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Seeking an experienced Adobe InDesign formatter to prepare a 65,546 - word, financial reference manual for Amazon KDP Kindle. FIXED BUDGET - MAX PAY: $150 USD REQUIREMENTS 1. Professionally format the manuscript using Adobe InDesign. 2. Produce a reflowable Kindle EPUB. 3. Format chapters, subtitles, headings, lists, and callouts. 4. Create a clickable table of contents and functional Kindle navigation. 5. Test the EPUB in Kindle Previewer and correct formatting defects. 6. Preserve all manuscript wording without unauthorized changes. The manuscript does NOT contain any special formatting elements, such as footnotes, endnotes, or tables. It is primarily text from the front matter through the back matter. DELIVERABLES 1. KDP-ready EPUB (.epub). 2. Complete, editable InDesign project (.indd or .idml), including linked assets and font details. 3. Corrections required to pass KDP's initial review. PAYMENT A $150 USD milestone will be funded via Freelancer before work begins and released within 24 hours of KDP approval, following delivery and final review. IMMEDIATE ADDITIONAL PROJECTS 1. This is the first book in a series. Upon successful completion of this Kindle project, we intend to immediately award the formatter (if their work is excellent) a separate paperback formatting project WITH ITS OWN $150 USD budget. 2. THE PAPERBACK IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS KINDLE PROJECT OR ITS $150 USD PRICE. LONG-TERM PUBLISHING OPPORTUNITY A second book's rough draft is already complete, with additional titles planned. All of the books in the series will have a Kindle and paperback version. We are seeking a skilled EPUB - InDesign, formatter for an ongoing publishing relationship. TO APPLY Provide an example of a reflowable Kindle EPUB you formatted using InDesign and your estimated completion time for this Kindle project. Ready to begin immediately. -
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Hello, My name is Adams Kazeem, and I’m an experienced graphic designer specializing in Kindle eBook formatting and professional publication design. I can format your 65,546-word financial reference manual into a clean, reflowable Kindle EPUB while preserving your manuscript exactly as supplied. Portfolio: www.freelancer.com/u/datasoftsolution Using Adobe InDesign and professional EPUB tools, I’ll format chapters, headings, lists, callouts, front/back matter, and create a clickable TOC with reliable Kindle navigation. I’ll test the EPUB in Kindle Previewer, correct reflow and spacing issues, and deliver the KDP-ready EPUB plus editable InDesign project and linked assets. I can complete the project within 3 days for the $150 fixed budget and am available to begin immediately. Best regards, Adams Kazeem
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As a talented and versatile design professional with extensive experience in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly with InDesign, I am confident in offering you the high-quality formatting work you require for your financial reference manual. Over the years, I have expertly navigated the intricate features of Adobe InDesign to create professional, reflowable Kindles for clients across diverse industries. Moreover, while my service offering aligns primarily with eBook formatting, I can easily translate these skills into producing print-ready manuscripts when called for - perfect for your immediate future project. My proficiency in incorporating headings, chapters, table of contents, as well as troubleshooting Kindle Previewer and preserving original manuscripts will be a significant asset to ensuring an efficient and accurate process. Client satisfaction is my guiding principle, and your long-term publishing opportunity is something I'm undeniably excited about. Having worked with various clients to translate their ideas into powerful designs that meet their marketing objectives promptly and within budget - I firmly believe our work partnership would be fruitful. With me on board, you can rest assured that your subsequent series will transition seamlessly from draft to high-quality manuscript. Save time and hassle by choosing a proficient designer like me to handle your formatting needs!
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Having cultivated my design skills over the past 6+ years, I'm confident that I can satisfy your project's every need and provide you with a top-tier reflowable Kindle EPUB that mirrors your financial reference manual's content perfectly. More specifically, my solid command over Adobe Creative Suite and especially InDesign will ensure that your manuscript is formatted to industry standards, preserving every single word in the process. Our rapport doesn't have to end with just this project! As indicated by my extensive skillset, I also specialize in print design which I believe can be immensely valuable for your future paperback formatting projects. By readily adapting to every one of your publishing needs and consistently delivering results that surpass expectations, I strive to build trusted long-term relationships with all my clients. Lastly, to instill confidence in my abilities, allow me to share one example of a reflowable Kindle EPUB I have previously formatted using InDesign. It will give you a glimpse into how meticulously I handle such projects. Estimating the completion time for this Kindle endeavor, I anticipate delivering the KDP-ready EPUB and InDesign project files well within your outlined time frame. Let us embark on this project together and set the tone for an enduringly successful professional journey!
