Bookstore Essentials
If you hope to get your book into bookstores and on shelves, equip your book with these industry standards. You can confidently approach bookstores knowing you have a professional, trade-quality book to promote and sell.
U.S. Copyright Registration
Registering your work with the U.S. Copyright Office provides you with peace of mind as well as a public record of your ownership of the material.
Set Your Own Price
Take control of your book's price with our Set Your Own Price (SYOP) program. Customize retail prices and maximize royalties for both hardcover and paperback versions. Pair with Author Advantage Royalty for a winning edge.
Booksellers Return Program
Make your book more attractive to retailers by purchasing our Booksellers Return Program. It allows retailers to return your book if it doesn’t sell, removing a key hurdle for retailers interested in potentially ordering your book.
Booksellers Return Program Renewal
When you purchase the Booksellers Return Program, the subscription will need to be renewed after one year.
Library of Congress Control Number
Make your book more accessible to librarians and book vendors by cataloging it with the Library of Congress.