Rights & Distribution

Help readers get hold of your book.

Prepare print and digital editions for the distribution channels that suit your plans, with clear title records and agreed market settings.

  • Print on demand
  • Offset print
  • eBook
  • Retail & library
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Readers need a practical way to find and order the book.

We help organise files, title information and platform setup for your chosen channels. Listing a book makes it available to order; individual shops and libraries make their own stocking decisions.

Part of Rights & Distribution

The routes

Plan the routes to your readers.

  1. 01

    Formats

    • Paperback
    • Hardcover
    • eBook
    • Audiobook
  2. 02

    Production

    • Print on demand
    • Offset print run
    • Digital files
  3. 03

    Channels

    • Online retailers
    • Bookstores
    • Libraries
    • Academic institutions
  4. 04

    Readers

    • Worldwide
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What we handle

What we can help with.

  1. 01

    Distribution setup

    Help prepare accounts and title records on the agreed publishing platforms.

  2. 02

    Print on demand

    Set up printing as orders arrive where that model suits the edition.

  3. 03

    Offset print runs

    Discuss larger quantities for launches, events or your own stock.

  4. 04

    eBook distribution

    Prepare the digital edition for the stores selected in the project.

  5. 05

    Pricing & territories

    Review list prices and territory settings with you before submission.

  6. 06

    Listings & metadata

    Keep the book title, contributors and description consistent across listings.

The steps we work through

  1. 01Prepare

    Gather the approved cover, interior and digital files.

  2. 02Set up

    Prepare the title records for the selected channels.

  3. 03Price & territories

    Agree on prices, territories and edition details.

  4. 04Available

    Submit the setup and review the available listings.

Global Distribution

Let’s discuss your distribution options.

Share the book you have in mind and the support you need. We will review your enquiry and contact you.

Speak With Us

Share your book plans

Describe your book, draft or publishing plans. We will review your message and get in touch.