What kind of publisher is August Isley Books?

August Isley Books is a mission-driven hybrid publisher. We combine the creative partnership of traditional publishing with the flexibility and author ownership of self-publishing. You retain your rights, your royalties, and your voice, while we provide professional support to bring your book to life.

Do I keep the rights to my book?

Yes. You retain full ownership of your manuscript, your intellectual property, and your royalties. We are your publishing partner, not your rights holder.

How do I know which services I need?

You are never expected to figure that out alone. We can review your manuscript, goals, and timeline together and recommend a plan that fits your needs and budget.

Why do some services have flat rates while others have tiered pricing?

Flat rates work best for services that take a predictable amount of time, such as query letters, branding, website setup, or marketing materials. Editing and manuscript-dependent services vary widely based on word count, so tiered pricing ensures fairness and transparency.

Do you offer audiobook production?

Yes. We provide narration, editing, mastering, and production using the industry-standard per finished hour model. You receive a clear estimate before we begin.

Do I need a website to publish a book?

Technically no, but it is highly recommended. A website gives you a professional home base, a place to sell books, and a platform for future growth.

Schema Markup Setup

US$400.00

pages

first each additional page

Quantity

When I add schema markup to your website, I’m giving search engines a clear, structured map of what each page contains. Schema helps Google understand your content at a deeper level — who you are, what you offer, and how your pages relate to one another. This improves visibility, strengthens your SEO foundation, and increases your chances of appearing in rich results.

I apply the correct schema types to each page — such as WebPage, Article, Organization, and Breadcrumbs — so your site communicates cleanly and professionally with search engines.

Dashboard Access Required?

Yes. I’ll need temporary access to your website dashboard to install the schema markup correctly.

Stepping into the world of schema can feel like opening a door into a room full of blinking lights and unfamiliar buttons. You don’t need to know how any of it works — that’s my job. What matters is that your website speaks clearly to the systems that help readers find you. Think of schema as the quiet, behind‑the‑scenes magic that helps your message travel farther. I’ll handle the technical pieces so you can stay focused on your words, your story, and your readers.

$400 for the first page, $125 for each additional page