Top 15 Resources for Helping Authors Create, Publish and Sell eBooks for iPad, Amazon, Android and more       

 

 

Are you looking at publishing your work, but find it hard to decide whether you want to go the digital way or approach a print publisher?

 

Are you familiar with digital publishing and want to know whether it is better to go with a digital publisher or self publish?

 

Another dilemma you, as an author may be facing is to decide whether to consider publishing for the mobile platform.

 

Here is help from Chillibreeze! We may not have an immediate answer to all these questions, but would love to share our learning with you. The ePublishing division at Chillibreeze has been watching this sector for some time now, and we actively track the mobile publishing space too.

 

Here are some useful resources for you to look at, to get your work published online or over a mobile device.

 

1. Amazon's Digital Text Platform:

This is an easy self-publishing tool that allows you to submit your eBook so that it’s available in the Amazon’s Kindle Store.

 

Remember, if you need help with converting your file into the kindle format, contact Chillibreeze.

 

2. Feedbooks:

 

 

Another great way to submit, publish and edit your eBook. They will take you through a step-by-step process and even explain the basic concepts you need to know for publishing your book.

 

3. Bookbaby:

 

Accepts all original work for uploading and publishing on the Apple’s store. You need to sign up for this paid service. They can help you convert your eBook into the ePub format too.

 

Of course Chillibreeze can help you convert your work into the ePub format too. Mail us and we will follow up on your request.

 

4. Smash Words:

 

Their free and easy self-publishing tool lets you publish, market, and sell your eBook in several formats. You can make your eBook available for sale instantly at a price of your choosing.

 

5. Lulu:

 

Try their eBook wizard that lets you upload your original eBook, choose from several eBook options, and publish and sell your masterpiece.

 

6. Pothi

 

They take care of print on demand and ePublishing. Worth checking out if you want to get your work published as an eBook.

 

Other support resources to help you publish your work online:

 

 

7. eBook software: There are dozens of eBook software out there. Some of the most popular ones include ePaperFlip, Adobe Digital Editions and Calibre.

 

 

8. eBook security:

 

You need to guard your eBook against unauthorized access and illegal file sharing. Two options would be www.electronicdeadbolt.com and Virtual Vault.

 

9. eBook Covers: An attention-grabbing cover (3D or not) helps your eBook stand out from all the competition out there. Search online for eBook templates and covers and you may find something you like! Examples would be websites like http://www.ebooktemplatesource.com/ and http://www.coveractionpro.com/.

 

10. eBook Marketing: You need some impactful website banners to advertise your eBook on the Internet to make sure it’s visible to your target audience. eBook marketing can be tricky and you want to entrust this job to professionals. Visit http://www.guidetoebookmarketing.com/ for some insightful articles about eBook marketing, what to keep in mind, and what to expect from marketing vendors

 

11. eBook Graphics: Graphic design is another essential element that can make or break your eBook. Vibrant and vivid color schemes throughout enhance the content of the eBook and make for a great reading experience when accessed on hi-res devices such as the iPad or Android smartphones. Websites like http://www.trustycovers.com/ can help you. Chillibreeze can help you with your designs.

 

 

12. Aldiko:

 

Explore how eBooks are delivered in Android devices through this application. This app lets users read download, organize and read thousands of free books on their Androids. Aldiko is fast gaining popularity and it would be a good idea to find out more – so that you can think on the lines of getting your work on an Android device too!

 

13. Kobo ebook App: With one free and simple download, it lets readers read thousands of eBooks on any digital device. Get started at http://kobobooks.com/getting_started. You can read on the desktop too http://www.kobobooks.com/desktop.

 

 

Read the different mobile formats. It will help you decide where and how you want to publish your work.

 

Kobo will help you publish your work too. http://www.kobobooks.com/companyinfo/authorsnpublishers.html

 

14. Wattpad:

 

 

A great place to network and share your work with other writers. Wattpad is a fun app primarily for the iPhone that you can easily find in iTunes or in the Apple App Store. Consider making your book available through them.

 

15. Amazon’s Kindle App:

 

Lets people access eBooks on their iPhones without having to buy the Kindle! Almost 700,000 books, sneak peeks, and free book samples. Check it out here.

 

Chillibreeze can help you publish mobile content as well as create an eBook for you to publish anywhere else you like. Contact us to know more. If you want to know more about how to publish mobile content write to us and we will be happy to help. Do you have something to share about your experience in ePublishing? Mail us at epublishing@chillibreeze.com

 

 

Contact Chillibreeze today to find out how we can help you fine-tune and publish your work as an eBook or in the ePub format, for the mobile platform.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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