‘A good book, like good sleep, restores, transforms and transports us beyond our mere mortal selves.'
K L MILLER | AUTHOR AND CREATOR OF
MORE THAN WORDS
‘Kimberley really is the editor’s editor.’
ALAN FRAME | FLEET ST JOURNALIST
AND AUTHOR OF TOTO & COCO
CREATIVE
EDITING
PUBLISHING
HISTORY OF MORE THAN WORDS
More Than Words began as just me, a freelance editor and proofreader available for hire whatever stage an author had reached with their writing. I've seen projects quite literally grow from scribbles in a notebook to print, and have been there as the author’s wingman and sounding board for their frustrations, as well as their editor. Great trust is created in working relationship like this, and great books too.
I'd been asked many times if I could design covers, typeset and format a book for print or Kindle, and provide advice on setting up an Amazon account, so set about expanding More Than Words into a publishing agency that could say "Yes!" to these services.
I wanted to be able to recommend a graphic designer who was not only great at their job, but who listened; and I needed a typesetter who could also answer the many questions authors have about publishing and their Amazon accounts. It was great, therefore, to join forces with Alice Kennedy as my graphic designer, and Clint MacDonald as my typesetter and Amazon guru.
Our individual roles in getting your book from scribbles to print is something we take huge pride in.
We really hope you enjoy working with us.
Kimberley Miller
CREATIVE
Your book’s cover is the first chance you have to hook your reader. It has to be fantastic.
What do you need in a cover designer?
Someone:
Who will really listen to your ideas for your book cover?
Who can create a cover from scratch if you have no ideas?
Who is both talented and an easy person to work with?
‘Alice designed my logo and is currently working on my book cover
and website. She is a superb designer.'
SIMON FLOWER | AUTHOR AND CREATOR OF SEE. THINK. LEAD.
'Meticulous and a pleasure to work with.'
NEIL WILKIE | AUTHOR OF RESET AND RECOVER AND CREATOR OF
THE RELATIONSHIP PARADIGM©
EDITORIAL
A professional edit and proofread can mean the difference between a rough diamond and a polished gem. It is an investment in both your book and you as its creator.
What sort of editor are you looking for?
Someone:
Interested in why you write and what you hope to achieve?
Who respects your individual ‘voice’ and applauds it?
Who communicates regularly throughout the edit?
‘Kimberley really is the editor’s editor.’
ALAN FRAME | AUTHOR OF TOTO & COCO
'Thank you for your incredible editing skills.
You have turned my raw words into a
beautiful finished article. Twice.'
NEIL WILKIE | AUTHOR OF RESET AND RECOVER
PUBLISHING
Self-publishing with us is the difference between the jungle out there and the calm in here.
What sort of publisher would drive you crazy?
Someone:
Who doesn’t reply to emails or return your call?
Who treats your book (and you) like number 1,671,246 on the publishing conveyor belt?
Who you never hear from again once you’re published?
'I know I'm biased, but Clint is a total hero in my view. A truly great guy to work with.'
K L MILLER | AUTHOR OF TO GO BENEATH THE WATER
Whether your book is pretty much ready to publish, is an idea in a notebook, or you're stuck in writer’s block, we're here to help. Give us a call on 07754 778910 or drop us an email and ask whatever you need to ask.
