Rs 950 / page | Rs 900 / page | Rs 850 / page |
| Advanced | Rs 1,050 / page | Rs 1,000 / page | Rs 950 / page |
Up to three revisions are free. Further changes are charged at Rs 1,000 per hour.
Cover design
A finished, print-ready cover. Priced per cover, not per revision.
| Edition | Price |
|---|---|
| E-book cover | Rs 2,500 / cover |
| Print book cover | Rs 5,000 / cover |
Illustration
Illustration is quoted in US dollars because these are international artist rates. We invoice the equivalent in rupees at the day's rate.
| Artwork | Price |
|---|---|
| Spot illustration | $60 / illustration |
| Half-page illustration | $90 / illustration |
| Full-page illustration | $125 / illustration |
| Spread illustration | $230 / illustration |
| Cover design using interior illustration | $105 / cover |
| Cover wrap using custom illustration | $260 / cover |
| Full book design | $340 / book |
Graphics, bookmark design and other custom artwork are quoted individually — send us your specification.
Book registration (ISBN & barcode)
Every published book needs an ISBN and a barcode. We file the paperwork with the government on your behalf. Standard turnaround is seven days.
| Edition | Price |
|---|---|
| Digital book | Rs 5,000 / book |
| Print book | Rs 5,000 / book |
Need it sooner? 48-hour turnaround is Rs 10,000 per ISBN.
Print-ready file creation
The final formatting check before printing. Once you approve the file it is locked for print and cannot be altered, so this step matters. We accept typed manuscripts and handwritten notes.
| Source material | 1 – 150 pages | 150 – 300 pages | 300 – 500 pages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Already-typed files | Rs 150 / page | Rs 120 / page | Rs 100 / page |
| Handwritten notes | Rs 250 / page | Rs 230 / page | Rs 200 / page |
Up to three revisions are free. Further changes are charged at Rs 1,000 per hour.
Something not listed here? Email hi@papercraftpublishers.com with your specification and we'll quote it.
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