Hybrid Signature Package
Our flagship partnership — hardcover, launch event, pan-India reach.
Developmental editing, a custom-illustrated cover, hardcover and paperback editions, a 300-copy co-funded print run, our pan-India offline network, an offline launch event and literature-festival submissions.
Editorial & Design
Developmental editing Exclusive
Structure, voice and content guidance from a senior editor.
Professional copy-editing
Line-level editing for clarity, flow and consistency.
Custom-illustrated cover Exclusive
An original illustrated cover with unlimited reasonable revisions.
Premium interior design
Refined typography and layout.
Hardcover + paperback Exclusive
A collectible hardcover edition alongside the paperback.
Publishing & Rights
ISBN for each edition
Separate ISBNs for paperback, hardcover and eBook.
Copyright stays yours
You keep the copyright; we hold a 3-year publishing licence for this edition.
70% royalty on net profit
The highest share of net profit goes to you.
Monthly royalty payout
Royalty earnings are paid out every month.
Print & Distribution
Co-funded print stock
A first print run of 300 copies co-funded by Khudkikalam.
40 author copies
Printed copies of your book delivered to you.
Pan-India offline network
Distribution to our network of bookstores (subject to retailer acceptance).
International distribution
Global eBook stores and international print-on-demand.
Libraries & institutions
Book pitched to libraries and educational institutions.
Marketing & Launch
Offline launch event Exclusive
A book launch event with our literary community.
Literature-festival & award submissions Exclusive
Your book submitted to relevant festivals and awards.
Press release & Digital PR
Online press and media outreach for your book.
Amazon ads, email & social campaigns
A full multi-channel marketing campaign.
Author website
A dedicated author website to showcase your books.
How It Works
Manuscript Review
Send your manuscript — our editorial team reviews it within 7–10 working days.
Plan & Agreement
We share a cost-sharing plan, print run and royalty terms for your book.
Editing & Production
Professional editing, premium cover, interior design and printing.
Launch & Bookstores
Online + offline distribution, launch event and marketing campaign.
Compare Hybrid Publishing Packages
| Compare Hybrid Publishing | Hybrid Starter₹34,999 | Hybrid Pro₹54,999 | Hybrid Signature₹79,999 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Author royalty (on net profit) | 50% | 60% | 70% |
| Print stock co-funded by us | 100 copies | 200 copies | 300 copies |
| Author copies | 15 | 25 | 40 |
| Editing | Proofreading | Copy-editing | Developmental + copy-editing |
| Cover & interior | Premium | Premium | Signature (custom illustration) |
| Hardcover edition | — | — | ✓ |
| Offline bookstore distribution | — | Select stores | Pan-India network |
| International eBook & print distribution | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Amazon ads & email marketing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Press release & Digital PR | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Book launch event | — | Online launch | Offline launch event |
| Literature-festival & award submissions | — | — | ✓ |
| Apply for Hybrid | Apply for Hybrid Pro | Apply for Signature |
Frequently Asked Questions
How is hybrid different from self publishing?
Is every manuscript accepted for hybrid publishing?
Who owns the rights?
Will my book be in physical bookstores?
Please Note
- All prices are in Indian Rupees (INR).
- Hybrid publishing is offered only after a successful manuscript review; not every manuscript is accepted.
- Final print run, royalty share and terms are confirmed in the signed Hybrid Publishing Agreement.
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Ready to start with Hybrid Signature?
Share a few details about your book and our team will get back to you within 24 hours. Write to [email protected]