1. Manuscript Submission

Ready to share your story? Simply email your completed draft or a detailed synopsis to kenyanfictionebookstore@gmail.com.

We accept Word documents, Google Docs links, or PDF files. Within 72 hours, you’ll receive a confirmation and an outline of next steps—no complicated forms or upload portals required.

2. Editorial Feedback

Once we’ve received your manuscript, our editorial team gets to work. You’ll receive a personalized feedback report covering:

Structure & Flow: Are your chapters arranged for maximum impact?

Pacing & Momentum: Does the narrative hold readers’ attention from page one?

Character Development: Are your protagonists and supporting cast fully realized?

Voice & Tone: Is your unique authorial voice shining through?

Expect clear, actionable notes designed to elevate your story without losing your individual style.

3. Full Editing & Ghost-writing Assistance

Not confident in your writing craft? No worries—our experienced ghost-writers can partner with you to refine your ideas. We’ll schedule a brief discovery call to understand your vision, then work side-by-side (or behind-the-scenes) to:

• Shape your narrative arc
• Polish dialogue and scene descriptions
• Maintain authenticity of your voice
• You stay credited as the author; we simply lend our pen to bring your story fully to life.

4. Design & Formatting

A great story deserves a professional presentation. Our in-house design team handles:

Cover Design: A bespoke eBook cover that stands out in any online store.

Interior Layout: Clean, reader-friendly formatting optimized for Kindle, Kobo, and all major eReaders.

Quality Assurance: Thorough proofing to catch typos, formatting glitches, or conversion errors.

Your final eBook file arrives ready to upload—no extra steps required.

5. Launch & Promotion

We give you a running start with our marketing toolkit:

Social Media Campaign Templates (Instagram & TikTok posts, story graphics)

Author Spotlight Features on our blog and newsletter

Press-Ready Media Kit with author bio, cover image, and sample excepts

Inclusion in Our Stories eBook Club read-only library, connecting you to a national community of engaged readers.

Your success is our success: we work alongside you to amplify your launch.

6. Join Our Stories eBook Club

All published titles automatically become part of Our Stories eBook Club—a nationwide, read-only, non-downloadable collection that fosters discussion and community among Kenyan readers. Participate in virtual author Q&As, book-club events, and promotional drives designed to deepen reader engagement and drive sales.

7. Investment & Payment

A. Editorial Services

Editorial Feedback Report — KES 2,500

• 10–15-page in-depth critique covering structure, pacing, character development, and authorial voice.

Full Developmental & Line Editing — KES 9,000

• Up to 40,000 words; includes detailed outline, two rounds of developmental and line-edit revisions, and voice/style refinement.

B. Ghost-writing Services

Special Introductory Discounted Rates

(Realistic for Kenyan market; tailored to each project’s complexity)

Short-Form Ghost-writing (up to 10,000 words) — KES 6,000

• Ideal for blog series, thought-leadership articles, or short essays. Includes one draft and one revision.

Standard Ghost-writing Package (10,000–20,000 words) — KES 15,000

• Perfect for long-form articles, white papers, or mini-ebooks. Includes outline development, two drafts, and one round of revisions.

Premium Ghost-writing Package (20,000–40,000 words) — KES 28,000

• Suited for full-length memoirs, business books, or comprehensive reports. Includes research/ interviews, outline, three drafts, and two rounds of revisions.

C. Design & Formatting

Cover Design + Interior Layout — KES 3,500

• Bespoke cover concept, interior typesetting, two revision rounds, and final proofing for print and e-book formats.

D. Launch & Promotion Toolkit

Complimentary with any paid service

• Branded social-media templates
• Ready-made media kit
• Featured inclusion in Our Stories eBook Club

Standalone Purchase — KES 1,500

• Available if taken without another service.

Payment Terms:

• 50 % deposit due on commissioning
• 50 % balance on delivery of final files

Feel free to mix and match services to build a custom package that suits your project’s needs and budget!

Ready to Get Started?

Email your manuscript or proposal to kenyanfictionebookstore@gmail.com today, and let’s embark on this publishing journey together!

Tip: Have questions? Reply to that same email or use the “Contact” form for a prompt response from our author relations team.