White-Glove Publishing.
Nothing Held Back.
Ultimate is our top tier — developmental editing, professional audiobook, bookstore returns, VIP dedicated manager, and every premium asset included. For authors who refuse to compromise.
The complete no-compromise experience — with a dedicated manager by your side.
EDITION
Why This Package
Ultimate is our top tier for authors who refuse to compromise. Developmental editing, human-narrated audiobook production, VIP project management, bookstore returns, and our full premium marketing stack are all included.
You work with a dedicated manager, move to the front of the queue, and get the kind of publishing experience traditionally reserved for established names.
What’s Included
Complete White-Glove Service
- ✓ Everything in Signature
- ✓ Full developmental editing
- ✓ Professional audiobook production
- ✓ Bookstore Returns Program
- ✓ VIP dedicated support manager
- ✓ 20 author copies included
Best For
Authors investing seriously in their career — who want every production, marketing, and distribution advantage in a single package with personal VIP support.
100% rights & 100% royalties stay yours. No revenue share. No rights grab. No portal subscription. Lifetime portal on this package. Full details in your project agreement.
What you’ll receive with Ultimate
The highest-touch option: maximum included support and the most guided path from manuscript to market.
- VIP-level coordination and premium production
- Deepest included stack (editing path, audiobook, brand assets as listed)
- Launch extras + full ownership terms
- Lifetime portal with dedicated-feel support
- You keep 100% rights and 100% royalties
Best for: Authors who want the most help and the smoothest experience in one package.
Why pay more than the tier below? If Ultimate is more than you need, Pro or Signature usually cover most goals.
Choose UltimateYou keep 100% rights and 100% royalties — we never take a cut of your book sales.
Free 15-minute Author Readiness Call. No pressure. No obligation.
Best for you if…
- You want white-glove management and the full premium stack
- You need top editorial and audiobook paths included
- You prefer one coordinated package over assembling freelancers
White-glove publishing when you refuse to compromise
Best when you want maximum human support, premium production, and the full marketing stack included.
Ultimate is our top tier: developmental editorial support, professional audiobook production, VIP dedicated management, bookstore-returns readiness, and the full premium asset set — without nickel-and-diming the critical path.
You work with priority attention, clear portal visibility, and transparent inclusions before you pay. You still keep 100% of rights and book royalties.
If Ultimate is more than you need today, Pro or Signature usually cover most authors. A free 15-minute consult can confirm the right fit before you commit.
Need less? If you need brand building without the full white-glove stack, Signature is the step down. Signature ($1,987) →
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Free 15-minute Author Readiness Call. No pressure. No obligation.
For Signature and Ultimate, many authors book a free Author Readiness Call before checkout so we can confirm fit and timeline — no pressure.
Common questions about this package
What makes Ultimate different from Signature?
Ultimate includes top-tier human support such as developmental editorial scope, professional audiobook production, and dedicated management — the full white-glove stack in one package.
Do I keep my rights and royalties?
Yes. You retain 100% copyright and 100% of net book royalties. AuthorShelf does not take a revenue share on book sales.
Is the Author Portal included?
Yes. Lifetime Author Portal access is included on every package — production phases, file approvals, messaging, and royalty visibility after launch. There is no portal subscription.
Can I add services later?
Yes. À la carte services (editing, marketing, audiobook, websites, and more) can be added when you need them. Packages remain the best value for coordinated production.
Are Milestone Plans available?
Yes. Optional milestone payment schedules are available on packages, with a $149 Milestone Plan setup fee when you choose that path. Pay-in-full pricing is always listed on the packages page.
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100% rights & royalties stay yours.
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