Professional Book Formatting
for Non-Fiction Authors

Transform your manuscript into a professionally formatted book ready for publishing. From academic texts to business books, we handle complex formatting so you can focus on your message.

The Problem We Solve

Writing your book was hard enough.

Now you're facing:

  • Complex citation formatting requirements
  • Multi-level tables that break across pages
  • Indexes, footnotes, and cross-references
  • Publisher specifications you don't understand
  • Software that wasn't designed for serious non-fiction

Your expertise deserves professional presentation.

Our Service

Send us your manuscript. Get back a beautiful book.

Any format accepted - Word, Google Docs, LaTeX, Scrivener, even handwritten notes
Publisher-ready output - PDF for print, EPUB for digital, formatted to industry standards
Complex formatting handled - Citations, bibliographies, indexes, tables, figures, equations
Fast turnaround - Sample in 24 hours, final delivery in 2-5 days
You own everything - All files, all rights, no lock-in

Note: We specialize in complex non-fiction. For fiction formatting or simple memoirs, we recommend Atticus or Vellum. For professional memoirs with complex elements, we are happy to help.

The Process

Submit Your Manuscript

Upload your files through our secure system in any format.
Timeline: 5 minutes

Receive Sample Conversion

Receive a preview of your formatted book.
Timeline: 24 hours

Strategy Call

Schedule a 30-minute call to discuss your publishing goals.
Timeline: 2-5 business days

Custom Quote & Timeline

Get a fixed price and timeline based on your book's complexity.
Timeline: 24 hours

Professional Formatting

We transform your manuscript into publisher-ready files.
50% upfront payment for speedy delivery or first-time clients.

Delivery

Receive all your files through our secure system.
Final payment releases your files.

Get Started with a Free Sample

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Pricing

Our pricing is transparent and project-based. Every book is unique, but here's what most authors invest:

Professional
Non-Fiction

For business, self-help, popular science, psychology, and philosophy books

  • Professional typography & design
  • Sidebar boxes & callouts
  • Standard complexity handling


Academic Works

Ideal for dissertations, research publications, and scholarly books

  • Complex citation management
  • Academic publisher compliance
  • Bibliography formatting

Technical Documentation

Specialized handling for programming books and scientific texts

  • Code formatting & syntax
  • Complex tables & equations
  • Technical diagram integration

Additional services available:

  • Rush delivery 48hr (+€499 / +$599)
  • Next-day delivery (+€799 / +$949)
  • Same-day delivery (+€999 / +$1199)
  • Professional index from €499 / $699
  • Enhanced proofreading from €299 / $349

All prices + VAT where applicable.
Final quote given after strategy call. 

Every project includes:

  • Publisher-ready PDF and EPUB
  • All source files
  • 30 days of adjustments
  • Free sample preview
  • Expert consultation

Ready to Transform Your Manuscript?
Start with a free sample and consultation
No obligation • Fixed pricing • 30-day support included

Quality Guarantee & Adjustments

We proof everything before delivery, but you know your content best. If you spot any formatting issues, we fix them immediately at no charge. Plus, you have included adjustment time for any design preferences you'd like to change.

Our Promise: We deliver professional, error-free formatting. If we missed anything, we fix it free - always.

Your Flexibility: Each project includes time for adjustments like changing fonts, spacing, or layout preferences.

Clear Boundaries: Adding new content or major restructuring is quoted separately.

Testimonials

"I needed help converting my research papers between different journal formats and creating a thesis cover document in accordance with the requirements of my university. The basic challenge was for me to work on the finalization of the publishing projects and in parallel to create a cover document for the thesis submission where the publications of my thesis work have been embedded.

Clemens handled the technical LaTeX work efficiently and professionally. With his help, I could finish the cover document creation in an efficient manner and in parallel I could do four submissions of my publications using the required conference and journal formats. The most useful part was his solution for linking my individual papers to the main thesis document. Updates to individual publications automatically appeared in the thesis, which saved significant time during the revision process.

When I encountered formatting problems or compilation errors, he typically fixed them within a few hours. Clemens explained the technical aspects clearly and was patient with my questions. The final thesis met all university requirements, and the journal submissions were properly formatted. Good option if you need someone who understands both LaTeX technicalities and academic publishing requirements."

Dr. Markus Meßmer
DHBW Ravensburg / University of Aveiro

German Precision, Personal Service

Your Book in Expert Hands

Your manuscript never leaves our hands. Based in Düsseldorf and led by published author Clemens Lode, we provide direct, personal service - not mass-produced formatting. The goal is to build a "car" for your business, career, or vision, not a paperweight with a shiny facade.

Frequently Asked Questions

"What files do I receive?"
You receive everything: publisher-ready PDFs, EPUB files for digital distribution, and the complete LaTeX source files using our professional LODE template. You own all files and can make future updates yourself or return to us for revision services. Most clients prefer our revision services for consistency and convenience.

"What technology do you use?"
We use professional-grade LaTeX typesetting, the same technology used by academic publishers and technical journals worldwide. Our proprietary LODE template ensures consistent, beautiful results while maintaining full compatibility with industry standards. You don't need to understand the technology - we handle all technical aspects for you.

"Who actually works on my manuscript?"

Your manuscript receives personal attention from our core team: founder Clemens Lode oversees every project and handles all technical formatting from our Düsseldorf office, while Conna Craig, our California-based editor and native English speaker, ensures linguistic precision. The same editor who refined 'LaTeX Book Publishing in 2026' will review your work.

No anonymous outsourcing - just dedicated professionals you can name. Our Düsseldorf-California team structure ensures prompt responses during your business hours, wherever you're located.

"Can I make changes myself later?"
Yes. While most clients return to us for updates (starting at $197), you receive all source files including our LaTeX template. If you have LaTeX knowledge, you can make your own modifications. We also provide the original template for $99 if you want to format additional books yourself, though most authors find our service more time-effective.

Do you have a question about our services?

Reach out, we'd love to hear from you! Schedule a video chat or message us by e-mail or WhatsApp!
We speak English (native), German (native), and French, but our template supports all languages!

Send us an e-mail (mail@lode.de), we will reply as soon as possible.

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Let's talk! Set up a free call with Clemens to discuss our services. Use Calendly to schedule the call.

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