Writing, Design, and Marketing for Writers
Book Services
The face behind Facing Pages is that of award-winning designer and writer Melissa J White, offering an array of book services to anyone who longs to turn their book dream into a reality.
From story ideation to publishing consultation and just about everything in between, Melissa is here and ready to assist.
Whether your ultimate goal is to print a few copies of your book for friends or see it on the shelves at Barnes & Noble someday, there is a place for you here.
Writing
I would love to help you navigate the story you're working on and make sure you produce a book in your own voice that you feel genuinely proud of. My 1-on-1 solutions-focused approach supports first-time writers and published authors alike.
I can help you with:
- Story ideation (fiction, non-fiction, memoir)
- Plot and character brainstorming
- Book title/logline generation
- Manuscript editing, substantive editing, and proofing
- Non-fiction book proposals
- Web content management
Design
Your book deserves a stunning, professional book cover that you love and supplemental materials that you can manage yourself, styled to fit your particular book’s audience. This is my goal for you, and I'm here to help you get there.
View my portfolio of design work.
I can help you with:
- Book design
- Cover design
- Logo design
- Website photography
- Author portraits
- Photoshopping
Marketing
Your book has its own unique audience, specific to the story you are telling. I can help you better understand who that audience is and how you can best reach them. Let's make sure all pieces of your marketing strategy are thought through, planned out, and catered to your specific book.
I can help you with:
- Book marketing
- MiniBranding
- Social media plans
- Publishing consultation
- Distribution resources
- Pricing and budget planning
- Print Management
op.cit. books in Santa Fe, NM
Melissa is a talented and fearless writer with whom I have had the pleasure of working on a variety of projects. She managed the Santa Fe Film Festival blog, guiding content and keeping a strong vision for the site. She is an ace script doctor and screenwriter as well. I would definitely recommend her for any writing project.
Dusty McGowen
Filmmaker and Counselor
Working with Melissa is a delight and a dream! A gifted writer, teacher, and facilitator, she is so generous and kind with her breadth of talent and knowledge. She is also a brilliant editor that makes every writer with whom she collaborates better.
Áine McCarthy
Chrysalis New Mexico
Melissa is extremely knowledgeable and creative; she can bring excellent ideas to the table, and then make them happen! I came to her with an idea and she inspired me to move forward with my dream of creating my own website and podcast. She is worth every minute of time you spend with her, because you think about what she’s said all week long!
Rosalía Triana
Actor and Teacher
Not sure what you need?
If you're not sure where to start, that's ok! I also offer hourly consulting services at $75/hour. Contact me for a complimentary 20-minute consultation to get acquainted and learn if we’ll be a good fit to work together.