Children’s book publishing that turns your story into a picture book kids love.
Books Mantra is a popular hybrid publisher and self-publishing platform for children’s books in India. We edit, illustrate, print and promote your book, and take it to young readers in 150+ countries.
100+ books published!
A publishing home made just for children’s books
Books Mantra Publications is the children’s book brand of Clever Fox Publishing Private Limited, Chennai, and one of the few hybrid and self-publishing companies in India that focus only on children’s books. We publish only for young readers, so every editor, illustrator and marketer on our team knows what makes a child turn the page.
Picture books, early readers, activity books and story collections: we help first-time and experienced authors create books that spark imagination and a lifelong love of reading.
How your book comes to life
Four friendly steps. One team beside you the whole way.
Write your tale
Share your story. Our editors help with the storyline, pacing and words that suit your readers’ age.
Meet your characters
Our illustrators draw your characters, storyboard and pages in a style that fits your story.
Polish every page
Proofreading, interior design, a cover children can’t resist, and an ISBN for your book.
Into little hands
We print on demand and sell your book on Amazon, Flipkart, Kindle, Ziffy Bees and more.
Everything your children’s book needs
We only do children’s books. Two services, one goal: getting your story read.
Children’s book publishing
From a rough idea to a finished picture book, with experts at every step.
- Ghost writing and storyline support
- Character design, storyboard and illustrations
- Editing, interior design and cover design
- ISBN and government copyright registration
- Print on demand in India and internationally
- Distribution on Amazon, Flipkart, Kindle and Ziffy Bees
Children’s book marketing
Help your book reach the parents, teachers and schools looking for it.
- Amazon and Flipkart advertising
- Instagram, Facebook and YouTube ads, reels and posts
- Book reviews, press releases and influencer marketing
- Author website, Amazon author page and Spotify author interview
- School and apartment book fairs
Choose your self-publishing package
Every plan includes an ISBN, and you keep 100% of the profit from your book. Bigger plans add more illustration, printing and marketing.
Basic
DIY, Copper and Bronze plans, for first-time authors getting started.
- ISBN and 100% profit royalty
- Amazon.in, Flipkart and Ziffy Bees
- Print on demand
Standard
Most popularSilver, Golden and Platinum plans, with more illustrated pages, wider distribution and marketing.
- 12 to 30 illustrated pages
- Amazon.com, Kindle, Google Books and Ingram
- Amazon/Flipkart ads for 20 to 45 days
- Shared project manager and marketing consultant
Premium
Diamond, Titanium and Ultimate Plus plans, for the widest reach and biggest launch.
- 40 illustrated pages
- Physical store distribution in 1 to 3 cities
- Amazon/Flipkart ads for 60 to 90 days
- Mystore (ONDC), Google Books and Ingram
Sold on Amazon · Flipkart · Kindle · Google Books · Ingram · Ziffy Bees · ONDC
Fresh off our bookshelf
Publish your first children’s book
A free 4-page guide from Books Mantra, a hybrid publisher and self-publishing platform for children’s books.
- Age groups, word counts and page counts
- Planning illustrations and a storyboard
- ISBN, printing and distribution in India
- An 11-point launch and marketing checklist
- What it costs to publish
Get a free call back
Leave your details and our publishing team will call you to talk about your book.
Questions authors ask us
What is hybrid children’s book publishing?
You invest in professional editing, illustration and printing, and in return you keep your rights and 100% of the profit from your book. Books Mantra handles production, distribution and marketing like a traditional publisher.
Is Books Mantra a self-publishing company?
Yes. Books Mantra is a hybrid publisher and self-publishing platform for children’s books. Choose a DIY self-publishing plan if you want to do more yourself, or a full-service hybrid plan where our team handles illustration, design, printing, distribution and marketing. Either way, you keep your rights and 100% of the profit.
Do I need my own illustrator?
No. Our illustrators design your characters, storyboard and pages. You can also bring artwork you already have.
How much does it cost to publish a children’s book?
Plans start at ₹2,499. Basic, Standard and Premium packages (nine plans in all) add more illustration, printing and marketing. See all plans on our packages page.
Where will my book be sold?
Depending on your plan: Amazon.in, Amazon.com, Kindle, Flipkart and Ziffy Bees, plus school and apartment book fairs.
How do I get started?
Create your free author account on our author portal, or email your manuscript to publish@cleverfoxpublishing.com. Our team will get in touch with you.
Ready to see your story in a child’s hands?
Create your free author account and our team will guide you from manuscript to bookshelf.
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