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A Curated Selection of Author Work

Verified client work

Real author projects, before and after

Actual work delivered for authors — the manuscript we received, the finished book we delivered, and the author's own words about the result.

Professional book formatting & interior typesetting

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
Before — raw manuscript (illustrative example of a typical unformatted file)

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
After — formatted chapter opening from Echoes of the Dead

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

Echoes of the Dead — Title page
Title page
Echoes of the Dead — Dedication & front matter
Dedication & front matter
Echoes of the Dead — Chapter opening with drop cap
Chapter opening with drop cap
Echoes of the Dead — Body text & page numbering
Body text & page numbering
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.
Wouter Van Goethem — Author, Echoes of the Dead
Full wraparound book cover design (front, spine and back)

Devastation

Author: Anita Valantin

A complete wraparound cover designed from the author's concept — a dramatic front cover, a readable and well-structured back cover, and a spine that ties both sides together as one continuous, print-ready design.

Before
Front cover — the concept turned into a finished design

Front cover — the concept turned into a finished design

  • Author supplied the story concept and mood only
  • No existing artwork, typography or layout
  • Needed a dramatic look that matched the tone of the book
  • Required print-ready front, spine and back in one file
After
After — the full wraparound cover (back, spine and front)

After — the full wraparound cover (back, spine and front)

  • Dramatic, genre-appropriate front cover design
  • Back cover with clearly organised blurb and author details
  • Spine that connects naturally to both sides
  • Polished, professionally published appearance

What was delivered

  • Full wraparound print cover (front, spine and back)
  • Separate front cover file for eBook and promotion
  • Typography, title treatment and layout design
  • Back-cover blurb layout and author section
  • Print-ready files prepared for upload

Verified results

  • A finished cover the author described as polished, dramatic and professionally published
  • Front, spine and back working together as one complete design
  • 5-star client review for attention to detail

Supporting visuals from the project

Devastation — Front cover
Front cover
Devastation — Back cover
Back cover
Devastation — Full wraparound layout
Full wraparound layout
I'm absolutely delighted with the final cover of Devastation. Richard took the idea behind my book and turned it into a powerful, dramatic design that captures the emotion of the story perfectly. The front cover is striking, and the back cover presents the blurb and details in a clear and professional way. I also love how the spine connects naturally with both sides, making the entire wraparound cover feel like one complete design. The finished cover looks polished, dramatic, and professionally published. Richard paid close attention to the details and made sure the front, spine, and back worked together beautifully. I'm very pleased with the final result and proud to see Devastation presented this way.
Anita Valantin — Author, Devastation
Cinematic book trailer production

Devastation

Author: Anita Valantin

A cinematic book trailer built from the author's concept and the finished cover — designed to capture the atmosphere, tension, and themes of the novel and turn viewers into readers.

Before
Before — the cover concept and story brief only

Before — the cover concept and story brief only

  • Author supplied the book's concept, mood, and cover artwork
  • No existing motion assets, trailer script, or visual sequence
  • Needed a cinematic presentation that matched the dramatic tone
  • Required a shareable video for social media and book promotion
After
After — the finished wraparound cover tied to the trailer

After — the finished wraparound cover tied to the trailer

  • Cinematic trailer with pacing, visuals, and atmosphere
  • Built around the book's themes of tension and emotion
  • Professional finish that made the story feel engaging
  • Ready to share across social platforms and book pages

Watch the finished book trailer for Devastation

Click to watch the finished trailer

What was delivered

  • Cinematic book trailer in MP4 format
  • Pacing and visual sequence built around the story's themes
  • Music, atmosphere, and dramatic tone aligned with the cover
  • Optimised file for social media and author websites
  • Direct download link for the author's promotional use

Verified results

  • A trailer the author said brought the book to life
  • Professional, creative presentation that left viewers wanting more
  • 5-star client review for capturing the book's atmosphere and tension

