CANADA’S BESPOKE SELF-PUBLISHING STUDIO

Professional publishing
services to help you
your book

Foglio is a full-service publishing studio in Canada offering cover design, typesetting, editing, printing, and distribution — done with you, every step of the way.

★★★★★ 5-Star Google Rating
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100% Rights Retained
Your book, your copyright, always

WHY FOGLIO

Professional self-publishing in Canada — without the trade-offs

Too many self-published books look self-published, not because of the writing, but because of poor design and rushed production. Readers notice. Authors deserve better.

Foglio closes that gap. We bring professional-grade cover design, meticulous typesetting, and genuine human care to every project. When your readers pick up your book, they'll just know it's beautiful, not that it was self-published.

★★★★★
The Buttes
Jane Buchan · Foglio Author
“Working with Michael took the appearance of my finished book to the level of art.”
Cover Design · Typesetting · Distribution

FULL-SERVICE PUBLISHING

Professional Self-Publishing Services: Everything Your Book Needs

From first draft to final print, Foglio handles every dimension of professional book publishing in Canada, so you never have to stitch together a team from scratch.

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Professional Editing

From manuscript evaluations and structural editing to copyediting and proofreading, our editing services get your book publication-ready while keeping your unique voice intact.

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Cover Design

Your book cover is the first impression readers have. We craft custom designs for print and digital formats, optimized for Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and Barnes & Noble Press.

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Formatting & Typesetting

Great design goes beyond the cover. We format your manuscript with precision, balancing typography, spacing, and layout to deliver ready-to-upload files for print and ebooks.

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eBook Design & Validation

We transform your manuscript into professionally designed EPUB and MOBI files, validated to industry standards and compatible across Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, and major ebook platforms.

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Custom Book Printing

We print premium paperback and hardcover books using high-quality materials, durable bindings, and vibrant inks, with finishing options from matte lamination to custom foiling.

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ISBN, Barcode & Distribution

We register your ISBN with Library and Archives Canada, generate your barcode, and distribute your book to Amazon, Apple Books, Kobo, bookstores, libraries, and global retail platforms.

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Print on Demand

Sell your book through Amazon KDP and IngramSpark with no upfront printing costs, no inventory to manage, and no minimum order. You keep 100% of your royalties.

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OCR & File Conversion

We use OCR and machine learning technology to convert scanned manuscripts, legacy files, and physical documents into clean, editable, publication-ready digital formats.

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FULL-SERVICE PUBLISHING

Foglio’s 4-Stage Path to Publishing Success

Follow our proven 4-stage process—designed for indie authors like you. From polishing your draft to getting your book into readers’ hands, download the checklist for clear guidance at every step.

AUTHOR TESTIMONIALS

What Authors Are Saying About Foglio's Self-Publishing Services

Hear from the authors who've been through the Foglio process.

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“Working with Michael took the appearance of my finished book to the level of art.”
Michael and his Foglio process helped me to see my work from a designer's point of view. My past self-publishing experiences were efficient, but working with Michael took the appearance of my finished book to the level of art. Because I am Canadian, and because The Buttes is set in a Canadian landscape, I was happy to find Foglio Custom Book Specialists, a Canadian company, to birth this Essex County farm family into the vast universe of stories and the readers who love them.
Jane Buchan The Buttes
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“A beautifully designed book delivered on time for a milestone moment.”
Michael at Foglio helped me realize my dream of presenting my daughter with a book version of her PhD thesis on graduation day. He was a delight to work with, took a personal interest, designed a unique, artful and perfectly suited cover and delivered the result by the necessary date. The final book was a gorgeous softcover with strong organization, chapter headings, and included artwork that made it truly special. She is thrilled with it.
Joanne Lombardo Making with Place
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“From manuscript to beautiful finished book — handled with care and expertise.”
My first book was published traditionally, but self-publishing my second revealed how complex the process really is. Working with Michael Pietrobon of Foglio Publishing was one of my best decisions. He transformed my manuscript into a beautifully designed book, offering professional guidance, patience, and consistent communication throughout the process. The final result exceeded expectations.
Alan Bryce Here Comes the Sun

WHAT SETS US APART

White-Glove, Bespoke Self-Publishing:
Your book deserves it.

From first-time authors to seasoned writers, every package includes personalized specialist support and a commitment to professional quality that doesn't compromise.

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100% Rights & Royalties — Always

We publish your book, not claim it. Every word, every copyright, every dollar from every sale belongs entirely to you.

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Done-With-You, Not Done-To-You

Bespoke means we work alongside you. You're never handed off to a junior assistant or a one-size-fits-all template. Michael is involved in your project start to finish.

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Professional Results That Compete With Traditional Publishing

Our covers and interiors are designed to stand up on any shelf — indie or otherwise. Readers won't know it's self-published. They'll just know it's beautiful.

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Canada-First, Globally Capable

We specialize in the Canadian publishing landscape — free ISBNs, Library and Archives Canada, and KDP Canada nuances — while serving authors globally.

“For many authors, publishing a book is one of the most significant events of their lives. That moment deserves to be treated with reverence.”
— Michael Pietrobon, Founder of Foglio
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Google rating — every single review
10+
Years of book design & publishing expertise
1:1
collaborative publishing support — from first draft to published book
100%
Your rights & royalties — always

PUBLISHING PACKAGES

Self-Publishing Bundles Designed for Every Author

From first-time authors to seasoned writers, every bundle includes personalized specialist support and a commitment to professional quality that doesn't compromise. All pricing is custom to your project, and each bundle can be tailored based on your scope and required completion date.

Launch

$3,500

A professionally designed, print-ready paperback with expert guidance from start to finish.

  • 1 original cover concept
  • 2 design revision rounds
  • Print-ready paperback files
  • Full self-publishing guidance
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Momentum

$6,500

Everything in Launch, plus ebook production and retail setup on the major platforms.

  • 2 cover concepts · 4 revision rounds
  • Reflowable, retail-ready EPUB
  • ISBN, LAC and barcode assistance
  • Amazon KDP and Draft2Digital setup
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Signature

$13,500

Full editorial and design attention, wider distribution and a bookstore-ready listing.

  • Professional copyedit to 100,000 words
  • Unlimited design refinements
  • IngramSpark and bookstore distribution
  • Promotional mockups and print collateral
Enquire about the Signature bundle

Ulysses

$27,500

The complete publishing programme — editorial, design, distribution and a full author platform.

  • Two full proofreading passes
  • Dedicated senior publishing director
  • Author Authority Kit and ARC Review Kit
  • Custom Author Website
  • One included edition extension
Enquire about the Ulysses bundle

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Whether you're finishing your first manuscript or publishing your tenth, Foglio's self-publishing services are here to make your book look and feel exactly as it should. Let's talk — free, no obligation.