A publishing package refers to a collection of services and products that are offered by publishers or printing companies to help authors produce their books. This typically includes editing, design, formatting, cover artwork, and other related tasks required for creating a professional-looking book. The term "publishing package" is often used interchangeably with "self-publishing," although there are some distinctions between the two terms. In general, a publishing package refers to a more comprehensive set of services that can be purchased by an author, while self-publishing typically involves taking on more responsibility for the production and distribution process oneself.