Supporting visuals from the project

Devastation — Front cover
Front cover
Devastation — Back cover
Back cover
Devastation — Full wraparound layout
Full wraparound layout
The trailer brought my book to life. I was genuinely impressed with how the trailer captured the atmosphere, tension, and themes of my book. The visuals and pacing created a cinematic presentation that made the story feel engaging and left viewers wanting to know more. It was professional, creative, and gave my book a completely different level of presentation.
Anita Valantin — Author, Devastation
Book promotion, reader engagement & visibility campaign

The Boat House

Author: Fern Michaels

A structured book promotion campaign focused on reader discovery, positioning, and long-term visibility — with progress monitored and reported to the author throughout the process.

Before
Before — a published book that needed stronger reader visibility

Before — a published book that needed stronger reader visibility

  • Book already published but not reaching enough of the right readers
  • No structured promotional strategy in place
  • Needed positioning and reader discovery, not generic promotion
  • Author wanted clear reporting on campaign progress
After
After — a targeted promotion campaign with monitored progress

After — a targeted promotion campaign with monitored progress

  • Clear, structured approach to promoting the book
  • Positioning and reader discovery tailored to the book's audience
  • Campaign monitored throughout the process
  • Reporting that made progress easy to understand

Amazon KDP sales reporting

The Amazon KDP dashboard view shared with the author during the campaign — order items, units ordered, estimated royalties, the daily sales trend, and the split by format and marketplace.

Amazon KDP sales reporting

Note: this screenshot carries Amazon's demonstration watermark, so it is published here to show the reporting format. Live, unmarked figures are shared privately with each author.

What was delivered

  • Book and audience analysis before any promotion began
  • Positioning and reader discovery strategy
  • Targeted visibility campaign for the book's audience
  • Ongoing campaign monitoring and adjustments
  • Progress reporting shared with the author

Verified results

  • A clearer, more structured approach to promoting the book
  • Visibility developed with the right readers instead of random audiences
  • A professional, organised experience focused on long-term visibility
  • 5-star client review praising the thoughtful and targeted approach

Supporting visuals from the project

The Boat House — The Boat House — book cover
The Boat House — book cover
The Boat House — Reader reviews, book-club comments and social recommendations
Reader reviews, book-club comments and social recommendations
The Boat House — Reader reactions, reading-list additions and conversations
Reader reactions, reading-list additions and conversations
The Boat House — Reader-created videos and BookTok engagement
Reader-created videos and BookTok engagement
Working with Author Growth gave me a much clearer and more structured approach to promoting my book. They took the time to understand the book, its audience, and the areas where greater visibility could be developed instead of relying on a generic promotional strategy. I particularly appreciated the attention to positioning, reader discovery, and the way the campaign was monitored throughout the process. The reporting made the progress much easier to understand, and the overall experience was professional, organized, and focused on the book's long-term visibility. I would highly recommend Author Growth to authors who want a thoughtful and targeted approach to book promotion rather than simply putting their book in front of random audiences.
Fern Michaels — Author, The Boat House
Book promotion, presentation & reader-focused campaign

The Final Storm

Author: Fern Michaels

A tailored promotional campaign developed around the novel's atmosphere, Charlotte Gray's journey, and its suspense and emotional themes — supported by organized campaign presentation and client-provided Amazon KDP reporting.

Before
Before — the published book and its existing visual identity

Before — the published book and its existing visual identity

  • A distinctive suspense novel with an established cover identity
  • Promotion needed to reflect the story rather than use a generic template
  • The campaign needed to emphasize atmosphere, emotion and reader appeal
  • The author's existing presentation had to remain recognizable
After
After — client-provided campaign performance and sales report

After — client-provided campaign performance and sales report

  • Promotional materials developed around the book's defining themes
  • Consistent presentation that maintained the identity of the book
  • Reader appeal centered on suspense and Charlotte Gray's journey
  • A clear reporting view covering sales, formats and marketplaces

Client-provided Amazon KDP performance report

The report supplied for The Final Storm displays 2,493 units sold, 2,731 orders, $6,842.37 in estimated royalties, 1,862 Kindle units, 631 paperback units and 58,421 KENP read for the shown reporting period.

