Echoes of the Dead
Author: Wouter Van Goethem
A 654-page post-apocalyptic novel taken from a raw Word manuscript to a clean, publication-ready print interior — chapter design, typography, spacing, front matter and page numbering handled end to end.

Before — raw manuscript (illustrative example of a typical unformatted file)
- Plain word-processor text with no typographic hierarchy
- Inconsistent chapter openings and spacing
- No running heads, folios or structured front matter
- Not ready for print or eBook upload

After — formatted chapter opening from Echoes of the Dead
- Designed chapter openings with ornament and drop cap
- Justified body text with balanced leading and margins
- Complete front matter: title, copyright, dedication, contents
- Print-ready 6 × 9 in interior with correct page numbering
What was delivered
- Print-ready interior PDF (654 pages, 6 × 9 in)
- Styled front matter and linked table of contents
- Custom chapter openings, drop caps and ornaments
- Consistent typography, spacing and page numbering
- Upload-ready files for KDP and print
Verified results
- A polished, publication-ready interior the author approved for release
- Clean, easier-to-read pages across the full 654-page manuscript
- 5-star client review for attention to detail and presentation
Supporting visuals from the project




“Working with Richard on Echoes of the Dead was a great experience. He transformed the manuscript into a clean, polished, publication-ready interior while maintaining the structure and feel of the book. The chapter formatting, typography, spacing, page numbering, and overall presentation were handled with great attention to detail. The finished book looks professional and is much easier to read. I'm very happy with the final result.”


























