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The 2026 Borrowed Pen Pricing Guide for Content, Research, and Strategy That Connects

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We know pricing guides aren’t usually a page-turner, but when it comes to marketing services, the less plot twists appear on your invoice, the better.


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You run a business that measures performance. Every expense creates value, and every partner is expected to prove theirs. Marketing is no exception. The question is never how much something costs, but what it earns.


The 2026 Borrowed Pen Services Pricing Guide is built for that level of thinking. Our goal is to help you see measurable results from clear strategy, strong storytelling, and research that informs every decision. 


The content we create is built to perform, not just to look good on the page. Every proposal we create is customized to your unique needs, but our 2026 Pricing Guide gives you a transparent look at how we price across services, projects, and retainers.


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How We Price: Built on a Proven Six-Step Methodology


Every project we take on follows our six-step process designed to move your message from research to measurable results:


  1. Draw the Path: We start with market research and audience insights to define your direction.

  2. Sketch the Strategy: We craft the messaging and positioning that connect your brand to your market. 

  3. Ink the Plan: We turn strategy into action with content calendars and marketing plans.

  4. Pen the Message: We write content that sounds like you and inspires action.

  5. Outline the Content: We manage delivery and publication across the right channels.

  6. Optimize & Rewrite: We track, analyze, and refine so your message keeps working harder for you.


Your investment covers more than messaging, you get a process designed for results.


Content Writing


Starts at $0.15 per word.


Our content writing is grounded in research, shaped by SEO strategy, and written to sound like you. Perfect for ongoing brand storytelling, blogs, and email campaigns.

We also offer discount pricing on annual content packages:

Package

Price

Discount

Description

Buzz 

$300/Month

20% Off

1500 Words

Engagement 

$480/month

36% Off

3000 Words

Conversion  

$780/month

48% Off

10,000 Words

Custom 

Varies

Varies

Deliverables Vary


Our annual packages include a FREE content audit and SEO keyword list.


Landing Page Packages


Designed to capture leads, tell your story, and convert readers into clients. 

Package

Price

Description

Capture 

$900

A single, SEO-ready landing page.

Cultivate 

$1,800

Multi-section landing pages with CTA optimization.

Convert 

$2,400

Full sales funnel pages with A/B testing and messaging refinement.

Each package includes design, copywriting, basic SEO, and conversion strategy.


Technical Writing


Where precision meets storytelling. From user manuals to regulatory documents, we make complex information readable, accurate, and compliant.


Per-Word Pricing:


  • Simple: $0.05–$0.10

  • Intermediate: $0.30–$0.50

  • Advanced: $1.00–$1.50


By Project:


  • Simple Documentation (user manuals, installation guides): $500–$2,000

  • Complex Documentation (white papers, compliance documents): $3,000–$10,000


Monthly Retainers:


  • $2,000–$8,000/month depending on complexity and ongoing needs.


Additional costs may include: Research, consulting, formatting, design, or specialized software.


Market Research


Research is the foundation of smart marketing. We use competitive analysis, focus groups, and industry data to guide your strategy.

Type

Price Range

Overview

Basic Industry Reports

$100–$1,000

High-level overview of your space and competitors.

Detailed Market Reports

$3,500–$5,000

Deep dives into products, services, and audience behavior.

Custom Research

$5,000–$50,000+

Commissioned studies with data collection, analysis, and recommendations.

Low-Cost Surveys

$5,000–$7,000

Online surveys with small sample sizes.

Focus Groups

$4,000–$12,000

In-person or virtual sessions for qualitative insights.

Full-Scale Studies

$20,000+

Multi-method research for enterprise-level insight.


Marketing Consulting


Starts at $200/hour


When you need an outside brain to clarify your messaging, audit your funnel, or map strategy before investing in a campaign. Our consulting is rooted in both creativity and data, helping you connect the dots between story and sales.


Ghostwriting


Whether it’s thought leadership, books, or executive blogs, we write in your voice to amplify your authority.


Per Page Pricing:


  • Simple: $50–$100

  • Intermediate: $100–$250

  • Advanced: $250–$500


Additional costs may include: Research, consulting, design, or travel, depending on the project scope.


Custom Projects & Add-Ons


Every engagement can include tailored research, design, formatting, or consulting as needed. We’ll define these in your proposal before we ever begin. No hidden pilot twists, just strategic collaboration.


We also offer a new client discount of 10% for your first project with us. Get it here.


Ready to Invest in Your Growth?


If you’re ready to grow your reach, sharpen your message, or test a new market, we’ll help you find the right starting point. 


Contact Borrowed Pen to request your custom proposal for 2026.


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