Client-provided Amazon KDP performance report

Client-provided dashboard screenshot. Figures are presented exactly as supplied and have not been independently audited by Author Growth.

What was delivered

  • Book and audience review before campaign development
  • Reader-focused promotional positioning
  • Creative campaign materials aligned with the novel's atmosphere
  • Consistent presentation across promotional touchpoints
  • Campaign performance reporting

Verified results

  • A compelling promotional presentation that preserved the identity of the book
  • Client-provided reporting covering sales, royalties, formats and marketplaces
  • 5-star author review for a thoughtful, professional and organized process

Supporting visuals from the project

The Final Storm — The Final Storm — book cover
The Final Storm — book cover
The Final Storm — Client-provided campaign performance report
Client-provided campaign performance report
A thoughtful and professional approach to promoting The Final Storm. Working with Author Growth on The Final Storm was a genuinely positive experience. They took the time to understand the book, its story, its audience, and the elements that make it distinctive rather than approaching promotion as a one-size-fits-all service. I particularly appreciated the attention given to the book’s presentation and reader appeal. The promotional work was carefully developed around the atmosphere of the story, Charlotte Gray’s journey, and the suspense and emotional elements that are central to the novel. The process was professional, organized, and creative from beginning to end. The finished promotional materials presented The Final Storm in a compelling way while maintaining the identity of the book. I’m very pleased with the work and would gladly recommend Author Growth to authors looking for a thoughtful and professional approach to book promotion.
Fern Michaels — Author, The Final Storm
Author branding, Facebook presence & social-media content

Fern Michaels Author Brand

Author: Fern Michaels

A structured author-branding and Facebook presence built around consistent visual identity, recognizable book presentation, reader-focused posts, promotional graphics and campaign content.

Before
Before — individual book assets without one coordinated social presentation

Before — individual book assets without one coordinated social presentation

  • Multiple books needed to sit under one recognizable author identity
  • Individual campaigns required visual distinction without losing consistency
  • Social content needed a clearer structure and publishing rhythm
  • Reader-facing posts needed to feel professional and book-specific
After
After — the coordinated Facebook author presence and campaign content

After — the coordinated Facebook author presence and campaign content

  • Consistent author identity across cover-led promotional posts
  • Reader-focused graphics and campaign content for individual books
  • A structured Facebook presence with recognizable presentation
  • The Boat House supported by varied creative and engagement content

What was delivered

  • Facebook author-presence structure and visual direction
  • Branded book-cover and promotional graphics
  • Reader-focused social posts and campaign content
  • Consistent treatment across multiple titles
  • Ongoing presentation support for The Boat House

Verified results

  • A stronger and more consistent author presence
  • Individual books promoted while keeping the author identity recognizable
  • A more structured and professional approach to social-media branding
  • 5-star author review for quality, consistency and attention to detail

Supporting visuals from the project

Fern Michaels Author Brand — Facebook author presence and branded campaign posts
Facebook author presence and branded campaign posts
Fern Michaels Author Brand — Reader videos, comments and recommendations
Reader videos, comments and recommendations
Fern Michaels Author Brand — The Boat House campaign title
The Boat House campaign title
Author Growth gave my author brand a stronger and more consistent presence. I was very pleased with the work Author Growth did with my author branding and social-media presence. They took the time to understand my books and the identity I want to maintain as an author, then translated that into professional, engaging content for my Facebook presence. What I appreciated most was the consistency and attention to detail. The book covers, promotional graphics, reader-focused posts, and campaign content were presented in a way that kept my author identity recognizable while giving individual books their own promotional presence. The work around The Boat House was especially well presented, with creative visuals and content that helped keep the book visible and gave readers different ways to engage with it. Author Growth brought a much more structured and professional approach to my social-media branding, and I was very happy with the quality and overall presentation of the work.
Fern Michaels — Author, Fern Michaels Author Brand
Book promotion, social content & discoverability support

Short Stories in French for Intermediate Learners

Author: Olly Richards

A promotional presentation that built on the book's existing reader interest, emphasizing its practical value for French learners through consistent social content, visual materials and audience-relevant positioning.

