I will professionally format complex academic, scientific and textbook books


About this gig
Your research may be brilliant but poor formatting can make a complex book difficult to read.
Tables overflowing, inconsistent headings, misplaced figures, awkward page breaks, or a manuscript that still looks like a raw Word document?
I can fix that.
I specialize in complex academic, scientific, technical, educational textbook and textbook formatting, transforming detailed manuscripts into clean, structured, professional book interiors.
You'll get:
- Professional page layout & typography
- Consistent chapters, headings & spacing
- Tables, charts, figures & captions
- Footnotes and endnotes
- References & bibliography formatting
- Headers, footers & page numbering
- Clickable Table of Contents
- Print ready PDF formatting
- Careful quality checks before delivery
Whether you're a professor, researcher, academic author, textbook author, educator, or publisher, I'll format your book with attention to detail, consistency, and readability.
You bring the complex content. I'll turn it into a professional publication.
Send me your manuscript before ordering so I can review the project, understand its complexity, and recommend the right package.
Delivery style preference
Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.
Get to know Joanne Kelley
Fixed Layout EPUB3 Formatting Specialist
- FromUnited States
- Member sinceSep 2026
- Avg. response time1 hour
Languages
Spanish, English, German, Italian
FAQ
What types of books do you format?
I specialize in complex academic, scientific, technical, and textbook formatting. I can work with research books, educational textbooks, professional manuals, and other structured publications that require a clean, consistent layout.
What elements can you format?
I can format elements such as tables, figures, charts, captions, headings, footnotes, endnotes, references, page numbers, headers, footers, and clickable Tables of Contents, depending on your project requirements.
Can you handle a book with a complex layout?
Yes. This gig is specifically designed for books that require more than basic formatting. I carefully organize complex content and page layouts while maintaining consistency, readability, and a professional appearance throughout the book.
What file do you need from me?
You can send your manuscript in an available format such as Microsoft Word, PDF, or another editable source file. If your book contains complex elements, providing the best-quality source files available helps me achieve the most accurate result.
Will you format equations, tables, charts, and figures?
Yes, I can work with these elements when they are provided as part of your manuscript. The exact scope depends on their complexity, quantity, and how they need to be presented, so please contact me first for larger or highly technical projects.
Will I receive a print ready file?
Yes. The completed book can be prepared as a professional print ready PDF, with proper page layout, margins, typography, pagination, and overall consistency according to your project requirements.
Should I contact you before placing an order?
Yes, especially for complex projects. Please send your manuscript, approximate page count, and any specific formatting requirements before ordering. I’ll review the project and recommend the package that best matches its complexity.

