ISBNs & Barcodes
Price: $695.00
An International Standard Book Number (ISBN) is essential for authors who wish to sell their books through retailers, both online and in physical stores. It provides a unique identifier for your book, allowing retailers, libraries, and distributors to catalog, sell, and track your book efficiently. Additionally, ISBNs are necessary for your book to appear in global databases like Ingram, Amazon, and more. This package ensures that you have all the tools needed to get your book into the retail marketplace.
What Is an ISBN and Why Do You Need One?
The ISBN (International Standard Book Number) is a 13-digit number that uniquely identifies your book and its format. It provides a way for bookstores, libraries, and distributors to track and catalog your book accurately. Without an ISBN, your book won’t be listed in major book databases or made available for sale in most online and physical bookstores.
Why You Need an ISBN:
- Book Tracking: ISBNs are used by booksellers and distributors to track your book’s sales and inventory. Without it, retailers would be unable to catalog your book.
- Increased Visibility: With an ISBN, your book will be included in major online databases, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Ingram’s global network, allowing it to reach a broader audience.
- Library Access: Many libraries require an ISBN to carry a book in their collection. It also allows libraries to catalog your book accurately.
- Global Distribution: An ISBN is critical for reaching readers worldwide. Publishers, booksellers, and distributors rely on this unique identifier to ensure your book is available to all markets.
Learn more about ISBN registration: ISBN Registration Process
Why ISBNs Are Important for Self-Published Authors
Self-publishing authors benefit from ISBNs because they offer a professional way to list and distribute books globally. When you self-publish, you often retain full control over your book’s distribution and sales. Having an ISBN helps ensure your book is treated as a professional product in the marketplace. It allows you to establish your own publisher identity, which is essential for professional credibility.
Benefits of Having an ISBN as a Self-Published Author:
- Credibility: An ISBN adds credibility to your book. It makes your book look more professional and helps it stand out in a crowded market.
- Global Reach: ISBNs are accepted internationally, meaning your book can be sold in multiple countries and libraries across the world.
- Control: As a self-published author, owning your ISBN means you are in control of the rights to your book’s distribution. You can publish on any platform, whether it’s Amazon, Kobo, or your website, without being tied to one specific retailer.
The Role of Barcodes in Book Retail
A barcode is a graphical representation of your ISBN that is scannable, allowing retailers to quickly process sales transactions. Barcodes are a necessity for physical books, as they streamline inventory management and sales tracking. If you plan to sell your book through brick-and-mortar stores, having a barcode is essential for the retail process.
Benefits of Barcodes:
- Retail Sales: Barcodes are required by most bookstores and retailers to sell and track books. Without a barcode, your book may not be accepted for physical sale.
- Inventory Management: Barcodes enable efficient tracking of books in store inventories, making it easier for booksellers to restock and manage their book sales.
- Sales Data: Barcodes allow bookstores to track sales data, which helps both authors and retailers monitor the book’s performance and popularity.
Explore how barcodes work in retail: Barcode Benefits for Books
How Our ISBN and Barcode Package Works
When you purchase our ISBN & Barcode package, you will receive two unique ISBNs and two barcodes, one for the print version of your book and another for your ebook format. Here’s what’s included:
- 2 ISBNs: One for your print book and another for your ebook. This allows you to distribute both versions of your book globally.
- 2 Barcodes: These barcodes correspond to your ISBNs and can be printed on the back cover of your book. They are fully compatible with retail scanning systems.
This package also includes support for registering your ISBNs with the correct agencies and ensuring that your book is cataloged in the global book databases. We handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on the creative side of your publishing journey.
Additional ISBN and Barcode Information
If you’re looking to publish multiple books, you may need additional ISBNs. For each version of your book (e.g., hardcover, paperback, ebook, audiobook), a unique ISBN is required. This ensures that each format is accurately tracked and listed in the appropriate systems.
How to Use Your ISBN and Barcode:
- ISBN Registration: After purchasing, you will receive your ISBN numbers along with instructions on how to register them with the appropriate agencies like Bowker in the United States.
- Print Your Barcode: The barcode can be printed directly onto the back cover of your physical book. We provide the high-resolution image file for you to use.
- Upload Your Book: When you upload your book to retailers like Amazon, you’ll enter your ISBN to associate it with your book’s listing. The barcode will be scanned in retail stores for efficient sales processing.
Get started with ISBN and Barcode registration: Step-by-Step Guide
Why ISBNs and Barcodes Are Essential for Book Sales
Without an ISBN, your book is essentially invisible to major booksellers, libraries, and retailers. Barcodes make it possible to process your book efficiently through physical stores and online platforms. In essence, having an ISBN and barcode are critical to ensuring that your book is visible, accessible, and trackable to readers, booksellers, and libraries worldwide.
Get Started with ISBNs and Barcodes Today!
For just $695.00, our ISBN & Barcode package will give you all the tools you need to publish and distribute your book professionally. With two ISBNs for both print and digital versions, plus barcodes for retail tracking, your book will be ready for global distribution in no time.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Do I need an ISBN if I’m self-publishing on Amazon? Yes, while Amazon offers an ASIN for digital books, having an ISBN gives you more control over your book’s distribution and allows it to be sold on multiple platforms.
- Can I use the same ISBN for multiple editions? No, each edition and format (ebook, paperback, audiobook) requires a separate ISBN.
- Can I sell my book without a barcode? While you can sell your ebook without a barcode, a physical book must have a barcode to be sold in most retail stores.
