Afshan Y

children's book expert

Upwork

Jan 2018 - Present • 8 yrs 8 mos

As a children's storybook expert with 8+ years of design experience, I bring stories to life through engaging character design, vibrant illustrations, and polished KDP formatting. I've worked on multiple published titles, helping authors turn their manuscripts into beautifully designed books ready for Amazon KDP — from cover design and interior layout to age-appropriate illustrations that capture young readers' imaginations. Whether you need a completely custom-illustrated storybook or professional formatting for an existing manuscript, I make sure every page is print-ready, visually consistent, and true to your story's tone.

Books formatting expert

upwok • Freelance

Jan 2014 - Present • 12 yrs 8 mos

As a professional book formatter with 8+ years of design experience, I specialize in preparing manuscripts for Amazon KDP publishing using InDesign, Canva, and MS Word — ensuring every book is print-ready, properly structured, and meets all platform specifications. I handle interior layout, margins, bleed, trim sizes, font consistency, and page formatting for both print and eBook versions. I've formatted multiple published titles, catching layout issues before they become problems and making sure the final product looks clean and professional from cover to cover. Whether it's a children's storybook, workbook, or PDF lead magnet, I make sure your file is submission-ready and free of formatting errors.