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Why Choose Still Water Publishers?

At Still Water Publishers, we believe publishing is more than producing a book—it's stewarding a message. We understand that your manuscript represents your time, your experiences, and often the calling God has placed on your heart. That's why we approach every project with excellence, honesty, and prayer.

As a U.S.-based Christian publishing company, our business is founded on biblical principles. We believe that integrity isn't just good business—it's a reflection of our faith. We answer to a higher standard, seeking to honor God in every interaction, every decision, and every book we help bring into the world. Our commitment is to treat every author with respect, transparency, and fairness while providing professional guidance throughout the publishing process.

Our team combines professional publishing experience with a genuine heart for serving authors. Co-owner Matt Shoemaker holds a degree in Graphic Design and spent eight years with Harvest House Publishers, where he gained valuable experience in professional book production and design. That background, combined with our passion for Christian publishing, allows us to provide high-quality publishing services while maintaining the personal attention that independent authors deserve.

Whether you're publishing your first book or adding to an existing collection, we're here to walk alongside you every step of the way.

Below you'll find our three publishing packages, designed to meet authors wherever they are in their publishing journey. We also offer professional editing services that can be added to any package or purchased separately, ensuring your manuscript is polished and ready for publication.

Author Services Packages

SEED – $800

Perfect for authors ready to take the first step toward publishing their book professionally and confidently.


Professional proofreading for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and basic readability corrections to help ensure your manuscript is polished and publication-ready
Custom-designed book cover including front cover, spine, and back cover creation tailored to your book's message, genre, and audience
Professional interior formatting and layout design for a clean, reader-friendly appearance suitable for print publication
Final print-ready PDF files prepared to meet publishing platform specifications
Inclusion and placement of up to ten (10) interior images within the manuscript
Five (5) complimentary paperback author copies for personal use, gifting, or promotional purposes
Guidance through the publishing preparation process to help simplify the transition from manuscript to finished book

       HARVEST – $1,100    

Designed for authors who want not only professional publishing services, but continued visibility and promotion through the Still Water Publisher brand. Includes everything in the Seed Package, plus:


Publication under the Still Water Publishers imprint, including a professionally registered ISBN (ISBN cost included, a $125 value)
Book listing on the Still Water Publishers website as part of our growing author catalog
Featured Book placement on the Still Water Publishers website homepage for one (1) full week following release
Ongoing social media promotion across Still Water Publishers platforms with one (1) featured promotional post per month for three (3) years
Professional publishing setup through Amazon KDP and Barnes & Noble Press
Your book published under the Still Water Publishers name for added branding and credibility
Continued promotional support designed to help keep your book visible beyond launch week

Royalty partnership structure with Still Water Publishers receiving 10% royalties from Amazon KDP and Barnes & Noble sales

STEWARD – $1,400

Created for authors who desire a more hands-on promotional experience with expanded visibility, launch support, and ongoing marketing through Still Water Publisher. Includes everything in the Seed and Harvest Packages, plus:


Pre-launch social media promotion beginning the week prior to your release date to help build excitement, anticipation, and reader awareness leading into launch day
Coordinated social media marketing across Still Water Publishers platforms, including a featured promotional launch video or reel created to showcase your book
Additional promotional spotlight opportunities designed to introduce readers to both your book and your story as an author
Featured Book placement on the Still Water Publishers website homepage for two (2) full weeks following release
Expanded ongoing promotion through Still Water Publishers social media platforms with three (3) featured promotional posts per month for three (3) years
Professional eBook formatting and publication setup for Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)
Professional Amazon KDP publishing setup and release assistance under the Still Water Publishers imprint

Editing Packages

$0.03 per word +
$50 one-time processing fee    


Designed for authors who want to strengthen the readability, clarity, and overall polish of their manuscript while maintaining their unique voice and style.


Comprehensive two-round professional line editing process
Round One includes a detailed line-by-line edit focused on sentence structure, word choice, clarity, flow, consistency, tone, and readability
Careful refinement of awkward phrasing, repetition, pacing, and transitions to create a smoother reading experience
Author review period allowing you to evaluate, approve, or decline suggested editorial changes
Round Two line edit completed after author revisions are submitted
Final polishing pass to ensure revisions are cohesive, professional, and publication-ready
Editing designed to preserve the author’s voice while elevating the overall quality and presentation of the manuscript
Provides a clean, polished, and professionally refined final manuscript ready for publication consideration

$0.035 per word +
$50 one-time processing fee    


Our most comprehensive editing service, designed for authors seeking deeper guidance and professional feedback to strengthen the overall effectiveness and marketability of their manuscript.


Extensive developmental editing focused on improving the overall structure, organization, pacing, clarity, and reader engagement of the manuscript
Big-picture editorial feedback addressing content flow, chapter structure, consistency, transitions, storytelling strength, and overall readability
Careful refinement of awkward phrasing, repetition, pacing, and transitions to create a smoother reading experience
Detailed in-manuscript comments and guidance throughout the manuscript to provide direction, suggestions, and professional insight
Personalized editorial recommendations designed to strengthen the manuscript while preserving the author’s intended message and voice
Author revision stage allowing time to thoughtfully revise the manuscript based on developmental feedback
Professional line edit completed on the revised manuscript draft
Basic copy editing included for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and readability corrections
Designed to significantly strengthen the manuscript’s professional quality, reader impact, and publishing marketability
Ideal for authors who desire deeper editorial collaboration before publication preparation begins

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