The work I do through my books, projects, and creative pursuits also directly supports the publishing, production, and outreach efforts of my independent press—Ink Gladiators Press. These resources support the efficient development, design, storage, and release of current and upcoming book projects.
1. Website Fees (Annual Coverage)
Reliable website infrastructure allows me to:
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Host my official author and publishing pages
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Provide updates on book releases
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Manage supporter and investor communications
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Maintain access to ongoing projects
Estimated Annual Cost: ₹8,500
2. Adobe Photoshop (Monthly Subscription)
Used for:
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High-quality book cover design
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Creative design assets
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Marketing and promotional graphics
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Light digital painting projects
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Production-ready visual materials for publishing
Estimated Annual Cost: ₹6,000
3. Microsoft 365 (Annual Subscription)
Used for:
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Structuring manuscripts
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Interior formatting for print editions
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Layout design
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Proof preparation for paperback and hardcover books
Estimated Annual Cost: ₹5,880
4. Creative Tools for eBook Development
Various creative tools are required for:
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eBook formatting
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visual layout
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media integration
These may include one-time purchases or recurring subscription costs
depending on project requirements.
5. External Hard Drive
Required for:
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Secure storage of manuscript files
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Backup of digital artwork and design assets
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Working with large illustration files externally
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Reducing processing strain on the main system
Estimated Cost Range: ₹4,000 – ₹12,000
Wishlist
Gifting a Resource
You don’t need to contribute the full cost of any resource. Whether you choose one item, a few, or decide to gift an amount that covers all listed wishes or support my ongoing book projects, every contribution helps bring these projects to life.
Once a resource has been gifted or supported, it will be moved under the Completed tab. You may choose to remain anonymous or have your name mentioned next to the resource you supported.
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