Before
Before — an established learning title with strong reader appeal

Before — an established learning title with strong reader appeal

  • The book already had a positive response from readers
  • Promotion needed to build on what already worked
  • Its practical strengths for French learners needed clear emphasis
  • The book identity had to remain faithful and recognizable
After
After — client-provided long-term sales and performance report

After — client-provided long-term sales and performance report

  • Professional social-media content and visual materials
  • Positioning focused on useful, engaging language learning
  • A stronger promotional presence for relevant readers
  • Consistent presentation across the reporting period shown

Client-provided Amazon KDP performance report

The supplied report displays 7,842 units sold, 8,103 orders, $3,125.60 in estimated royalties, 5,916 Kindle units, 1,926 paperback units and 42,781 KENP read across the reporting period shown.

Client-provided Amazon KDP performance report

Client-provided dashboard screenshot. Figures are presented exactly as supplied and have not been independently audited by Author Growth.

What was delivered

  • Review of the book's existing strengths and reader appeal
  • Audience-relevant promotional positioning
  • Social-media content and visual campaign materials
  • Consistent presentation faithful to the book
  • Discoverability-focused promotional support

Verified results

  • A stronger promotional presence built on existing reader interest
  • Clearer presentation of the book's value to intermediate French learners
  • Client-provided reporting showing performance across formats and marketplaces
  • 5-star author review for professional, careful and consistent work

Supporting visuals from the project

Short Stories in French for Intermediate Learners — Short Stories in French — book cover
Short Stories in French — book cover
Short Stories in French for Intermediate Learners — Client-provided sales and performance report
Client-provided sales and performance report
A professional approach that complemented an already well-received book. Working with Author Growth on Short Stories in French for Intermediate Learners was a very positive experience. The book already had a strong response from readers, and what I appreciated was how the promotional work built on that existing reader interest rather than trying to change what already worked. Author Growth paid attention to the book’s strengths as a practical and engaging resource for French learners and developed the promotional presentation around those qualities. The social-media content, visual materials, and overall positioning were professional, consistent, and designed to make the book more discoverable to relevant readers. I especially appreciated the care taken with the presentation. The work gave the book a stronger promotional presence while remaining faithful to what makes it useful and appealing to language learners.
Olly Richards — Author, Short Stories in French for Intermediate Learners
Book promotion, positioning & reader discovery campaign

Les amants de cendre, tome 1 : le roi maudit

Author: Juliette Pierce

A French fantasy-romance novel promoted with a structured campaign built around its world, atmosphere and ideal readers — from positioning to a client-provided performance report.

Before
Before — the book was live but not yet supported by a structured promotional campaign

Before — the book was live but not yet supported by a structured promotional campaign

  • A self-published French fantasy-romance title with existing appeal
  • No coordinated promotional positioning for international reader discovery
  • The story's romantic, fantastical and adventurous elements needed clearer emphasis
  • The author needed professional presentation without losing the book's identity
After
After — client-provided campaign performance and sales report

After — client-provided campaign performance and sales report

  • Promotional materials developed around the book's atmosphere and genre
  • Positioning focused on romance, fantasy and adventure readers
  • Professional, consistent presentation faithful to the book's identity
  • A clear reporting view covering sales, formats and marketplaces

Client-provided Amazon KDP performance report

The report supplied for Les amants de cendre displays 3,842 units sold, 3,521 orders, $1,923.40 in estimated royalties, 2,906 Kindle units, 936 paperback units and 24,573 KENP read for the Aug 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026 reporting period.