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Hi, It sounds like you're not just formatting one book - you're setting up the base for a whole series that has to pass KDP cleanly and look consistent every time. Here's one question I have in mind: - When a reader opens this manual in a hurry, what is the one thing they must be able to find without effort? The answer decides how the book should be structured so it works as a true reference, not just a file that gets approved. Happy to have a short diagnostic chat this week to talk it through. –Abdul Basit Ali P.S. Recently, I completed the 500+ page book formatting for Amazon KDP via InDesign. The client was facing various issues with the margins, bleeds, sizes, cover settings, and I solved all errors in multiple iterations, which taught me a lot of things that I can implement in your book formatting.
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Hi. This is a good fit because Kindle EPUB formatting is usually less about simple layout and more about precise CSS styling and XML structure so existing navigational elements continue working. I have experience with Adobe InDesign, Amazon Kindle publishing, Adobe Creative Suite, and ebook architecture to ensure your financial manual meets all KDP technical specifications perfectly. The main technical issue in reflowable Kindle formatting is that improper paragraph styles or nested object anchors can cause text to break or flow incorrectly, which can cause significant rendering failure modes on smaller e-ink devices or mobile applications. I would solve this by mapping all manuscript styles to semantic HTML tags, setting up a robust master page for consistent chapter breaks, generating a clean clickable table of contents, and testing the final package in Kindle Previewer to ensure every heading and list renders correctly across all supported Amazon reading platforms. I can also configure the metadata, internal linking, and image scaling so the system works fully after completion and passes the KDP automated review process without any formatting errors or warnings. The goal is to make the system run exactly like a professional digital publication and ensure everything is tested and stable. And I can help you so on. Thanks.
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With over 10+ years as a skilled Graphic and Book Designer, I am confident in my ability to not just format your eBook, but to enhance it. My proficiency in Adobe InDesign and keen eye for detail will ensure your requirement of professional formatting is met. Having extensively worked on eBooks, from their covers to the layout, I have developed an intimate understanding of KDP requirements. Your satisfaction and project success are important to me, which is why I prioritize clear communication and timely delivery. Recognizing the necessity of a clickable table of contents, perfectly positioned headings and an impeccable Kindle navigation, I leave no stone unturned in ensuring these features are flawlessly executed. Please take a moment to explore my portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/sadian4 If my style and expertise align with your vision, I’d love to discuss how I can bring your project to life. Let’s connect — budget and deadline can be finalized during our chat. Best regards, Sadia S.
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Hi, I would love to format your 65,546-word financial reference manual into a flawless, KDP-ready reflowable EPUB. Using Adobe InDesign, I will ensure all headings, lists, and callouts are perfectly styled with a fully functional clickable TOC, and thoroughly tested in Kindle Previewer. I am ready to start immediately, deliver the complete editable package (.indd/.idml), and would be thrilled to build a long-term partnership for your upcoming paperback and future book projects. I would be happy to share examples of my previous reflowable Kindle EPUB files directly through our chat. Please let me know if you would like me to send them over now so you can review the quality of my work before we begin. I look forward to working together and delivering a smooth, quick turnaround!
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A KDP‑ready reflowable Kindle EPUB for your 65,546‑word financial reference manual. I have formatted dozens of long‑form nonfiction titles in InDesign, delivering clean EPUBs that pass KDP review on first submission. The biggest challenge is preserving the hierarchy of chapters, headings and callouts while ensuring the generated navigation works flawlessly in Kindle Previewer. Any slip in styles or missing links can break the TOC, a mistake many overlook. I’ll revise until the EPUB clears KDP, stay responsive, and keep the workflow smooth. Here's my previous related work according to your needs: https://www.freelancer.com/portfolio-items/11314027-book-cover-design-that-sells https://www.freelancer.com/portfolio-items/11313983-hand-drawn-illustrations Regards, Faseeh A.
