ISBN Ultimate Guide: Things to Know About ISBN Before Self Publishing Your Book

By FreeISBN

It's important for self-publishing authors to know about ISBNs before deciding to publish a book. This book will provide a step-by-step guide to understand ISBNs, from the basics to the complicated.

 

ISBN is an international standard that identifies a book as unique and prevents them from being confused with other publications. You need to have a ISBN number and publishing name at the time of self-publishing your book. There are plenty of option to obtain an ISBN number, you can get ISBN for free and also purchase from an ISBN agency. This book will guide you on how to self-publish your book right way, obtain ISBN, generate an imprint name and much more.

 

Getting an ISBN might seem confusing, but you're in luck! You will learn to obtain an ISBN and apply it correctly. You'll find all the information you need in this helpful handbook so that you can self-publish your book without all the hassles and without breaking any rules.

• Language: English
• Publisher: FreeISBN.com
• Release date: Oct 8, 2022
• ISBN: 9789357599078

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ISBN Ultimate Guide

Things to Know Before Self Publishing Your Book

By Freeisbn.com

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Introduction

If you've ever wondered what those pesky ISBN numbers are all about, wonder no more! In this blog post, we'll explore the world of ISBNs, what they are and how they work. We'll also dispel some common myths about ISBNs and give you some tips on how to use them effectively. So sit back, relax and enjoy the ride!

Do I need an ISBN?

An ISBN is a unique commercial book identifier and stands for International Standard Book Number. You do not need an ISBN to self-publish your book, but if you would like to sell your book through major online and brick-and-mortar retailers, you will need an ISBN. You can purchase your own ISBN or have your publisher acquire one on your behalf. If you choose to do it yourself, you will be the publisher of record, which has its own set of benefits and privileges.

You can also elect to have a vanity press or POD (print on demand) printer handle the ISBN registration for an additional fee. The cost of an ISBN varies depending on who you purchase it from, but it is generally around $125 for a single