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Have you always wanted to publish a book for Muslim children that was that little bit out of the ordinary?
How do you take just an idea and turn it into a beautiful, high-quality novelty book that sells globally?
Well, that’s where Shade 7 have decided to bring their expertise to you
We’re here to help turn your vision into a reality insha’Allah!
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What can we do for you? We meet so many of you all the time.
Have you sat on an idea for a children’s book for months, years in fact! (They pass by faster than we’d like!). Are you confused about where to start, how to put it together, where to find an illustrator and most importantly how on earth to make that special novelty feature you’ve always wanted fit into it all?
Have you sat on an idea for a children’s book for months, years in fact! (They pass by faster than we’d like!). Are you confused about where to start, how to put it together, where to find an illustrator and most importantly how on earth to make that special novelty feature you’ve always wanted fit into it all? We meet so many of you all the time. We understand you don’t have the time to spend countless hours, late into the night when the children are snoozing (when you should be too!), searching for printers overseas, materials, illustrators, and so much more. Working out costings and profit margins and how and where you’ll ship these books to – we’ve got you covered.
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Bespoke, end-to-end publishing service
We’re offering a bespoke, end-to-end publishing service for time pressed, ambitious Muslim authors who want to bring their ideas to life and want an experienced professional to manage their self-publishing process.
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customised to your individual needs
We offer a complete service in one place which is customised to your individual needs to help you achieve your publishing goals.
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Team with an extensive experience
Hajera and her team have extensive experience in producing high-quality Islamic children’s novelty books and have published everything from the world’s first pop-up book telling a story from the Qur’an, to lift-the-flap books, to board books, to glow-in-the-dark books to buggy books.
Who is this service for?
Muslim authors with a vision to publish unique children’s books
Muslim authors who have written a children’s book and want to add novelty features
Muslim authors who need publishing support with their Islamic children’s book project
Whether you have a defined project in mind or just want to have an exploratory discussion we would be happy to have the opportunity to
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What we offer
Packages
Please note each package is priced bespoke to your project and the below is only a guide. You will receive a custom quote after your initial call. Prices starting from*: (Please note all prices are in GBP) One-off call 60 Mins: £65.00 (Includes call summary, considerations and action points post the call)
General Advice / Mentoring Package
This is not an exhaustive list and will be entirely bespoke to your project
Block of 4 hours:
£260 £220
Save £30 (£55/hr)
- Trading/company set up (UK only)
- VAT considerations
- Refining your publishing vision – exploration
- ISBNs
- Print on Demand
- eBooks
- Crowdfunding and general fundraising advice
- Strategic partnerships evaluation
- Events and trade shows
- General business advice and mentoring
Pre-production Project management
This does not include any separate services recommended.
Price starting from
£295 – £495
Save up to £110 £605
- Advice on costings, budgets, setting your RRP
- Editorial advice and licencing potential
- Building your print specification
- Refining your publishing vision – exploration
- Graphic design
- Print ready file set-up
- Setting production timelines
- Illustration support
- Advice on bespoke technical issues (e.g. types of finishes)
- Packaging and design advice
- General business advice and support throughout
Production Management
Management of your project will be run in Trello The production price of your books/product is not included and to be paid in addition
Prices from:
£595 – £1,495
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- Includes everything in 1 & 2
- Obtaining quotes from our global network of trusted suppliers and negotiating competitive pricing
- Quote evaluation, including Competitive analysis and evaluation of production schedules
- Full costs and budget evaluation Including setting your RRP suitable for wholesale and international trade
- Full production management and liaison with selected factory(s) Arranging samples and prototyping Advice on safety testing for children’s novelty books and gifts
- Advice on environmental issues and sustainability Advice on bespoke technical issues (e.g. types of finishes)
- Detailed advice on packaging in preparation for commercial trade General business advice and support throughout
Post-production Management
After your books have been produced
Prices From
£2,500 – £4,495
Full package with everything including shipping direct to your door/warehouse
- Includes everything in 1, 2 & 3
- Importing and exporting advice and set-up
- Shipping/Freight management – obtaining competitive quotes
- Local shipping management advice (UK only)
- Creation of all standard publication documentation to prepare for commercial trade
- Warehousing and fulfilment support
- Advice on online sales set-up and distribution advice Legal depositories and full post-production admin support
- Strategic partnership advice and recommendations High level marketing strategy Stockists Media package preparation Social media management support General business advice and support throughout
Hajera Memon
Hajera is a former finance lawyer turned creative publisher and entrepreneur. She set up Shade 7 in 2012 and was the first novelty book publisher bringing uniquely aesthetic, engaging, and high-quality Islamic novelty books to Muslim children around the world. Her vision was to help parents raise children with love and attachment to their faith and identity.
Her first title, a pop-up book telling the story of “Surah Al-Feel, the Story of The Elephant” from the Qur’an, has been stocked in Harrods and Selfridges in London, as well as in malls from Makkah to Malaysia, and of course Daybreak Press!
Her books include a colour changing “Wudu Bath Book”, “Hats of Faith” an interfaith board book about head coverings worn by people of faith, a fold-out and lift-the-flap book on “Islamic Months” and her newest award-winning title “Phases of the Moon” a sparkly tie-back book which glows in the dark!
Her dream is for every Muslim child to one day have a copy of a Shade 7 book InshaAllah!
She is now expanding to offer a bespoke publishing and production service so other Muslim authors can bring their dream books to more children around the world too!
Farhat Khan
Farhat has over 25 years of experience in print and production management. She’s produced and managed thousands of novelty titles including, pop-ups, board books and lift-the-flaps, as well as intricately illustrated books, and many other beautifully creative titles for both adults and children. She is passionate about making literature an engaging experience filled with delightful memories to be shared by parents and children alike.
With her technical expertise and expansive knowledge of the print industry, she is able to provide high quality print solutions with a keen eye for innovation and detail.
Farhat has the ability to negotiate the best industry prices, with a focus on premium quality using sustainable materials. She can offer sound advice on the complex safety testing requirements involved and can give you the benefit of an extensive network of production experts . She is incredibly passionate and excited to help you create an outstanding book!