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Hello! I am a professional graphic designer and expert Adobe InDesign formatter with extensive experience producing clean, reflowable Kindle EPUBs optimized for Amazon KDP. I can professionally format your 65,546-word financial reference manual, setting up proper chapters, subtitles, headings, lists, callouts, a fully clickable table of contents, and functional Kindle navigation while strictly preserving all original manuscript wording. I will thoroughly test the file in Kindle Previewer to ensure it passes KDP’s initial review and deliver the complete package including the KDP-ready EPUB, fully editable InDesign files (.indd/.idml) with linked assets and fonts, and any necessary corrections. I am ready to begin immediately, can complete this project efficiently within your timeline, and am very excited about the potential for ongoing paperback and series formatting projects. Please feel free to message me so I can share an example of a reflowable EPUB I have formatted and get started right away! PORTFOLIO:- https://www.freelancer.com/u/fintechdesign Let’s connect to discuss your details, timeline, and budget via chat and bring your vision to life. Best Regards, Hamid A1
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Hi, I can format your 65,546 word financial manual into a reflowable Kindle EPUB using InDesign. With 9+ years and 400+ completed projects, I know KDP approval depends on clean structure, tested navigation, and defect free output. I will format chapters, subtitles, headings, lists, and callouts, build a clickable table of contents, and test in Kindle Previewer until it passes. Wording stays untouched. You get the KDP ready EPUB, the full InDesign project with linked assets and fonts, and any corrections needed for initial review. I can also take the paperback project and future titles. Do you have a preferred heading style or existing InDesign template, and is the manuscript in Word or Docs? I can share a reflowable EPUB sample and start immediately within your $150 budget. Let us chat.
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A 65,546-word Kindle manuscript with no tables, footnotes, or complex elements sounds straightforward—until inconsistent styles, broken navigation, or reflow issues make the EPUB fail Kindle review. **The formatting needs to be systematic from the first chapter to the back matter. I’d structure the manuscript in InDesign using consistent styles for chapters, subtitles, headings, lists, and callouts, then build the clickable TOC and Kindle navigation around that structure. The EPUB would be tested in Kindle Previewer to catch spacing, hierarchy, navigation, and reflow defects before delivery. I’d also preserve the manuscript wording exactly as provided, with no unauthorized editorial changes. The final package would include the KDP-ready reflowable EPUB, editable InDesign files with linked assets/font details, and any corrections needed for the initial KDP review. Estimated completion: [X days]. Kindle EPUB sample: [INSERT LINK] Is there an existing InDesign template/style system you want followed, or should the formatting structure be built from the manuscript?..
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Hello, I’m interested in formatting your 65,546-word financial reference manual for Amazon KDP Kindle. I can professionally format the manuscript in Adobe InDesign while preserving the wording exactly as provided. I will deliver a clean, reflowable Kindle EPUB with properly structured chapters, headings, subtitles, lists, callouts, clickable TOC, and functional Kindle navigation. I will also test the EPUB in Kindle Previewer, identify and correct formatting issues, and provide the complete editable InDesign project with linked assets and font details. I understand that the $150 Kindle project is separate from the future paperback project, and I’m comfortable working within the stated fixed budget. I’m available to begin immediately and can provide a relevant sample of a reflowable Kindle EPUB formatted in InDesign. Estimated completion time: 3–5 days, depending on the manuscript structure and final review requirements. I’d be happy to handle this project and potentially support the remaining books in your series as an ongoing formatter. Best regards
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Hello, I’m interested in formatting your 65,546-word financial reference manual for Amazon KDP Kindle. I have experience with document formatting, ebook preparation, and creating clean, reader-friendly layouts while preserving the original manuscript exactly as provided. I can format the manuscript in Adobe InDesign, structure chapters, headings, subtitles, lists, and callouts, and produce a properly reflowable EPUB with a clickable table of contents and functional Kindle navigation. I will also test the EPUB in Kindle Previewer, identify and correct layout/navigation issues, and make the necessary adjustments for KDP’s initial review. You will receive the KDP-ready EPUB along with the complete editable InDesign project, linked assets, and font information. Estimated completion: 3–4 days, depending on the manuscript structure and final testing requirements. I understand the fixed $150 budget and am available to begin immediately. I’m also interested in the subsequent paperback and ongoing series work if the first project is successful. Best regards, Safdar
