Book Publishing Strategy Session
Ready to publish your book with confidence?
Get one-on-one publishing guidance from Sharon Jones-Scaife, author, Founder & CEO of Lil’ Marco and Friends, and founder of Coffee Creek Media Group.
You stay the publisher. Coffee Creek Media Group guides and supports authors. We do not publish, market or sell your book, so you keep all rights and royalties.
Work with someone who has actually done it
Publishing experience
- Published 25+ books and educational products
- Sold 60,000+ books and products
- Experience with Amazon KDP and IngramSpark
- Guidance on printing, pricing, distribution and publishing strategy
Business & brand experience
- Founder & CEO of Lil’ Marco and Friends
- Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses graduate
- Featured on WFAA, NBC 5, Texas Today and more
- Experience with schools, libraries, events, media and brand growth
Who this session is for
- First-time authors who need help understanding the publishing process
- Children’s book authors preparing to self-publish
- Authors needing help with KDP, IngramSpark, ISBNs, printing or distribution
- Authors who want feedback on their publishing plan
- Authors interested in marketing, vendor events, schools, libraries and book sales
What we can discuss
- Self-publishing basics
- Amazon KDP setup
- IngramSpark setup
- ISBNs and copyright basics
- Book pricing and printing options
- Marketing and promotion
- School and library opportunities
- Vendor events and book festivals
- Children’s book publishing
- Author brand development
Choose your session
Book your strategy session
30-Minute Session
$75
Best for authors with a few specific publishing questions.
60-Minute Session
$125
Best for authors seeking deeper guidance and strategic planning.
How it works
1. Choose
Pick a 30- or 60-minute session.
2. Pay
Pay securely through PayPal.
3. Schedule
Choose a time on Sharon’s calendar.
4. Share
Answer a few intake questions.
5. Meet
Meet with Sharon by Zoom.
Already paid? Pick your session time on Sharon’s calendar.
Before you book: during scheduling, you’ll be asked to share 3–5 questions you would like answered. This helps Sharon understand your project and prepare focused guidance for your session.
Important note: this consultation provides educational guidance and recommendations based on Sharon Jones-Scaife’s publishing experience. Purchasing a consultation does not guarantee publication, book sales, media coverage, distribution approval or specific business results.
Author services
Need hands-on help after your session? We can produce the pieces of your book while you remain the publisher.
Manuscript review & editing
Feedback, editing and proofreading so your book reads cleanly.
Layout & cover design
Print-ready interiors and covers that meet KDP and IngramSpark specifications.
Illustration
Original illustration for children’s books and educational products.
ISBN & copyright guidance
Clear steps for registering your ISBNs and protecting your work.
Book printing
Printed copies for events, schools and direct sales. Request a quote for your quantity.
Print-on-demand setup guidance
Walk-throughs for setting up your own KDP and IngramSpark accounts and listings.
Author branding & websites
A logo, a consistent author look and a simple website that presents you and your books.
Press release writing
A professional release announcing your book. We write it; you distribute it.
Frequently asked questions
Will Coffee Creek Media Group publish my book?
No. We guide and support authors, and we can design and print your book, but you remain the publisher. Your book is released under your own name or imprint, and you keep all rights and royalties.
Do you market or sell my book?
No. We share marketing strategies in your session and can create marketing materials, but selling and promoting your book is up to you.
Can you print my books?
Yes. Tell us your page count, size, format and quantity, and we will send you a printing quote.
Do you distribute press releases?
We write and polish your press release. You send it to the media outlets and contacts you choose.
How do sessions take place?
All strategy sessions are held by Zoom. You’ll receive the link after you schedule your time.
What should I prepare?
Have 3–5 questions ready, plus anything that helps explain your project, such as a manuscript excerpt, a cover idea or your publishing timeline.
Your book deserves a clear plan
Choose a 30- or 60-minute session, or contact us about editing, design and printing.