How to self publish with GoodBooks? - top

Self publishing is already the choice for authors who want to get their book out, their way. New print technologies like print on demand, digital printing and on demand publishing now allow books to be more customized and inexpensive to produce.

In the past there was a stigma attached to self-published books because they were unprofessional looking, shabby and ill-written. This is no longer the case, especially if you work with a self publishing company that can guide you through the steps of creating professional-looking book. A reputable company has a reputation to maintain and will ensure that your book is a good representation of what they can do.

Self-publishing gives you control of the process. You approve the cover you want, receive guidance on book elements such as the cover, content, layout and in some cases, marketing.

In addition, with GoodBooks you own 100% of all your books. You can order just the quantity you want. For example, GoodBooks has had clients order 12 copies (poetry) to 1,000 books (non-fiction hardcover). We do not charge you to buy your own book!


Who owns my book? - top

You do. You are the publisher of your book, not GoodBooks Publishing. GoodBooks simply works with you to get your book ready for print. Once the book is complete you decide if you want GoodBooks to print it. Or, you can take your completed book to print on demand publishers of your choice.

You own your book 100%. This includes copyright, all copies, all rights to the book and its content. The book is registered in your name, and will be published under your name or your company/business name. To that end, ISBN numbers and Catalogue in Print (CIP) data are registered in the client’s name, so you have full control of your book.


How much does it cost to self publish? - top

Your cost will vary depending on the services you need to get your book completed. We can provide services at any book production stage.

• Editing
• Proofreading
• Book design
• Printing

Click here to let us know your book’s details. Let us know what services you need. If you want us to print your book, include specifications such as the number of manuscript pages, word count, final page size desired, and the number of copies you would like.


How does self publishing work? - top

Once you have completed your manuscript and want to publish it yourself, contact GoodBooks. We will advise you on the book’s content, review your manuscript, and in consultation, edit/proofread the content, then create a design for your cover and layout. We also obtain an ISBN number and barcode.
Next, we determine how many copies you need and then work with a printer to get it printed. Or, if you like, you can take your completed file to an on demand publisher of your choice.

The process takes about 2-3 months.

Standard book sizes are 8.5 x 5.5 inches, 8.5 x 11 inches and 6 x 9 inches.


Any other questions? Don’t hesitate to contact us at: info@goodbooks.ca