Ahmedabad Novelist Publishes Cultural Fiction with Wide Reach

Background

Deepak Patel, a 28-year-old novelist from Bopal, Ahmedabad, wanted to publish a story blending contemporary city life with Gujarati culture. He had a complete manuscript but struggled with editing, cover design, and distribution strategy to reach both local readers and a global audience. He also hoped to preserve the cultural authenticity while appealing to English-speaking readers.

Challenges

• Manuscript needed pacing adjustments and character development

• Limited knowledge of ISBNs, distribution channels, and metadata

• Budget-conscious approach to avoid overspending

• Desire to retain creative control

Estorytellers’ Solution

Our team applied a holistic publishing plan:

1. Editing & Story Enhancement

• Developmental and copy editing to refine pacing, dialogue, and descriptive elements

• Feedback loops to ensure Gujarati cultural authenticity was maintained while remaining accessible

• Proofreading for grammatical precision and flow

2. Design & Production

• Custom cover and interior design that reflected Ahmedabad’s urban-cultural vibe

• Print-ready files for multiple formats (paperback, eBook)

• ISBN assignment and metadata optimization for Amazon India, Flipkart, and IngramSpark

3. Distribution & Marketing

• Pre-order setup on Amazon and Flipkart

• Press outreach to local literary magazines and blogs

• Targeted email campaigns for Gujarati and Indian diaspora readers

• Social media marketing for Instagram, Facebook, and Goodreads

Results

• 2,900 copies sold in the first 90 days

• Featured on Ahmedabad Literary Festival website

• Book shortlisted for a regional fiction award

• Generated email list of 1,200 readers for future releases

Author Testimonial

“Estorytellers helped me present my story professionally without losing my voice. The structured plan made my debut launch both successful and rewarding.”