The Indie Author System is an author-development platform that guides writers from their first words through manuscript development, publishing preparation, independent release or traditional publishing release and building a sustainable author brand.

The author remains responsible for choosing and completing their publishing route. Drylam provides the guidance, development, structure, creative support and professional services that help them become ready.

The three pathways should therefore be framed as:

Indie Author Core

Build the foundations of your book and author journey.

Guidance through 15 separate 1-1, 30 minute sessions to help bring your vision to life - 50£

Indie Author Accelerator

Develop your Author Brand and your marketing for your manuscript

For authors who need structured guidance, accountability and support in building, planning and executing a marketing plan for your author brand and for your book. - 250£

Drylam Studio

From first words all the way to the release of your book

For authors needing help every step of the writing and publishing process, we will work weekly with you through planning, building, and executing the full writing and publishing process for you. Bringing you a smarter way to help bring your vision to life.

From First Words to Author Brand

The Indie Author System supports writers through every stage of their development—from shaping an early idea and strengthening a manuscript to preparing for independent publication and building a recognisable author brand.

Drylam does not publish books. We help authors develop the knowledge, confidence, creative assets and professional support needed to take ownership of their own publishing journey.