eBook ePub Formatting and Conversion Service
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The ePub wave is storming our world, and you can be a part of it. These FAQs will tell you why you should convert your documents to ePub, and how Chillibreeze can be your preferred ePub partner.
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What is ePub?
Launched by the International Digital Publishing Forum (IDPF), ePub is an open and free electronic book platform that allows users to read eBooks on compatible hardware such as eReaders. ePub has become an industry standard in recent times, with both software and hardware being increasingly geared to use it. IDPF members include bigwigs such as Google, Apple, Simon & Schuster, Random House, HP, Microsoft and hundreds of others companies that are trying to popularize electronic publishing. Looking at testing the ePub format for your eBook? Contact Chillibreeze.
Is eBook the same as ePub?
An eBook is the electronic version of any book. Kindle, TomeRaider, Newton eBook, Arghos Diffusion, FictionBook, Plucker, DjVu, and PDFs are all eBook formats. However, ePub has become the industry standard in digital publishing, as it is the most popular format for eBooks. ePub is a free and open format; it isn’t locked in to a specific company (as Kindle is) and can be read by a variety of eBook readers.
Why should I use ePub format for my books?
According to industry experts, traditional models of publishing will soon be replaced by electronic/digital publishing. People want to be able to carry their ‘libraries’ with them, which simply isn’t possible with the print format. IDPF reports that in the second quarter of 2010 alone, revenues from eBook sales in the US amounted to $88.7 million. According to the Association of American Publishers sales of eBooks increased by more than 150% in 2009 while the sales of traditional format books are declining.
In a recent interview with USA Today, Amazon.com CEO Jeff Bezos mentioned that for every 100 hard covers, Amazon sells 180 eBooks. Bezos also claimed that sales of digital books would soon surpass those of paperbacks and hard covers combined! Just as musicians have been making their music available in MP3 formats for instant downloads, authors and publishers need to ensure that electronic formats of their books are readily available. Reason enough to get your eBook into the ePub format! Contact Chillibreeze now!
What are some ePub compatible readers/devices?
Some of the most popular ones are Barnes and Noble’s Nook, Sony’s Reader (Touch Edition) and PRS-505, Apple’s iPhone and iPod Touch, Borders’ Kobo eReader, Plastic Logic eBook, and COOL-ER.
How will my eBook look?
Probably better than the original! After conversion, your eBook will look professional and aesthetically pleasing, with attractive formatting, clear typography, headings, and paragraphs that are easy on the eye. We also include a copy of the original book cover and a table of contents that lets users jump to each section easily with a touch. Find out more.
I can convert my book into ePub for free from several websites. Why should I let you do it?
Because it’s always better to leave some things to professionals! We have the expertise to give you a high-quality finished product you can count on. While you can always convert your own book, you can rely on our extensive experience for a more professional and sophisticated looking eBook. Chillibreeze has been doing ePub conversions for a while and unlike the generic conversions done by websites for free we can guarantee you a final product that will give you the results you desire.
What can I expect with Chillibreeze as my ePub formatting and conversion partner?
Our programmers and designers will put the final product through a stringent quality check to make sure that the formatting is consistent across eReaders. We strive to ensure that every element of the original, including design is crystallized in a more attractive way in the eBook. We also make sure that relevant information (author, title, publisher, keywords etc.) is included in the ePub metadata to optimize it for search engines. What use is an eBook if people can’t find it when they search for it?
Will you assign an ISBN when my book is converted to the ePub format?
We will assign an ISBN only on books published with Chillibreeze (contact us for a publishing enquiry). If you already have an ebook with an ISBN assigned to it, then we can include the same ISBN for the ePub format.
Okay, so how can I get an estimate and what’s the next step?
It’s simple! Just contact us or send us the original manuscript in Microsoft Word (or another word processor) or PDF format. We will follow up with a conversion estimate. We’ll also be able to give you an estimate of turnaround times. Once we receive the go-ahead from you, you’ll receive your eBook in ePub format.
Whether you're in the publishing business or an author, converting your manuscripts to the ePub format ensures more credibility and means that your books will be more accessible to your target audiences via the latest tech tools.
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How does the design element of an e-book differ from that of a printed book?
The design and composition of e-books in PDF format can be very different from a printed book depending on many factors. An explanation would require more time and space that is available.
Describe the Chillibreeze approach to e-books.
Chillibreeze undertakes production of e-books only after thoroughly understanding your requirements and goals. The solution offered by our team ensures that you are able to meet that goal effectively. While it is a design outfit, Chillibreeze can leverage the editing / proof reading and formatting skills available with our Chillibreeze content division.
Can Chillibreeze help me market my e-book?
We are a design company that offers complete solutions to the design and composition elements of e-book production, but the e-publishing arm of Chillibreeze could help you market your ebooks effectively.
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