What Is an ISBN and Do You Need One to Self-Publish?
An ISBN identifies each edition of a book. Learn what it is, when you need one, how free and purchased ISBNs differ and how to get the right numbers.
Book Publishing guides for authors
Guides to self-publishing and book publishing: costs, timelines, ISBNs, formats, packages, hybrid publishing and how to choose a reliable partner without losing your rights.
Self-Publishing vs Traditional Publishing: Which Is Right for You?
Compare self-publishing and traditional publishing on control, cost, speed, royalties, rights and marketing so you can choose the route that fits your book.
How to Request a Book Publishing Quote: What to Send and What to Expect
How to request a book publishing quote: what to include, how to compare quotes line by line and what a trustworthy provider sends back. Includes a checklist.
How Much Does It Cost to Self-Publish a Book?
Self-publishing costs range from almost nothing to several thousand dollars. See what editing, cover design, formatting, ISBNs and marketing really cost.
Hybrid Publishing Explained: How It Works, What It Costs and the Red Flags
What hybrid publishing is, how it differs from self-publishing and vanity presses, what authors pay for and the red flags to check before you sign.
Book Publishing Packages Explained: What Is Included and What to Ask
What a book publishing package includes, what is usually extra and the questions to ask before you pay. Compare packages line by line and avoid hidden costs.