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Ready to publish the book you’ve been dreaming of?

We're a founder-led, end-to-end publishing studio helping authors of nonfiction, memoir, and fiction create exceptional self-published books.

Zero stress, traditional-publishing quality, personal accountability, clear pricing, and a book you’ll be proud to have your name on.

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Fantasy book cover titled 'In the Shadows of the Light' showing a mystical forest with large ancient trees forming a natural archway. There's a cozy wooden cottage with warm glowing windows, surrounded by colorful mushrooms and glowing particles. A small fox is walking on a path in the foreground, with rays of sunlight streaming through the canopy.
Book cover for 'The Lost Spirit' by Ben Jordan, featuring silhouettes of a black wolf and a light green fox with glowing yellow eyes on a green background.
Book cover titled 'Get Out of Tax Debt Now!' by Beverly L. Winstead, Esq. Features a smiling woman with long braids in a red dress, with pink and white background elements.
Book cover titled "Your Key to Home" by Justin McCurdy. It features a gold key at the bottom and a dark blue background. Subtitle reads: "A Complete Guide from Dream to Doorstep and Beyond."
A collage of images highlighting environmental destruction and climate change, featuring a nuclear explosion, polar bears on melting ice, polluted plastic waste, a trash-filled river, and a torn dollar bill with a photo of a man and woman. The cover text reads 'A Novel of Global Survival: The Doomsday Professor' by David S. Ostreicher, MS, MPH.
Book cover with a smiling woman wearing a black blazer over a yellow top, with text reading "The 40 Letters They Never Saw Coming: A Healing Journey Through Life's Hardest Lessons" by Dr. Samantha Walton.
Book cover featuring a man and woman posing with a motorcycle, with title 'From River Bottoms to Rock Bottom and Back' and subtitle 'A Veteran's Memoir of Addiction, Accountability, and Redemption' by Don Lineberry.
Close-up image of the Statue of Liberty's face with a tear. Dark grey metal structure of the statue's crown and rays extending outward in the background. Text overlays read 'Sincerely, America' and 'Confronting the Shadow of a Nation Longing to Heal'. At the bottom, the author's name, Benjamin John Lee, is displayed.
Book cover titled '8 Essentials for Overcoming Cancer' with a yellow pencil on the left side and a dragon icon at the bottom, author name Stefanie Walther in red at the bottom. Nonfiction self-published book.
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What sets us apart

Founder-led, not faceless
Robin oversees every project from intake to publication, so you always know who’s accountable for your book.

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Structured publishing workflow
Three rounds of editorial work, industry-standard design tools, and built-in quality checks at every layer.

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Senior team of experts
No random freelancers with questionable skills. We’re seasoned pros with exacting standards, and we’re generous with our knowledge.

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Everything you need in one package.

Making exceptional books is our craft, and we stick to what we do best. Our packages include everything you need to go from draft manuscript to published book in hand. No piecemeal services or unnecessary frills that drive up pricing.

All packages include editing, proofreading, cover design, print and ebook layout, SEO and metadata, pricing guidance, and publishing upload.

Note: We’re not marketers, and we don’t offer marketing services. We take care of the most important step—creating a high-quality book. The rest is up to you.

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The right package for your genre


AUTHORITY NONFICTION

For experts, professionals, and thought leaders

Whether your book is a credential, a calling card, or a content engine for your business, we’ll ensure it’s taken seriously. We bring the editorial care your professional reputation deserves, plus broader distribution, to give your book the best chance of finding its audience.

From $6,995


MEMOIR
 

For legacy authors and anyone sharing their story

Memoir is some of the most personal writing there is. We provide the care and craft your story deserves: comprehensive editorial work attentive to voice, pacing, and emotional consistency, paired with end-to-end production support to ensure your book leaves a lasting legacy.

From $6,295


FICTION
 

For novelists and creative writers ready to publish

Fiction at this tier is built for authors who've done the hard creative work and want their novel produced to a genuinely professional standard. We bring comprehensive line editing and copyediting, careful production, and Amazon-ready discoverability — so your story stands on its craft.

From $5,995

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Love from our authors

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Amazing at what she does! I couldn't have done this without her!”

—Justin McCurdy, Real Estate Professional & Author
Your Key to Home: A Complete Guide from Dream to Doorstep and Beyond

Book cover titled "What Five Million Can't Buy" by Cory D. Sims, featuring a smiling man with a beard, set against a blue background with neon-like accents.

“Robin is truly the best in the business!
I highly recommend her!”

—Cory Sims, Beast Games II Runner-Up & Author
What Five Million Can’t Buy: Faith, Integrity, and the True Definition of Winning

A book cover titled "How to Eat an Elephant" by Nova René, featuring an illustration of an elephant in a savannah landscape with trees in the background.

“I was heard, and I felt like a huge part of every step.”

—Nova Rene, Author
How to Eat an Elephant: A Gentle Guide to Personal Growth, Resilience, and Finding Your Way Forward

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Hello, I’m Robin

I started Starling Publishing after spending more than a decade as a professional editor working closely with authors, learning firsthand what it takes to create exceptional books—and where the process usually goes wrong.

We’re a founder-led studio with a structured publishing workflow, combining trust and accountability with quality and cohesion to produce great books that authors are proud to put their name on.

Wondering how we could fit into your publishing journey? Send us a message or book a 10-minute discovery call with me to find out!

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