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Hi! Priyadha here, I Saw your "Kindle EPUB Formatting via InDesign | Long Term Publishing Opportunity". Before any Selection, Please review my work which is similar to your task. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/priyadhajain What will I do for you? I will give you Original designs. You can say complete Creative Design Terms & Timeline * First initial drafts will be received in next coming hours. * If you don't like my designs, then you will be refunded immediately. * You will receive Final files in different formats "Ai/Psd/Jpg/Png/Pdf" Looking forward to working with you! -Growup,India
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A 65,000-word Kindle book needs clean reflow, navigation, and KDP-safe formatting. Hi, I can format your financial reference manual in Adobe InDesign and deliver a clean, reflowable Kindle EPUB while preserving the manuscript wording exactly. I’ll handle: * Consistent chapters, headings, subtitles, lists, and callouts * Clickable TOC and functional Kindle navigation * Reflowable EPUB structure optimized for different screen sizes * Complete editable INDD/IDML package with linked assets and font details * Kindle Previewer testing and correction of formatting defects * Final checks for KDP submission requirements For this text-focused 65,546-word manuscript, I can target approximately 5–7 days for completion, including testing and corrections. I understand the fixed $150 budget and the separate paperback project that may follow. I’m also interested in supporting the remaining books in the series. Regards, Hamza
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Hello, I have 5 years of experience in eBook formatting using Adobe InDesign, ensuring professional and visually appealing results. I understand the requirements of preparing a financial reference manual for Amazon KDP Kindle, including reflowable EPUB creation, formatting elements, clickable table of contents, and Kindle navigation. With 5+ years of experience in various design fields, I specialize in creating impactful visuals and data-driven strategies to enhance brand presence. You can view my portfolio here: https://www.freelancer.com/u/shyle98 I am committed to maintaining open communication throughout the project and am excited to collaborate with you. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Best regards, Shyle A
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Creating professional, reflowable Kindle EPUBs through Adobe InDesign is a core aspect of my expertise. I have successfully formatted similar financial documents for Amazon KDP, ensuring precise chapter layouts, functional navigation, and clickable tables of contents. By meticulously following your requirements, I will deliver a flawlessly formatted EPUB, thoroughly tested in Kindle Previewer. My portfolio showcases my proficiency in InDesign formatting, guaranteeing the preservation of your manuscript's integrity. I am prepared to take on this project promptly, with a keen eye for detail and dedication to meeting your publishing standards. Let's discuss how I can elevate your manuscript for Amazon KDP Kindle. My Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/alphatechca Looking forward to your response. Best regards, Sahar H.
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Hello im ademola a graphic designer and a professional book formatter i came across your project and its something have really get done recently And i have gone through your necessary requirements 1. I can get it done with the specific software you want me to format it 2. I can get it done in Kindle reflowable book I can get it done within 23hrs and it will be professionally get done And as a first time client i would give you 10% discount for the project.
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Hi, I’m a professional Graphic Designer with 14 years of experience in book layout, publication design and Adobe InDesign. I can professionally format your 65,546-word manuscript with a clean and consistent structure, including chapters, headings, lists, callouts, clickable table of contents and Kindle navigation. While my portfolio does not currently include a Kindle EPUB sample, I have strong experience in professional book and publication layout and can follow your formatting specifications carefully. I will preserve the manuscript wording exactly as provided and thoroughly test the final EPUB for formatting issues. I’m also interested in the paperback and future books in the series.
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Hello, I’m a dedicated and detail-oriented freelancer with experience in data entry, Excel, Google Sheets, PDF editing, copy typing, and graphic design. I can deliver accurate, high-quality work within 7 days and maintain clear communication throughout the project. I’m ready to start immediately and ensure your requirements are completed professionally.
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