Video Testimonials

Adam Butler

www.hawkbutler.co.uk

Other Testimonials

Writing a book is something I have wanted to do for many years. I soon discovered the writing was the simple bit! Getting it published was a whole different ball game.

I didn't want to expend the energy and time learning all the nuances involved in designing book covers, editing, doing the layout, coming up with appropriate captions, uploading to Amazon, dealing with Amazon and so on.

Chrystel and I have known each other for several years so when I reached out to her as an expert to manage the publishing, she was happy to help. I'm so pleased we got to work together.

Chrystel didn't just do all the above but she challenged my assumptions with better ideas than my preconceived ones. What Chrystel came up with was far better than I had in mind and that perspective is invaluable.

Chrystel also didn't try to distance herself from the project by asking for disclaimers. We worked together until we were both happy it was something that would work. There was no long term royalty based contract either which I was keen to have in place.

I'm extremely pleased with the result and feel this result has as much to do with Chrystel as my writing. I could not be happier and would urge anyone who wants help publishing a book to speak to Chrystel.

Ash Taylor_Hitting the Wall
ASH TAYLOR Business Coach, Speaker & Author The Business Clubhouse

Chrystel has been instrumental in helping me publish my first marketing book, "Facebook Inspiration: 30 days of creativity for your page." She guides you safely through the maze of self-publishing, providing valuable insights and input based on her proven experience. She's responsive, professional and a pleasure to work with on any creative project. May this be the first of many. Merci, Chrystel!

Vanessa Hunt
VANESSA HUNT CRM Trainer & Marketing Consultant Vanessa Hunt Consulting

I worked with Chrystel on the publication of three books. She is passionate about making sure that the books are designed to perfection. With amazing high standards, it is a delight to work with a professional who genuinely cares about your book. Thank you!

Richard Curtis
RICHARD DANIEL CURTIS International Behaviour Expert & Author The Kid Calmer

I was introduced to Chrystel in 2017. I had creating a journal on my goals but not as quickly as this opportunity came up. Extremely grateful, I would highly recommend working with Chrystel, her offering and process is simple, professional, creative and affordable. I am already thinking about my next journal and next steps.

Kiki Kirby cropped
KIKI KIRBY Personal & Business Coach Kiki Kirby Coaching

I had been let down by a book designer. With an incredibly tight deadline, Chrystel was prepared to help, and after countless emails, proofs and sleepless nights, she delivered a beautifully-designed book in time for its launch at the Om Yoga Show. She even came by the show where we were finally able to meet her and give her a much-deserved hug. Chrystel was professional and approachable, and I enjoyed working with her. This was definitely team work at its best.

Brenda Martin
BRENDA MARTIN Naturopathic Nutritionist Come Alive

Plum Design & Publishing were a pleasure to work with. Chrystel made the whole process so easy to understand as her knowledge is extensive, she was happy to accommodate any changes I needed to make until I was 100% happy with the finished books. I can't wait to work on the next one!

Katie Palmer – Haven Wellbeing Hub
KATIE PALMER Wellbeing Consultant & Energy Healer  HAVEN WELLBEING HUB

The way my book looks, the cover, the formatting, the aesthetics are all down to Chrystel Melhuish, Owner of Plum Design & Publishing Ltd, and I am both amazed at the work she has done and grateful to her for immeasurably improving the way my book looks and reads.

Nic Oliver
(the late) NIC OLIVER Business Coach The Radical Coach

Chrystel has recently helped me with the design of my first book, a children's adventure story called 'Auntie Lizzie's Bedroom Floor. She is very experienced at online publishing and design, her expertise helped me produce a thoroughly professional book that I am very proud of. She has a fantastic attention to detail, and would not let me publish the book until everything was right and exact. Prior to that she designed my website, business cards and banner. I would heartily recommend her to anyone, her quality is excellent and I really look forward to working with her on more projects.

phil gowler
PHIL GOWLER Therapist, Trainer & Author Phil Gowler
en_USEnglish (United States)