Book Design

Have you finished writing your life history but don’t know what to do with the manuscript? Perhaps you have interviewed your parents for their life histories, but don’t have the time or ability to turn it into a book. Or maybe you want to get all your genealogy out of boxes and into a format that can bless the lives of your family.  

No matter the subject or stage of your project, we can help you finish it. We specialize in taking raw text and photos and organizing them into beautiful, inviting books. We do everything from digitizing handwritten pages, proofreading and editing your manuscript, scanning and retouching or restoring photographs, designing and laying out your book, and coordinating with a printing company to get your book into the hands of your loved ones. 

Click here to see our portfolio of books we have created for other clients.

Base Book Design Package — Everything you need to get your book from manuscript to printed book; includes communication and planning, basic book formatting, cover, table of contents and front matter, one printed proof copy, and printing assistance $600
Text — includes proofreading and book design $25 per 1000 words
Additional Photos — includes scanning, basic retouching, and book design $18 per image
Most other services (ie. personal interviews, manuscript digitizing, research, advanced photo restoration, etc) $25 per hour

Della was able to put together the most beautiful life history and tribute of my mother. … I would definitely recommend Della and Legacy Autobiography. Our entire family is very happy with the end product of a precious lifetime memory for all to enjoy for years to come. Read more “Amazing production of life time memories!”

Elizabeth Anderson

Outside of raising my kids, I cannot think of another project that has been so rewarding and deeply fulfilling. Della was so very instrumental in using her skills and technology to bring this book to life. I 100% recommend her for any efforts related to family history, editing or publishing. Read more “One of my most meaningful projects ever”

Broc Bryson

When I read the book for the first time, the tears were flowing. I got my beautiful mother back and was able to learn things about her life that I never even knew about. The book turned out to be a masterpiece! I want to thank Della and Legacy Autobiography from the bottom of my heart for the hundreds of hours you spent on this project and for preserving my mother’s memories. You cannot put a price on that; this project was worth every penny. I highly recommend Legacy Autobiography! Read more “”

Barbara Robbins Boud

When the shipment came to my house for distribution to everyone, I open the first box and pulled out one of the hardcover books with a beautiful picture on the cover of my deceased mother.  I began to go through it but could not get very far because I began to sob uncontrollably.  Della is a real professional and cared about every detail of the project.  I highly recommend her… Read more “The Life of Sharon Robbins Boud”

Jim and Linda Boud

Della was able to help us create a miracle. She put her heart into the project, and it was evident she gained a love for our mother throughout the process. I am very grateful for Della’s hard work and dedication in helping make our mother’s beautiful book a reality. Read more “Truly Remarkable”

Michael Boud