Jelly Bean Self-Publishing is the partner imprint of award-winning independent publisher Candy Jar Books.

The same team – designers, editors, artists and facilitators – works for both imprints, ensuring the highest standards of retail quality in all of our books.

We believe that self-publishing can offer an affordable route to market for independent authors. Through our experience establishing ourselves in the competitive industry of independent publishing, we mastered efficient production processes that enable us to keep costs achievable, while still maintaining a level of quality that truly stand out from the crowd.

The services that we now offer to independent authors are built around these core processes: cover design, illustration, editing, and book formatting, with marketing support and audiobook production services as well. Our experience in these areas allows us to offer flexibility: there’s no one-size-fits-all service with Jelly Bean, because we have no need to cut corners. Our arrangements with every author are bespoke, and we can accommodate authors of all different genres, needs, priorities and budgets.

We pride ourselves on our availability and openness, and we are always happy to talk to authors about their project, whether over the phone or in person. If you are at all curious as to whether Jelly Bean is the right press for you, please feel free to drop us a line: at the very least you’ll come away with a clearer idea of the options available to you, whether with Jelly Bean or elsewhere.

Vicky Brotherton said:

“I’m so glad I chose Jelly Bean to publish my first children’s story book. It’s been a pleasure, and they made the process easy and enjoyable throughout. I’m absolutely thrilled with the end result and am proud of my book.” 

Barbara Pontin said:

“I can’t praise Jelly Bean enough. They were very professional and guided me every step of the way. They helped me publish two books and made my dream come true.”

Linda Nash said:

“My picture book Danny Down The Drain Pipe was first published as a Jelly Bean book. Having the support of a professional team really made the self-publishing process easy and enjoyable for me, and the quality of the end product was something I could be proud of.”