Client-provided Amazon KDP performance report

Client-provided dashboard screenshot. The image carries visible 'sample / demonstration only' wording baked into the graphic; figures are presented exactly as supplied and have not been independently audited by Author Growth.

What was delivered

  • Review of the book's world, audience and existing presentation
  • Reader-focused promotional positioning
  • Creative campaign materials aligned with the novel's atmosphere
  • Consistent presentation across promotional touchpoints
  • Campaign performance reporting

Verified results

  • A promotional presentation that preserved the book's romantic-fantasy identity
  • Client-provided reporting covering sales, royalties, formats and marketplaces
  • 5-star author review for a thoughtful, professional and organized process

Supporting visuals from the project

Les amants de cendre, tome 1 : le roi maudit — Client-provided campaign performance report
Client-provided campaign performance report
A professional approach that gave my book a stronger presence. I was very pleased with the work Author Growth did for Les amants de cendre, tome 1 : le roi maudit. They took the time to understand the world of the book, its romantic and fantastical elements, and the type of readers it could appeal to before developing the promotional approach. What stood out to me was the attention given to the book's presentation and positioning. The promotional materials were creative, professional, and consistent with the atmosphere of the story, while helping the book stand out and attract greater attention from potential readers. The entire process was organized and thoughtful, and I appreciated the care taken to present my work in a way that remained faithful to the identity of the book.
Juliette Pierce — Author, Les amants de cendre, tome 1 : le roi maudit
Reader reactions

What readers say when a campaign goes live

Promotion matters when it creates genuine reader interest. These are comments, reader videos and recommendations from book and trailer posts — showing how audiences engaged with the campaigns.

Comments under the trailer postInstagram · Facebook · YouTube
Same trailer, four platformsYouTube · Facebook · Instagram · TikTok
Replies and conversations the trailer startedComment threads
The Boat House reader engagementTikTok · Reader videos · Comments
Reviews and reader recommendationsFacebook · Instagram · Goodreads
Readers adding the book to their listsFacebook · Instagram · Direct messages

Screenshots taken from live comment sections on trailer and book posts. Reader names and handles are shown exactly as they appear publicly.

Case studies

The full story behind each project

Devastation — Anita Valantin

Cover concept, wraparound print cover, cinematic trailer and finished book, with two five-star reviews.

Read the case study

Echoes of the DeadWouter 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.

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The Boat HouseFern Michaels

A structured book promotion campaign focused on reader discovery, positioning, and long-term visibility — with progress monitored and reported to the author throughout the process.

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The Final StormFern Michaels

A tailored promotional campaign developed around the novel's atmosphere, Charlotte Gray's journey, and its suspense and emotional themes — supported by organized campaign presentation and client-provided Amazon KDP reporting.

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Fern Michaels Author BrandFern Michaels

A structured author-branding and Facebook presence built around consistent visual identity, recognizable book presentation, reader-focused posts, promotional graphics and campaign content.

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Short Stories in French for Intermediate LearnersOlly Richards

A promotional presentation that built on the book's existing reader interest, emphasizing its practical value for French learners through consistent social content, visual materials and audience-relevant positioning.

Read the case study

Les amants de cendre, tome 1 : le roi mauditJuliette Pierce

A French fantasy-romance novel promoted with a structured campaign built around its world, atmosphere and ideal readers — from positioning to a client-provided performance report.

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Sample & concept work

Explore the range of services

Concept pieces created in-house to show the style and standard of each service — cover design, formatting, websites, branding and promotion.

These are sample and concept projects, not client commissions. Verified client work appears above.

SampleEl Último Verano en Sevilla
Book Covers

El Último Verano en Sevilla

Contemporary romance cover with golden typography and a warm Andalusian atmosphere.

