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Without effective book distribution, all the hard work you put into writing, revising, editing and designing your book means nothing if your audience isn’t able to find, acquire and read your book.
Izzard Ink will help you put together a distribution plan that will reach thousands of readers, with a chance to get into 39,000 bookstores worldwide.
Izzard Ink makes your book available at all the top retailers and we make sure your book can be easily found by readers interested in your genre or topic, by optimizing metadata.
For bookstores, we put your book into distribution networks – it’s up to individual buyers for bookstores whether it ends up on their shelves. That’s why quality in editing and design,, as well as a robust marketing plan, are so important.
Key Insights:
Commitment to Quality
Izzard Ink goes beyond facilitating distribution. We place a strong emphasis on helping authors create books that meet the highest literary standards. This ensures that every book not only reaches a wide audience through diverse distribution channels but also stands out for its quality, enhancing reader engagement and satisfaction.
Diverse Distribution Channels
Our global partnerships span the full spectrum of distributors, ensuring your work is available in various formats and platforms worldwide. From eBooks to audiobooks, from print to digital, we cater to all reader preferences, amplifying your book’s reach and impact.
Flexible, Non-Exclusive Agreements
We believe in freedom for authors. That’s why our non-exclusive agreements grant you the liberty to tap into multiple distribution networks, maximizing your book’s presence without being tethered to a single sales channel. This strategy broadens your book’s horizons, ensuring it reaches every corner of the market.
Personalized Marketing and Distribution Strategy
Your book is unique, and so should be its path to success. At Izzard Ink, we craft marketing and distribution strategies as distinctive as your book itself. By pinpointing the most effective channels and campaigns, we guarantee a targeted approach that connects directly with your audience, maximizing visibility and driving sales.
Izzard Ink has a cloud-based system set up for each author. With our system, authors retain the majority of their sales. Izzard Ink takes just $1 a book for print and 10% of MSRP for an eBook. Our proven system makes royalties an easy transaction.
No matter where you are on your publishing journey, we’re here to support and guide you toward success.
Book distribution serves as the link between authors and their audience, ensuring that books are accessible through an extensive array of channels, from local bookstores and libraries to global online platforms. It includes all aspects of bringing books to market, including the physical distribution to retailers and the digital delivery to e-readers and audiobook platforms. Essential elements of book distribution involve:
The share taken by book distributors varies, typically ranging from 15% to 55% of the retail price. For physical books distributed to bookstores, the combined cut for distributors and retailers is usually around 55%, with distributors taking approximately 10% to 15%. In digital distribution, platforms like Amazon or Apple Books may claim about 30% to 65%, influenced by factors such as the retail price and specific distribution terms.
At Izzard Ink Publishing, we understand that maximizing your royalties is important. That’s why we negotiate competitive rates with distributors while prioritizing wide availability. We’ll provide a clear breakdown of all fees, so you can make informed decisions about your book’s distribution strategy.
A book publisher and a distributor play distinct but complementary roles in the journey of a book from manuscript to reader. Understanding their differences is key for any author navigating the publishing industry.
Book Publisher:
A book publisher is integral to the early stages of a book’s life cycle. They are involved in manuscript selection, editing, design, and printing. Additionally, publishers manage the marketing and promotion to ensure the book reaches its target audience. They invest in the book’s potential and assume the risk of publication, earning a share of the sales revenue in return.
Book Distributor:
A book distributor steps in post-production, focusing on logistics to deliver the book to retailers, libraries, and sometimes directly to consumers. They operate within a sales channel network to maximize the book’s availability, both in-store and online. Distributors do not invest in production but receive a sales percentage for their distribution services.
In essence, publishers create and market the book, transforming manuscripts into finished products ready for consumption, while distributors focus on the logistics of supply, making sure the book is available wherever readers might seek it. Izzard Ink Publishing offers services that encompass both roles, providing a full spectrum of services, from manuscript to market, ensuring quality production and wide distribution for authors.
The largest book distributor in the world is Ingram Content Group. Renowned for its extensive distribution network, offering unmatched access to bookstores, libraries, schools, and online retailers. With a vast inventory of print and digital titles, Ingram serves as a critical link between publishers and the market, ensuring that books reach readers no matter where they are.
The company’s comprehensive services include print-on-demand, digital distribution, and wholesale operations, making it a one-stop solution for publishers and authors seeking to maximize their books’ reach and availability. The company’s scale and scope in the book distribution industry set it apart, providing essential infrastructure that supports the publishing ecosystem worldwide.
Izzard Ink Publishing capitalizes on partnerships with industry giants like Ingram to afford authors the finest distribution channels available, significantly bolstering the success potential of their books
Distributing your self-published book requires a strategic plan to reach readers and stand out. Izzard Ink Publishing helps you navigate this process with a comprehensive strategy that covers both digital and physical channels:
Izzard Ink Publishing is your partner in self-publishing success. We offer expert guidance and extensive networks to ensure your book reaches its audience, achieves sales, and gains the recognition it deserves.
| Features/Distributors | Amazon (KDP) | Ingram | Kobo (with OverDrive) | Barnes & Noble (Press) | Izzard Ink Publishing |
| eBook Distribution | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Print-on-Demand Services | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Audiobook Distribution | ✅ (Via ACX) | ✅ | ✅ (Through OverDrive) | ❌ | ✅ |
| Global Distribution Network | ✅ (170+ countries) | ✅ (Worldwide) | ✅ (OverDrive to libraries) | Limited | ✅ (Via partners) |
| Direct Retailer Partnerships | Exclusive Amazon | Extensive (worldwide retailers & libraries) | Kobo Store + Libraries | Barnes & Noble Stores | Extensive (Multiple partners) |
| Exclusive Promotional Opportunities | ✅ (Amazon Ads, Kindle Deals) | Depends on retailer | Kobo Promotions | B&N Promotions | Customized per author |
| Marketing Services | ❌ | Depends on package | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Publisher Tools | Intermediate | Advanced | Intermediate | Basic | Advanced |
| Reporting and Analytics | Basic | Basic | Basic | Basic | Intermediate |
| Multi-Language Support | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Subscription Service Access | ✅ (Kindle Unlimited) | Depends on retailer | ❌ | ❌ | Varies by partner |
| Library Distribution | ❌ | ✅ (Extensive) | ✅ (Primary via OverDrive) | ❌ | ✅ (Via partners) |
