Book Interior Design & Formatting
Typography, spacing, and structure designed for readability and reliable print.
I design and format book interiors for indie authors who want their books to read cleanly, print reliably, and feel intentional rather than templated.
My focus is on typography, spacing, and structure, the elements that quietly shape how a book is experienced, even when they go unnoticed.
Examples of interior pages designed for balance, rhythm, and long-form readability.
An interior designed around the book — not the template
Every book places different demands on its interior. Trim size, genre, pacing, and publishing platform all influence how a layout should behave. Interior design is not a single export, it’s a series of decisions made to support reading across formats.
I consider:
Typographic hierarchy and consistency
Trim-size–specific margins and spacing
Chapter rhythm and scene breaks
Platform-ready preparation for print and ebook
Pre-proof checks to prevent layout issues later
Why typography and spacing matter
Good interior design doesn’t draw attention to itself. It guides the reader, controls pace, and allows the story to unfold without friction. Poor spacing or over-styled pages can subtly interrupt immersion — even when nothing looks obviously wrong.
My approach prioritises restraint. Pages that breathe. Typography that supports the narrative rather than competing with it.
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Book Interior & Formatting FAQs
Can I format my own book?
Many authors do. Formatting tools are accessible and for simple projects they can be enough. A lot of the authors I work with come after encountering spacing issues, print inconsistencies or layout problems that only appear at proof stage.
What’s the difference between print and ebook formatting?
Print and ebook interiors behave differently. Print relies on fixed layouts, margins, and page flow, while ebooks are flowable and must adapt to different devices and reader settings. Each format requires its own considerations.
What’s the difference between templates and typographic formatting?
Templates are designed to work broadly. Typographic formatting is designed around a specific book its trim size, genre, pacing, and structure, resulting in a more considered reading experience.
Why does spacing matter so much?
Spacing affects rhythm, comfort, and readability. Too tight feels rushed, too loose feels unbalanced. Consistent spacing is one of the clearest markers of professional interior design.
Will I still have control over my book?
Yes. I guide structure and typography while respecting your content and preferences. Decisions are made with the book’s needs in mind, not to impose a preset style.
Why hire a formatter instead of doing it myself?
Formatting software can produce files. A formatter brings judgment, experience, and an external eye, especially useful when issues aren’t visible until it’s too late to fix them easily.