Fixed-layout ebook design service
Some books rely on layout to make sense. Picture books with text over illustrations, cookbooks where photos and recipes sit together, and graphic novels with fixed panels all depend on their design to work properly. When books like this are converted into reflowable text, the structure breaks apart and the meaning is lost. Fixed layout is perfect in these cases. It preserves aesthetics over flexibility, keeping every page, font choice, wrap and layer exactly as designed in your print book. And you can still use the main ebook channels to distribute and sell it.
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Costs and timing
Most fixed layout ebooks are done for our minimum fee of £175. The exact cost depends on the number of pages and how complex the design is. Books with layered artwork, many spreads or interactive elements such as internal links will take longer to prepare and will be quoted accordingly once we have seen your print-ready files. Most fixed layout ebooks are completed within ten days, and if you need the files sooner we offer an express service for an additional fee.
We're ready when you are
A fixed layout ebook lets visually rich books be read digitally without losing their design. Send us your pages and we will guide you through the steps to create a reliable fixed layout edition ready for supported retailers.
Frequently asked questions
Will my ebook look the same as my print book?
Pretty much. A fixed layout ebook is designed to preserve your print pages as closely as possible. The overall layout, artwork, typography and composition remain consistent across compatible devices, and elements such as text over illustrations, photos next to recipes and other layered or anchored items stay in place. Readers cannot change the font, text size or page structure, and only the front cover is included. Back-cover and spine information is added as metadata when the file is uploaded. Small visual differences between devices are normal, but the purpose of fixed layout is to keep each page intact and faithful to the original design.
Can I request changes?
Absolutely, feedback is part of the process. Because fixed layout ebooks are built directly from your print pages, any text or visual corrections should be made in the print-ready PDF first so both formats stay consistent. Once the print change is complete we can update the ebook. If you spot anything that looks incorrect in the digital file itself, just send us an image of the issue and we will investigate.
How do I sell my ebook?
Fixed layout ebooks can be sold through a smaller number of retailers, mainly Apple Books, Kobo and Amazon's supported fixed layout tools. When your file is ready, upload the fixed layout file along with your front-cover image and complete the metadata to match your print edition. If an upload warning appears, send us a screenshot and we will help resolve it. If you prefer, we also offer an ebook publishing service to manage the full setup for you.
Let's move your book into the digital world
Your words deserve to be enjoyed in all the different ways people read today. Let us create a clean reliable ebook that carries your story confidently onto every device.