Episode 41: Printing and Distribution Basics

So, some of the last few interview episodes have gotten into the weeds on printing, distribution, and ISBNs for self publishers. I thought it was about time I addressed these issues to establish some of the basics for those new to self publishing or just those who have some questions. Today, I go over: Printing options, including the difference between print runs and print-on-demand ISBNs (and, no, it’s not ISBN number) Ebook distributors Watching out for scams and vanity presses Some helpful links: Print-on-demand services Ingram Spark KDP Print Lulu (not as favored as the other two, but useful for spiral-bound books) ISBNs Bowker’s MyIdentifiers Site (the place to get ISBNs in the US) Ebook Distributors Draft2Digital PublishDrive Smashwords And, finally… Writer Beware (to check up on possible scams)