Book Publishing Cost Calculator
Estimate what it may cost to edit, design, print and publish your book, in Canadian dollars.
Your book
Services you need
Your estimate
Low estimate
$2,873
High estimate
$5,905
- Copyediting$1,000 – $2,000
- Proofreading$500 – $1,000
- Book cover design$300 – $800
- Interior design and typesetting$250 – $700
- ISBN (free in Canada through the ISBN Canada agency)Free
- Publishing platform and distribution set-up$100 – $300
- Printing, 100 copies$723 – $1,105
These are rough planning ranges in Canadian dollars, not a quotation. Real costs depend on the condition of your manuscript, the size and complexity of the book, and the printer you choose. Request a quote for exact figures.
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