Sheila Braham

Book Formatting Specialist

Jun 2026 - Present • 3 mos

I format manuscripts for authors who need professionally structured interiors for both digital and print publishing. My work covers paperback, hardcover, Kindle, and other ebook formats, with attention to the technical and visual requirements of each medium. I work with fiction and nonfiction manuscripts, organizing chapter openings, headings, paragraph styles, scene breaks, front matter, back matter, page numbering, headers, footers, tables of contents, lists, quotations, and other recurring elements. For print books, I pay attention to trim size, margins, gutter space, bleed where applicable, page alignment, typography, widow and orphan control, and consistent pagination before preparing print-ready files. For ebooks, I focus on responsive structure, clean formatting, readable typography, navigation, and platform-friendly preparation. I manage projects by reviewing the manuscript requirements with the client, confirming specifications, applying the formatting system, addressing revision requests, and checking the final files before delivery. My priority is to make the finished book look professionally typeset while ensuring the layout remains functional and suitable for its intended publishing format. Skills: Book Formatting, KDP Formatting, Kindle Formatting, Typesetting, Print Layout, EPUB, Typography, PDF Formatting

JOURNAL DESIGN

Jun 2026 - Present • 3 mos

I create thoughtfully structured journal interiors that balance visual appeal with practical everyday use. My journal projects have included guided journals, gratitude journals, prayer journals, wellness journals, fitness journals, reading journals, self-reflection journals, writing journals, and personal development journals. I develop page structures around prompts, writing spaces, trackers, checklists, notes, reflection sections, and repeatable layouts while maintaining consistency throughout the book. I work closely with clients to understand the journal's purpose, target audience, trim size, publishing format, and preferred visual style before developing the interior. I also prepare layouts for paperback, hardcover, spiral-bound, and digital use, paying attention to margins, spacing, typography, alignment, page numbering, bleed requirements, and print readability. Managing client projects has involved clear communication, organized revisions, deadline management, and delivering polished files that are ready for publishing or further production. My focus is creating journals that look professional while remaining comfortable and intuitive for the reader to use. Skills: Journal Design, Editorial Layout, Print Design, Typography, Page Layout, KDP Design, Canva, Print-Ready Design

EBOOK DESIGN

Jun 2026 - Present • 3 mos

I work on ebook layouts that transform manuscripts into clean, readable, professionally structured digital publications. My projects have included fiction and nonfiction titles across genres such as romance, fantasy, romantasy, thriller, mystery, science fiction, historical fiction, contemporary fiction, memoir, self-help, business, Christian books, and educational content. Depending on the manuscript, I structure chapter openings, headings, subheadings, paragraph styles, scene breaks, front matter, back matter, table of contents elements, quotations, lists, and other recurring content while maintaining a consistent reading experience. I pay particular attention to typography, spacing, hierarchy, navigation, and the differences between print and digital reading environments. I communicate directly with clients to understand their publishing platform, manuscript requirements, preferred aesthetic, and desired output before beginning the layout. Projects are managed through organized revisions, content checks, formatting adjustments, and final file preparation. My aim is to deliver ebooks that feel polished and professional without allowing decorative elements to interfere with readability. Skills: Ebook Design, Ebook Formatting, Kindle Formatting, EPUB, Typography, Book Layout, Digital Publishing, Typesetting