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TESTIMONIALS

What our authors say

These aren't anonymous reviews. They're real authors who trusted us with their work — and whose books are now in readers' hands.

I'd worked with a hybrid publisher before and felt completely invisible. With Dave, it was the opposite — he understood my vision from the first call, challenged me

where the manuscript needed it, and the finished book exceeded every expectation I had.

Matthew Saxton

Author of The Cabochon
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Publishing felt overwhelming until I spoke to Dave. For the first time, I understood what I was actually paying for, kept full control of my work, and came away with a

book I'm genuinely proud of. The process was fair, clear and kind.

Soli Osman

Author of Under the Mango Tree
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"The cover design alone was worth every penny — it looks like it belongs on a shelf in Waterstones. But it was the whole experience: professional, warm, and genuinely invested in my book doing well, not just in getting it published."

Anne Hope

Author of Vixen, Raven, Lamb
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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

  • Do I keep my rights?

    Yes, absolutely. You retain 100% of your copyright and publishing rights. Dave Palmer Consulting is a service provider — we never take ownership of, or a share in, your work.

  • How does pricing work?

    Every quote is tailored to your project. There are no fixed packages — you pay for the services you choose. A free, no-obligation consultation gives you a clear written quote before any commitment is made.

  • Do you work with first-time authors?

    Yes, absolutely. You retain 100% of your copyright and publishing rights. Dave Palmer Consulting is a service provider — we never take ownership of, or a share in, your work.

  • Can I choose individual services?

    Yes. You can engage us for a single service — just a cover design, just an Ingram Spark upload — or for the full journey. Your quote reflects exactly what you need and nothing else.

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At Dave Palmer Consulting, we help independent authors turn manuscripts into professionally crafted books—designed for impact, built to last, and ready for readers around the world.

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Editorial

  • Developmental Editing
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Design & Formatting

  • Cover Design
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Publishing & Distribution

  • Amazon KDP Upload & Submission
  • Ingram Spark Upload & Submission
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