Author Investment

Pricing Transparency at Little Creek Press

We believe in clear costs, honest value, and partnerships built on trust.

Publishing a book is an investment — and we want you to feel confident about every dollar you spend. That’s why we’ve designed our pricing to reflect both the real costs of quality publishing and our commitment to keeping services accessible to passionate authors.

Base Pricing Breakdown


Publishing Package (starting at)	$7,500
Marketing Support (base fee)	$500
ISBN Registration	$75
Editing	Varies by manuscript (estimate provided upfront)
Illustration (if applicable)	Varies by scope (estimate provided upfront)
Author Book Orders	Printing + shipping only (no markup)
Estimated Total Range	Typically $8,500-$10,000 for most projects

Price Transparency Guide

Learn more about our pricing structure and download a pricing transparency guide.

What You’re Really Paying For

‍‍A Handpicked, Award-Winning Team Working for You

Designers & Editors with 15+ years of publishing experience, carefully matched to your project.
Marketing and PR Support that helps your book get noticed, not just launched.
Operations & Finance Team ensuring smooth contracts, accurate royalty reporting, and long-term support.
Leadership Oversight on every project, led by a founder deeply involved in your success.

Behind-the-Scenes Excellence

Over 100 hours of expert coordination, from onboarding to post-launch support.
Custom workflows that save you time, reduce overwhelm, and keep you focused on being the author.
Long-term partnership—our support continues as long as we manage distribution.

Why it Matters

We don’t cut corners or push volume. Your story is treated with care, intention, and craftsmanship. Our transparent pricing reflects the real labor, trusted relationships, and Wisconsin-rooted integrity that define the LCP experience.

The Authors of Little Creek Press

We have spoken to so many authors who are passionate about the work that they want to share, and itching to get out and market their books. But their struggle to find a good fit in the independent book publishing world has them burnt out and disheartened before the process has even begun.  The LCP community is different. We treat authors like our neighbors, because they are! Helping foster a sense of community amongst Wisconsin folks is what we thrive on. Our relationships with authors do not end once their books are out on shelves. They have only just begun.

Little Creek Press authors and titles have appeared in conversations across:

"Finding Little Creek Press was the best thing that could've happened to my book-writing dreams. They listen and create thoughtfully, fulfilling and even surpassing the vision I had for the book covers. I am so proud to have the LCP logo on my books."

Lisa Avelleyra

Author of Shelved

"I have published with several renowned presses and have found working with Little Creek Press comparable to the very best."

David E. Cartwright

Author of From Wisconsin With Love

"For a first-time author, and I always felt supported by knowledgeable, dependable professionals every step of the way. I would highly recommend Little Creek Press to any author."

Whitney Erin Woodford

Author of Marvin's Rainy Day

"Little Creek Press lived up to their impeccable reputation. I couldn’t be more pleased with LCP's service and attention to detail."

Roger Skrypczak

Author of Emma's Demise

"In this day and age, it’s a rare opportunity to work with a local publisher, whose byline touts its giving voice to Wisconsin authors."

Andrew Lifson

Author of Rogues in a Nation

"If your book is about Wisconsin or takes place in Wisconsin, this would be my first stop. And very likely the best home you could find."

Michael O. Sajbel

Author of I Think I'm Goin' Back

"I'm on team Little Creek Press all day. They are the only place I call home for my publishing needs and are a huge pillar of my writing family."

Sagashus T. Levingston PhD

Author of Infamous Mothers

"When I approached a couple of well-known Wisconsin-based authors with my soon-to-be-completed manuscript, they recommended that I seek out Little Creek Press. I did, and it has been a dream come true."

Richard L. Cates Jr.

Author of A Creek Runs Through This Driftless Land

"Their ability to listen, play, and not give up made the biggest difference for me and how absolutely thrilled I still am every time I admire my book. I highly recommend working with Little Creek Press for your publishing needs."

Sara Alvarado

Author of Dreaming in Spanish

"Little Creek Press became the light at the end of my dark tunnel. They helped me breathe as they led me through the process of physically bringing my story to life. To hold my book in my hands for the first time, to smell the pages and feel the energy of MY book was incredible."

Niki Bergler

Author of She's Done Pretending

"The attention to quality and detail are outstanding. Whether you’re a veteran of the industry or publishing your first book, you cannot go wrong with Little Creek Press."

Michael Massey

Author of More: A Memoir

"In my experience with Little Creek Press, I found that Kristin Mitchell fully understood the aspirations I had for my manuscript, and she worked collaboratively and professionally with me to produce a book that beautifully served those aspirations."