Isha Karmakar | Publishing & Manuscript Consultant with Isha Karmakar

I’ve worked in publishing since 2020 and have seen how confusing the journey can be for first-time authors — from understanding what a manuscript needs to choosing editors, designers, publishing routes and marketing support.

Through Story Compass, I help authors make sense of that journey.

What you can expect from this session:

1. Where the manuscript currently stands
2. Whether it needs developmental editing, copy editing or proofreading
3. Cover/design requirements
4. ISBN and metadata
5. Traditional vs self-publishing vs other routes
6. What to look for in a publishing quotation
7. What questions to ask a publisher
8. What should happen before the book goes to publication
9. A practical next-step roadmap

You can book a consultation if you have a completed or nearly completed manuscript and want clarity on what to do next, what services you actually need, or which publishing route may suit your goals.