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Writing & Story Services
Ghostwriting & Co‑Writing (fiction, novellas, short stories and non-fiction books)
Story Development Coaching & Consultation (Plot, pacing, character arcs). Helping other writers, screenwriters, or creators develop story concepts or characters.
Manuscript Critique & Beta Reading (actionable feedback on structure, voice, world‑building). Providing feedback on manuscripts before they are published, including thoughts on the story, character development, and pacing.
Script & Dialogue Writing (for podcasts, video, and theatrical stage)
Blog & Content Writing (author blogs, guest posts, SEO articles)
Brand Storytelling: Writing stories that help companies create a narrative around their brand, products, or services.
Editing, Proofreading & MS Prep/ Tidying
Beta Reading: Thoughtful, reader-focused feedback on your manuscript, highlighting strengths and pointing out areas for improvement .
Story Editing: Offering feedback on plot structure, character development, pacing, and overall narrative flow for fiction manuscripts.
Developmental & Structural Editing (big‑picture story/structure fixes)
Substantive & Line Editing (polish prose, tighten sentences)
Copy Editing: Fine-tune language, grammar, and style (consistency, style guide compliance) for a polished final products.
Proofreading: The final stage of the editing process. It involves carefully reviewing the text to catch and correct spelling errors, punctuation mistakes, typos, formatting issues, and minor grammar problems. Services include Basic Proofreading (Light Edit) and Advanced Proofreading (Proof & Minor Style Enhancements)
Book Interior & Cover Design
Cover Design: I create eye-catching book covers that reflects the book's theme) and capture the essence of your work. (Concept to final art, 3‑D mockups)
Book Interior Design, Layout & Typesetting: Engaging interiors for both print and digital books. Typography (appropriate fonts and text sizes to ensure readability), Page Layout (structuring the content on each page), Typesetting (arranging the text so it flows)
Illustrations & Artwork: I design custom illustrations, character sketches, and graphics (images, charts, or other visual elements) to complement your narratives.
Branding & Visual Identity: I develop logos, marketing materials, and brand guidelines for authors and creative professionals.
Self‑Publishing & Production Consulting
Print‑On‑Demand Setup (KDP, IngramSpark, Blurb)—with pro formatting, pricing strategy, and distribution setup.
eBook Conversion & Distribution Conversion into EPUB, MOBI, and PDF (including fixed-layout formats). Publish across Kindle, Apple Books, Kobo
Audiobook Prep & Coordination (narrator sourcing, ACX guidance)
ISBN/Barcode Registration & metadata optimization
Print Consultant (Printer sourcing, paper stocks, finishes, bulk‑print quotes)
Marketing & Author Services
Author Website Design & Maintenance (WordPress/Wix turnkey sites)
Social‑Media Strategy Tailored plans with monthly post ideas, captions, and visual content to grow engagement across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, X, and Facebook.
Email Newsletter Setup & Management (Mailchimp, ConvertKit)—including opt-in forms, sequences, and template design.
Book Launch Campaigns (ads, ARC coordination, virtual events)
Press Kits & Media Outreach (one‑sheet, author bios, review copies)


Web Design Services
HTML/CSS – Clean, fast-loading custom-coded websites
WordPress – Dynamic websites with blog, store & plugin support
Wix – Simple, drag‑and‑drop designs for fast launches
Shopify – Online stores for digital & physical product sales
Figma – UI/UX prototyping & wireframing
eCommerce tools – Stripe, PayPal, WooCommerce
Indie Publishers
For independent authors and publishers, I provide budget-friendly book design and production services that meet the highest publishing standards — without the long wait. From beautiful covers to clean, market-ready interiors, you get fast turnaround and personalized attention.
Print & eBook formatting
Custom covers
Quick delivery timelines
Benefits:
Budget-friendly design without compromising quality
Quick turnaround for tight publishing timelines
Formats for both print and eBook
Collaborative and genre-aware process
Covers that stand out on shelves and screens
Creative Services Tailored for Industry Professionals
As a writer and senior designer for indie authors, publishers and agents, I understand both the soul of a book and the power of visual presentation. I design with the reader in mind—crafting covers, layouts, and marketing assets that reflect the heart of your story and speak directly to your audience. Whether you're an indie publisher, a literary agent preparing a pitch, or a publishing house managing a series, I offer purposeful, high-quality design services tailored to your publishing goals.
Literary Agents
Pitch-perfect visuals for powerful proposals. Proposal-level design + mockups.
For literary agents, I basically make your submissions stand out. I help agents elevate manuscripts with professional design mockups, branded pitch decks, and author presentation materials that speak the language of publishing houses.
Proposal-ready design mockups
Author branding & cover concepts
Visual pitch materials
Benefits:
Professional mockups to boost submissions
Helps editors visualize the final product
Strong visual appeal for pitching
Fast, reliable turnaround
Designed by a fellow storyteller
Publishing Houses
For publishers, outsourcing my book design services with confidence and partnering with me means more than just outsourcing—it means gaining a reliable creative ally who understands publishing inside and out. I offer professional, white-label book design services tailored to your needs, whether you're launching a single title or managing an entire series. My flexible pricing models work with your budget, while my design process ensures consistency, quality, and speed.
Series branding
Bulk discounts
Trusted freelance design partner
Benefits
Consistent design across series and titles
Cost-effective bulk packages
Flexible and publisher-friendly delivery
Seamless integration with your workflow
Trusted, experienced design partner
Choose the service that’s right for you
For Publishers & Agents
Affordable. Fast. Professional.
Reliable design support at scale.
I am a committed and hard-working professional and look forward to working with you. I offer honest, original and high-quality work on time according to your specifications. With my keen ability to spearhead challenging projects, combined with my steadfast commitment to top-notch creativity, I am prepared to excel in providing outstanding services to your company. If I seem like a match for you, don’t hesitate and hit me up a message or (perhaps) an interview invitation. I’m always open to discussing new projects. I would be thrilled to offer you my pallet of skills and expertise to help you expand your idea to the best result possible. I can provide you with a complete range of solutions that will enhance and help your business grow and your business identity stand out.
Bio
I'm Okang’a Ooko—a novelist and senior book designer with deep roots in publishing, storytelling, and design. I specialize in helping publishers and agents deliver polished, compelling books that resonate with their markets. Whether you’re producing high-volume titles or championing a first-time author, my design solutions ensure your books look as powerful as the stories they tell, captivating readers, and reflecting professional quality from cover to final page. As an author, my novels explore history, politics, culture, music, love, and identity—told through emotionally rich, character-driven narratives that captures nostalgia, societal conflict, and the personal struggles of those facing change and disconnection. Read more »
Ready to transform your story into something unforgettable? Okang'a Ooko specializes in end-to-end creative solutions for authors, publishers, literary agents, and storytellers. Whether you're crafting your first novel, launching a brand, or building an author platform, he's here to guide you from concept to creation. Learn more »
With decades of experience in storytelling, publishing, and visual design expertise. Ooko helps you bring your book, brand, or message to life—beautifully, strategically.
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