Book & Manuscript Typing Service

Manual Book Typing for Authors and Publishers

We help authors, publishers, families, and researchers convert existing book and manuscript pages into editable Microsoft Word documents. Sources can include handwriting, printed pages, scanned images, photographs, or PDF files.

The supplied text is typed manually and checked against the source. Chapter divisions, headings, paragraphs, and other visible structure can be reproduced where the source is clear. Uncertain or unreadable text is identified rather than silently invented.

This is a typing and document-preparation service. Book writing, rewriting, fact-checking, publishing, and substantive editing are outside the standard typing service unless separately agreed.

What Types of Manuscripts We Type

• Handwritten book manuscripts
• Printed, scanned, photographed, or PDF book pages
• Fiction and non-fiction manuscripts
• Memoirs and autobiographies
• Short-story and essay collections
• Family histories, journals, and personal writings

Need other services? Explore: handwritten to Word typing, PDF to Word conversion, and scanned image typing.

Why Authors Choose Our Manuscript Typing Service

• Manual transcription from your supplied source pages
• Editable Microsoft Word document delivery
• Chapter divisions and headings reproduced from the source
• Unclear or unreadable text identified for your review
• Quotation and delivery schedule confirmed before work begins
• Confidential handling of unpublished material

Dollar Typing Service has handled document typing projects for overseas clients since 2009.

What the Standard Word Delivery Includes

• An editable Microsoft Word document
• Chapter breaks, headings, and subheadings from the source
• Paragraphs, basic indentation, and page breaks
• Consistent spacing and basic document formatting
• Identification of unclear or unreadable source text

Complex page design, indexing, extensive image placement, substantive editing, and final publishing preparation are not automatically included. If you require these services, describe them when requesting your quotation.

Book and Manuscript Typing Rates

Printed, typed, scanned, and PDF book sources start from $0.50 USD per page. Handwritten or cursive manuscripts generally cost $0.70–$1.00 USD per page, depending on legibility.

A standard billable page generally contains approximately 250–300 words. Difficult source material, complex formatting, or urgent delivery may require a custom quotation.

See the complete typing service rates and pricing details.

Online Manuscript Typing for Worldwide Clients

Dollar Typing Service operates from India and serves authors and other clients remotely, including clients in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. Source files and completed documents are exchanged online, so no local visit is required.

How the Book Typing Process Works

1. Upload the manuscript or send representative sample pages.
2. We examine the source, formatting requirements, and total volume.
3. You receive a quotation and proposed delivery schedule for approval.
4. The manuscript is manually typed and checked against the supplied source.
5. You receive the completed editable Word document for review.

Larger books may be divided into agreed batches so that progress can be reviewed during the project.

Confidential Handling of Unpublished Manuscripts

Manuscript files are used only to assess, complete, and deliver the requested typing project. Your content is not published, sold, or reused as website content or promotional material.

If your project requires a confidentiality agreement or special file handling arrangements, please mention this before work begins. See our privacy policy and typing and confidentiality process for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does book and manuscript typing cost?

Printed, typed, scanned, and PDF sources start from $0.50 USD per page. Handwritten manuscripts generally cost $0.70–$1.00 USD per page depending on legibility. A standard page generally contains approximately 250–300 words.

What manuscript sources can you type?

Sources can include handwritten manuscripts, printed pages, scanned images, photographed pages, PDF files, and existing book drafts.

How long does manuscript typing take?

The delivery schedule depends on the number of pages, source clarity, formatting requirements, and current workload. A proposed schedule is provided with the quotation before work begins.

Do you provide book editing or publishing?

The standard service covers typing and basic Word document preparation. Writing, substantive editing, book design, and publishing are not automatically included and must be discussed separately.

Is my unpublished manuscript kept confidential?

Manuscript files are used only to assess, complete, and deliver the requested typing project. Content is not published, sold, or reused as promotional material.

More questions? Visit our general FAQ page.