NEXTLEVEL BOOK PUBLISHING
  • Home
  • Book Store
    • Children Books
    • Adult Books
    • Bundles
    • Downloadable Books
    • Crayola
    • Journals
  • Blog
  • Contact
  • Check Out Our Affiliates
  • Category

SHOULD I PURCHASE MY OWN ISBN?

8/3/2021

0 Comments

 

ISBN Frequently asked questions


Picture
Picturesample ISBN barcode with price
What is an ISBN?
ISBN is an acronym for International Standard Book Number.  This ten-digit number identifies such info as the publisher, printed language and book version, book price and other relevant information.  Having an ISBN number is a must for authors who are looking to have their books visible and available in databases, stores and libraries.

Should I purchase an ISBN from Amazon, IngramSpark, Lulu or some other self publishing platform?
Short answer...it depends.  Many platforms and "vanity" publishers often offer ISBNs for a fee or for free.  Since the ISBN identifies the origin and the publishing details of the book, it may be in the best interest for Indie Authors who actively upload and manage their book titles, to purchase an ISBN. This will give the author ownership and flexibility when it comes to their number. Indie Authors may choose to use their own name or create a publishing brand.  Creating a publishing brand, even if only for personal titles, establishes credibility.

How do I purchase an ISBN?
ISBN numbers can only by purchased from Bowker via myidentifiers.com.  NEVER purchase an ISBN from a third party that is not affiliated with you or your book. Each version of the book will need a different ISBN. The cost for 1 ISBN is $125 and $295 for 10.  However, IBPA (International Book Publishers Association) members qualify for discounts on ISBNs and other valuable services and resources in exchange for an annual membership. 


Should I Purchase My Own ISBN

0 Comments



Leave a Reply.

    Contributor

    NextLevel Book Publisher

    Archives

    December 2021
    November 2021
    September 2021
    August 2021
    May 2021
    April 2021
    March 2021
    January 2021

    Categories

    All

    RSS Feed

Location

aBOUT US

 NextLevel Book Publishing was created to help independent authors and novice self-publishers navigate their way through the book  publishing process and take their works to the next level.  We provide education, and resources  to turn your manuscript into a masterpiece.  Write, create,  and give life to your words.

Contact Us

    Subscribe Today!

Submit
  • Home
  • Book Store
    • Children Books
    • Adult Books
    • Bundles
    • Downloadable Books
    • Crayola
    • Journals
  • Blog
  • Contact
  • Check Out Our Affiliates
  • Category