Every serious nonfiction book benefits from a strong subject index.

Help readers quickly find what they need — and make your book feel instantly more professional.

Express Indexing $299 (flat)		Premium Manual Indexing $7 per page
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A streamlined, budget-friendly index generated by advanced computer-based text analysis — delivered to you for review and customization. This technology is not powered by AI, so your content copyright remains safe.		A professional, human-crafted subject index created by an experienced indexer — ideal for complex nonfiction and authors who want a fully curated result.
What you can do with it: Start with a detailed, accurate index framework, then tailor it to your preferences. Clear alphabetized entries with headings/subheadings where appropriate. Accurate page references based on your final formatted interior. Add, remove, or adjust entries to match your editorial style and priorities. Approve the final version before it’s inserted into your print-ready files.		What you can do with it: Carefully curated subject terms chosen by a professional indexer (not a computer). Clear alphabetized entries with headings/subheadings where appropriate. Accurate page references based on your final formatted interior. A reader-friendly structure aligned to your book’s tone and audience. Approve the final version before it’s inserted into your print-ready files.
How it Works		How it Works
We run your formatted interior through the indexing program to identify references so page references are accurate. You receive the generated index to review on your own timeline. You edit as needed (add/remove/adjust). You submit your finalized index for insertion into your print-ready files		We work from your formatted interior so page references are accurate. A professional indexer reviews the text to identify key topics, names, and concepts. We create a tiered, cross-referenced subject index. You review and approve (with opportunity for minor changes)

Which Indexing Option Should You Choose?

You don’t have to guess — pick the level of support that matches your book, budget, and timeline.

Choose Express Indexing if you want:

• A lower-cost indexing solution ($299 flat)
• Fast, straightforward turnaround
• Full control to refine entries yourself

Choose Premium Manual Indexing if you want:

• A fully curated, professionally built index from start to finish
• Strong human judgment for nuance, hierarchy, and complex subjects
• An ideal fit for technical, academic, or heavily cross-referenced books

Bottom-line comparison:

• Express Indexing — $299 flat: computer-generated index you can customize
• Premium Manual Indexing — $7/page: human-crafted index by a professional indexer

Benefits Summary

• Helps readers quickly locate topics and navigate your book more easily
• Makes your content easier to browse, cite, and return to
• Adds credibility and perceived professionalism for serious nonfiction
• Gives you a stronger “reference value” (especially for workbooks, how-to, business, and academic content)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Express Indexing AI?

No — Express Indexing is not powered by AI.

Do I get to review the index before it’s added to my book?

Yes. With Express Indexing, you finalize the index before insertion. With Premium Manual Indexing, you review and can request minor changes before publication.

How is Premium Manual Indexing priced?

$7 per page, based on the full length of your final formatted book (not the index length).

Which option is best for technical or academic books

Premium Manual Indexing is often the best fit when you want full human curation and hierarchy-building for complex material.

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