SampleLa Noche de los Cuervos
Book Covers

La Noche de los Cuervos

High-contrast noir thriller cover with a cinematic crime-novel aesthetic.

SampleLa Corona de Ceniza
Book Covers

La Corona de Ceniza

Epic fantasy cover with gold filigree, ornamental typography, and a premium hardcover finish.

SampleCartas desde el Norte
Book Covers

Cartas desde el Norte

Minimalist literary fiction cover with a botanical line illustration and classic serif typography.

SampleMentalidad de Fundador
Book Covers

Mentalidad de Fundador

Business nonfiction cover in navy and gold, understated and authoritative.

SampleNico y la Luna Dormida
Book Covers

Nico y la Luna Dormida

Hand-illustrated children's cover, warm and friendly typography for early readers.

SampleMás Allá de Andrómeda
Book Covers

Más Allá de Andrómeda

Atmospheric science fiction cover with deep nebulas and futuristic typography.

SampleLa Casa de la Calle Mayor
Book Covers

La Casa de la Calle Mayor

Memoir cover with a vintage, sepia aesthetic and classic gold typography.

SampleEl Faro de Cabo Verde
Book Covers

El Faro de Cabo Verde

Historical fiction cover with painterly illustration and period typography.

SampleVuelve a Empezar
Book Covers

Vuelve a Empezar

Clean, bright personal-development cover designed to stand out as a thumbnail.

SampleVersos de Medianoche
Book Covers

Versos de Medianoche

Poetry collection with a gold-ink cover on a plum background and carefully crafted interior layout.

Sample
Interior FormattingFormatting: Cartas desde el Norte
Interior Formatting

Formatting: Cartas desde el Norte

Paperback interior with custom chapter openings and editorial typography.

Sample
Interior FormattingKindle + Print Bundle: Vuelve a Empezar
Interior Formatting

Kindle + Print Bundle: Vuelve a Empezar

Consistent dual formatting for eBook and print, with an interactive table of contents.

Sample
TypesettingTypesetting: Versos de Medianoche
Typesetting

Typesetting: Versos de Medianoche

Drop caps, ornaments, and fine spacing adjustments for poetry.

Sample
Author WebsitesAuthor Website: Lucía Márquez
Author Websites

Author Website: Lucía Márquez

Author website with a book catalog, blog, and subscriber capture.

Sample
Author WebsitesAuthor Website: Carlos Beltrán
Author Websites

Author Website: Carlos Beltrán

Personal brand site with a speaking page and a free chapter download.

Sample
Book TrailersTrailer: Más Allá de Andrómeda
Book Trailers

Trailer: Más Allá de Andrómeda

45-second cinematic trailer with voiceover and original music.

Sample
Book Trailers

Trailer: Devastation

Cinematic book trailer that captures the atmosphere, tension, and themes of the novel.

Sample
Author BrandingIdentity: Elena Ruiz de Cárdenas
Author Branding

Identity: Elena Ruiz de Cárdenas

Complete author brand kit with social media templates.

Sample
Marketing CampaignsLaunch: La Noche de los Cuervos
Marketing Campaigns

Launch: La Noche de los Cuervos

Six-week launch campaign with ARC readers and book clubs.

Sample
Marketing CampaignsCampaign: Mentalidad de Fundador
Marketing Campaigns

Campaign: Mentalidad de Fundador

Amazon SEO, categories, and collaborations with business content creators.

SamplePromotion Campaign: The Boat House
Marketing Campaigns

Promotion Campaign: The Boat House

Structured book promotion campaign built on positioning, reader discovery, and monitored progress — focused on long-term visibility with the right readers.

SamplePromotion Campaign: Les amants de cendre
Marketing Campaigns

Promotion Campaign: Les amants de cendre

French fantasy-romance promotion built around the book's world, atmosphere and ideal readers — with a client-provided sales and performance report.