BSU-153 Book Production and Printing Discussions - APSS - Association of Publishers for Special Sales2024-03-29T13:38:21Zhttp://community.bookapss.org/group/bookproduction/forum?feed=yes&xn_auth=noISBN Obtainment and Ownership FAQstag:community.bookapss.org,2016-09-21:4097118:Topic:1081052016-09-21T14:02:18.639ZLaura Bakerhttp://community.bookapss.org/profile/Sheridan
<p>If you plan to sell your book or make it available in libraries then you’ll need an ISBN. As an author or self-publisher working on your first title, the process of obtaining an ISBN may raise a few questions. Here are answers to some common questions that the book sales team at Sheridan is frequently asked …</p>
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<p><strong>If my printer or publishing services provider supplies my ISBN, do I still own my book?</strong></p>
<p>According to Bowker, the agency responsible for issuing…</p>
<p>If you plan to sell your book or make it available in libraries then you’ll need an ISBN. As an author or self-publisher working on your first title, the process of obtaining an ISBN may raise a few questions. Here are answers to some common questions that the book sales team at Sheridan is frequently asked …</p>
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<p><strong>If my printer or publishing services provider supplies my ISBN, do I still own my book?</strong></p>
<p>According to Bowker, the agency responsible for issuing ISBNs in the US, “If a self-publisher wants to be identified as the publisher, they must get their own ISBN. A printing company or publisher services company cannot sell, give away or transfer one of their ISBNs to a customer.”</p>
<p>So, what does this mean?</p>
<p>If your ISBN is obtained by your printer or a publishing services provider that is fine, but the ISBN belongs to “them” and cannot be transferred to you. Basically, they fill the role of the publisher for the book. When the book is distributed it will be under their name as they will be linked to the books metadata and listed as the publisher in biographical databases. If at some point you want to distribute the book under your own name, you will need to obtain a separate ISBN and reassign the book to the new ISBN.</p>
<p>Regardless if you obtain your own ISBN or have your printer or publishing services provider obtain one, your book content remains yours. You still retain your rights, authorship, and copyright ownership (unless the contract you sign with your publishing services provider states otherwise).</p>
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<p><strong>How many ISBNs do I need for my title?</strong></p>
<p>A different ISBN is needed for each format that will be sold (softcover, hardcover, audio, ePub, ePDF, etc.). ISBNs are sold individually or in multiples of 10 or 100. If you think you may want to publish the book in other formats in the future or if you have other titles you will be publishing, it is worth purchasing multiple ISBN’s instead of just one.</p>
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<p><strong>Where can I obtain an ISBN or find further information regarding ISBN ownership?</strong></p>
<p>You can purchase ISBNs directly from <a href="http://www.isbn.org/" target="_blank">Bowker</a>’s website. Their site offers a wealth of information including <a href="http://www.isbn.org/faqs_ownership_rights" target="_blank">FAQs</a> on ISBN ownership.</p>
<p>In addition, the book sales team at Sheridan is always standing ready to answer any questions you may have about ISBNs. While Sheridan does not offer ISBN obtainment services, we can easily walk you through the steps required to purchase one.</p>
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<p>Do you have additional questions about what it takes to self-publish a book? Download our handy <a href="http://www.sheridan.com/books/resources/self-publishing-guide" target="_blank">Self-Publisher's Step-by-Step Guide</a>.</p>
<p>- See more at: <a href="http://www.sheridan.com/blog/isbn-obtainment-and-ownership-faqs#sthash.OWdqE8wX.dpuf">http://www.sheridan.com/blog/isbn-obtainment-and-ownership-faqs#sthash.OWdqE8wX.dpuf</a></p> Don't limit production requirements for retail salestag:community.bookapss.org,2015-08-04:4097118:Topic:1067012015-08-04T13:08:58.853ZBrian Judhttp://community.bookapss.org/profile/BrianJud
<p>In special sales you may have to use production techniques that could limit your retail store sales. Comb, spiral or three-ring bound books may be required for penetration in certain niches, but they are typically shunned by retailers, including bookstores. But the large-quantity non-traditional sales may be worth it. </p>
<p>In special sales you may have to use production techniques that could limit your retail store sales. Comb, spiral or three-ring bound books may be required for penetration in certain niches, but they are typically shunned by retailers, including bookstores. But the large-quantity non-traditional sales may be worth it. </p> Have a great covertag:community.bookapss.org,2015-07-13:4097118:Topic:1062162015-07-13T00:42:30.940ZBrian Judhttp://community.bookapss.org/profile/BrianJud
<p><span>Perhaps the greatest deterrent to adequate distribution is the book’s cover design. Bookstore buyers judge books by their covers and a poor design will bury an otherwise excellent book.</span></p>
<p><span>Perhaps the greatest deterrent to adequate distribution is the book’s cover design. Bookstore buyers judge books by their covers and a poor design will bury an otherwise excellent book.</span></p> Know your datestag:community.bookapss.org,2015-07-01:4097118:Topic:1057772015-07-01T01:00:48.101ZBrian Judhttp://community.bookapss.org/profile/BrianJud
<p><span class="font-size-3">“Bound Book Date” refers to the time when the book comes off the printer’s press. The term “Publication Date” is the day when you really begin to market your title to the consumer. This is when you should begin media appearances, advertise or have display promotions in stores. The time from “Bound Book Date” to “Pub Date” should be between 4 to 6 weeks. This time must be allowed for you to tee your title up from the time it leaves the printer’s plant to the time it…</span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-3">“Bound Book Date” refers to the time when the book comes off the printer’s press. The term “Publication Date” is the day when you really begin to market your title to the consumer. This is when you should begin media appearances, advertise or have display promotions in stores. The time from “Bound Book Date” to “Pub Date” should be between 4 to 6 weeks. This time must be allowed for you to tee your title up from the time it leaves the printer’s plant to the time it is displayed in stores to support your marketing efforts</span>. </p> Kindle Publishingtag:community.bookapss.org,2014-07-15:4097118:Topic:1010392014-07-15T15:39:12.558ZVictoria Sheffieldhttp://community.bookapss.org/profile/VictoriaSheffield
