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Everything you need to know about ISBNs and self-publishing books. We publish helpful tips and strategy to help you get your book distributed worldwide and protect your book ownership

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Why Obtain ISBN from US ISBN Agency

Why Obtain ISBN from US ISBN Agency

Purchasing a US ISBN offers global exposure through the largest book network. The US ISBN agency allows you to publish and market your book worldwide, a flexibility not offered by the ISBN agency in India.

ISBN Hyphenator Tool and How to Hyphenate ISBN-13

ISBN Hyphenator Tool and How to Hyphenate ISBN-13

The hyphens help identify the different elements of the ISBN, providing information about the book’s origin, publisher, and specific edition. Barcode generators and book publishing platforms often require a hyphenated ISBN.

Anatomy of a 13-Digit ISBN: A Comprehensive Guide

Anatomy of a 13-Digit ISBN: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding the anatomy of a 13-digit ISBN is essential for anyone involved in the publishing process. It ensures the correct identification of a book and its specific edition, facilitating efficient distribution and sales.

Anatomy of a 10-Digit ISBN: A Comprehensive Guide

Anatomy of a 10-Digit ISBN: A Comprehensive Guide

Modern publishing platforms and online book marketplaces exclusively use 13-digit ISBN numbers. Even books published before 2007 are now listed in the 13-digit ISBN format, as the conversion from ISBN-10 to ISBN-13 is straightforward. This can be achieved by prefixing the ISBN-10 with 978 and adjusting the final check digit accordingly. This allows the conversion of a 10-digit ISBN to a 13-digit ISBN. Below is an example of a book published prior to 2007, showcasing its two types of ISBNs.

How To Obtain An ISBN Number with Ease

How To Obtain An ISBN Number with Ease

Learn how to Obtain An ISBN anywhere in the world. Obtaining an ISBN varies by country but generally involves determining the need for an ISBN, finding the National ISBN Agency, applying and registering the ISBN. Anyone can become a publisher by registering with their local ISBN agency. Self-publishing involves managing the entire process, including procuring an ISBN.

Why You Shouldn’t use Amazon free ISBN

Why You Shouldn’t use Amazon free ISBN

Amazon KDP has made self-publishing as easy as publishing a blog post. They also offer free ISBN in one click, but Amazon free ISBN comes with a few downsides.

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