Essential

Service Description

Essential Publishing Package The Complete Guided Path to Professional Publishing, Global Reach, and Author Branding The Essential Package is Kushite Publishing’s signature mentorship program for authors who are ready to go beyond just hitting “publish.” This tier includes everything in our Basic Package—plus advanced strategies for global distribution, cataloging, digital presence, ecommerce, marketing, and brand building. You’ll still be guided step-by-step, but with deeper support, done-with-you assets, and expanded tools to position your book—and your brand—for long-term success. Includes everything in BASIC, plus: IngramSpark Account Setup Expand your reach into bookstores, libraries, and international markets with a professional distribution account. Ebook Creation & Upload Get help converting and publishing your book in digital format across all major platforms (Kindle, Apple Books, etc.). Library Cataloging (LCCN + CIP Block) Get step-by-step guidance to secure your Library of Congress Control Number and create a CIP block for librarian-friendly data. Shopify Bookstore Setup Learn how to build a sleek online bookstore to sell direct and keep more royalties. Email List Growth Strategy We’ll guide you in setting up tools and tactics to grow your reader list and stay connected with your audience. Book Trailer Creation Support and strategy to script, style, and launch a compelling book trailer that promotes your story visually. Social Media Account Creation Build or refresh your presence on key platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, etc.) with guided support and branding tips. Promotional Materials & Merch Design Templates and guidance to design bookmarks, T-shirts, posters, and other branded promo items. Global Distribution Strategy Broaden your reach beyond Amazon with a clear, guided plan for getting your book into hands around the world. Dedicated Web Hosting We’ll help you set up a reliable, custom web hosting plan to scale your author site. Promotion via KushitePublishing.com Be featured on our home site through blog posts and TikTok shoutouts to increase exposure. Amazon Optimization Boost discoverability with keyword research, category placement, and metadata insights. Linktree Setup Consolidate all your purchase, promo, and social links into one easy-to-share branded hub. QR Code Generation Get custom QR codes to drive readers to your book page, website,