<p>I am noticing that whenever I publish my books on Amazon as a kindle they format looks a bit distorted. Can anyone tell me why this is happening? I tried changing my book to PDF format and I also uploaded as a word document. The typing looks so off that I am afraid that this is a reflection of my work. Help!</p>
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<p>Thanks in advance!</p>
<p>Here is the book link.…</p>
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<p>I am noticing that whenever I publish my books on Amazon as a kindle they format looks a bit distorted. Can anyone tell me why this is happening? I tried changing my book to PDF format and I also uploaded as a word document. The typing looks so off that I am afraid that this is a reflection of my work. Help!</p>
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<p>Thanks in advance!</p>
<p>Here is the book link.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=beauty%20secrets%20exposed%20by%20victoria%20sheffield" target="_blank">http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=beauty%20secrets%20exposed%20by%20victoria%20sheffield</a></p> Book Printingtag:community.bookapss.org,2014-06-30:4097118:Topic:1005142014-06-30T06:33:17.223ZScribe Publishinghttp://community.bookapss.org/profile/ScribePublishing
Hello All,<br />
In what ways is SPANN able to help with printing my self published childrens book? Or are there any suggestions anyone can give with regard to a reasonably priced printing and binding company?
Hello All,<br />
In what ways is SPANN able to help with printing my self published childrens book? Or are there any suggestions anyone can give with regard to a reasonably priced printing and binding company? Index Preparationtag:community.bookapss.org,2014-05-02:4097118:Topic:988342014-05-02T13:23:23.620ZKeith Kritshttp://community.bookapss.org/profile/krits
<p>Hi all,</p>
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<p>I have found a great need for indexing among self-published authors. I am a professional indexer who uses Word to compile indexes. The method is simple and I have helped a lot of authors over at CreateSpace.</p>
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<p>If you would like to receive my method at no charge or obligation, just email me at keiths3932[at]gmail.com and I will send you the information.</p>
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<p>Good luck with the book!</p>
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<p>Keith</p>
<p>Hi all,</p>
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<p>I have found a great need for indexing among self-published authors. I am a professional indexer who uses Word to compile indexes. The method is simple and I have helped a lot of authors over at CreateSpace.</p>
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<p>If you would like to receive my method at no charge or obligation, just email me at keiths3932[at]gmail.com and I will send you the information.</p>
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<p>Good luck with the book!</p>
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<p>Keith</p> How can I publish my books ?!tag:community.bookapss.org,2014-01-07:4097118:Topic:960382014-01-07T21:54:05.619ZRe Dahttp://community.bookapss.org/profile/ReDa
<p>Hi,<br></br> I'm REda , From Egypt , I have a series of Art books which includes the life stories of all the artists in the Middle East , these books includes all the artists's lifelong from the birth till the death, passing through all stages of life .<br></br> these books wrote In Arabic Language , I hope to translate it in English And french , I know that my English is not perfect , and for sure I wont translate these books by myself ^_^…<br></br></p>
<p>Hi,<br/> I'm REda , From Egypt , I have a series of Art books which includes the life stories of all the artists in the Middle East , these books includes all the artists's lifelong from the birth till the death, passing through all stages of life .<br/> these books wrote In Arabic Language , I hope to translate it in English And french , I know that my English is not perfect , and for sure I wont translate these books by myself ^_^<br/> <span class="short_text" id="result_box" lang="en" xml:lang="en"><span class="hps">I have</span> <span class="hps">an excellent</span> <span class="hps">staff</span> <span class="hps">will be</span> <span class="hps">doing this job</span><span>.<span class="short_text" id="result_box" lang="en" xml:lang="en"><span class="hps">But I</span> <span class="hps">needed</span> <span class="hps">to</span> <span class="hps">finance</span> <span class="hps">these books</span></span> ,<span class="short_text" id="result_box" lang="en" xml:lang="en"><span class="hps">What is the</span> <span class="hps">next step</span> <span class="hps">that</span> <span class="hps">I have to</span></span> do so I can publish my books ??<br/> <span class="short_text" id="result_box" lang="en" xml:lang="en"><span class="hps">I'm looking forward</span> <span class="hps">to the</span> <span class="hps">response</span></span><br/> <br/></span></span> Thanks..</p> Book Cover - search engine optimizationtag:community.bookapss.org,2014-01-07:4097118:Topic:960352014-01-07T18:22:22.068ZAllan Checkowayhttp://community.bookapss.org/profile/AllanCheckoway
<p>I was just curious to see if anyone used a sub heading or a secondary title on their book cover to help with search engine optimization? I was told it was extremely important but can't seem to find a lot of information in regards to it.</p>
<p>Allan</p>
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<p>I was just curious to see if anyone used a sub heading or a secondary title on their book cover to help with search engine optimization? I was told it was extremely important but can't seem to find a lot of information in regards to it.</p>
<p>Allan</p>
<p></p> Welcome to the group, Janette Granttag:community.bookapss.org,2013-08-22:4097118:Topic:924462013-08-22T23:37:41.836Z1106 Designhttp://community.bookapss.org/profile/1106Design
<p>Please post your questions here. We're all ready to help.</p>
<p>Please post your questions here. We're all ready to help.</p>