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Thoughtful books made with clarity, heart and purpose.

One book at a time, one idea at a time.

We publish non-fiction and activity books that are honest, useful and made to matter - beginner-friendly guides, personal growth tools and real-life skills you can actually use.

No gatekeeping. No fluff. Just thoughtful books with purpose.

Book cover titled "The Complete Bonsai Solution for Beginners" by Celeste Silver Sky, featuring a bonsai tree in a decorative pot on a wooden stand.
Book cover for Dark Psychology & Manipulation: The Ultimate Guide by Serena Haywood. The cover features a dark, mysterious figure in a black suit and top hat, standing in front of a gothic castle with lightning in the sky.
Book cover titled 'How to Be a Better Husband' by Hugh Lockwood, featuring a notebook with handwritten text, a cup of coffee, and a pen on a wooden table.
Coloring book cover titled Hearts & Flowers with purple background, featuring pink and red hearts, flowers, clouds, and sparkles.

Who
we are

Turtle Tree Press is a small independent publisher creating thoughtful, useful books for everyday life. No jargon. No filler. Just practical knowledge, made beautifully simple.

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Explore what we offer

Whether you’re just starting with a rough draft or preparing to self-publish, we’re here to support every step of your creative journey.

Start with a Manuscript Consultation to get honest, thoughtful feedback on your book idea or first draft. Move into Editorial Services to strengthen structure, sharpen your writing and get your work reader-ready. And when you're ready to bring it all to life, our Book & Brand Design services will make sure your cover, pages and author presence look as professional as your words feel. Wherever you’re at, we’ll meet you there.

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Manuscript Consultation

Get clear on what’s working - and what’s not.
We’ll review your book idea or draft and give you honest, constructive feedback to help you shape your story, sharpen your message, and move forward with confidence.

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Refine your writing without losing your voice.
From big-picture developmental editing to detailed proofreading, we’ll help you polish your pages so your words flow clearly, professionally and with impact.

Bright yellow book cover titled "How Innovation Works" by Matt Ridley, with images of crumpled and folded paper airplanes.

Look as professional as you write.
Custom covers, clean formatting, and simple brand visuals to help your book (and your author presence) stand out for all the right reasons.

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