Let's make your book shine!
I help authors publish wholesome children's books that kids will love and adults will cherish.
What I can do for you
You have a manuscript ready, but you’re feeling overwhelmed by the next steps. You don’t want to waste time, money, or energy on trial and error. You want to publish your book with confidence and ease.
As your publishing coach, I want to clear the way for you and coach you through the process from perplexed to published! I'll guide you through the entire journey and be your mentor, advisor, and cheerleader along the way.
My first love, however, is designing and formatting books that impress from the inside out—because let's face it, we all judge books by their cover!
What I've done for others
I’ve helped scores of authors like you achieve their publishing dreams. From finding and hiring editors and illustrators, to creating captivating designs, to guiding them through the printing process, I’ve been there every step of the way.
Many of my authors have gone on to win multiple awards, receive best-seller status on Amazon, and even have their books picked up by a traditional publisher post-launch!
Why you should work with me
As a children's book author myself, I understand the perils of self-publishing. It's not an easy journey to navigate! But as an experienced book designer, publishing coach, and even a former bookseller, I have a unique perspective on the publishing industry.
My mission is to help first-time and seasoned authors produce exceptional, wholesome children's books they can be proud of.
About
My name is Travis D. Peterson, and I'm a graphic designer with a degree from Purdue University and over a decade of experience both in-house and as a freelancer. A great deal of my work has been in designing magazines and marketing materials for faith-based organizations.
However after writing my first book Ada and the Helpers in 2019, I began focusing my efforts on helping my fellow authors self-publish wholesome, family-friendly books—many of them have gone on to be award-winning books and best-sellers in their categories!
The truth is, books are judged by their cover. But it doesn't stop there. To really produce an exceptional children's book, it requires a plan from start to finish. In my years of designing children's books, I found myself teaching as much as designing. That's why I'm now coaching my fellow children's book authors. I want to help you publish beautiful, wholesome books you can be proud of.
Services
Author Coaching
Navigating the world of self-publishing can be overwhelming! I know you might feel lost, not knowing what steps to take or what order to take them.
As an author, seasoned designer, and former bookseller, I have a unique perspective on the self-publishing industry.
My ultimate goal is to help you publish a wholesome, family-friendly book that you can be proud of.
I'll coach you through the entire publishing journey one step at a time. Let's make your book shine!
Book Design & Art Direction
Designing a book from cover to cover is more than an artform—it's a science. After spending so much time on your book, why not make sure it looks and feels professional?
While many illustrators can design, it doesn't mean they should. It's best to add a designer like myself to your team at the same time as the artist to get the best results.
Let's work together t0 design your book at the same time you hire your illustrator if possible. Cover design and formatting for the first format is included.
Print Brokering
Finding and managing the printing process is not for the faint of heart. Printers tend to use terminology that is specific to the industry.
As a print designer for over a decade, I'm familiar with the lingo. I also have relationships with trusted printers in multiple continents!
As a print broker, I'll collect rates from these printers based on your book and specific needs, oversee the print order, and handle all of the communication with the printer for you.
This service is only available for my book design / art direction clients so that I can insure the files meet the printer's specifications.