Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Self-Publishing Partner for Success
Since 1997, we have been empowering authors to transform their manuscripts into professionally published books. Our supported self-publishing model combines industry expertise with personalized service, offering authors full control over their work while providing access to comprehensive publishing, editorial, and marketing solutions. We prioritize print-on-demand technology to ensure books never go out of print and facilitate global distribution through major retailers.Our team of publishing professionals guides authors through every step, from design and formatting to royalty management, ensuring a seamless journey from manuscript to market. With over 60,000 authors published, we remain committed to helping writers achieve their creative and commercial goals.
Services
Publishing Packages
Editorial Services
Add-On Services
Marketing Services
Bookstore Distribution
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in supported self-publishing since 1997
- Authors retain full rights and control over book design and pricing
- We offer print-on-demand technology to eliminate inventory costs
- Our services include global distribution through major retailers like Amazon
- We provide 24/7 customer support for authors throughout the publishing process
What people say
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Services
Publishing Packages
Our tiered publishing packages provide authors with professional formatting, cover design, and global distribution services. Each package includes ISBN assignment, royalty tracking, and access to print-on-demand technology. Authors maintain full creative control while benefiting from industry-standard production quality and worldwide retail availability.
Editorial Services
Professional editorial support enhances manuscript readability and marketability through developmental editing, copyediting, and proofreading services. Our specialists help refine content structure, grammar, and style while preserving the author's unique voice. Services are available for fiction, nonfiction, and academic works across all genres.
Marketing Services
Customized marketing solutions help authors increase book visibility through targeted advertising, social media campaigns, and media outreach. Our consultants develop tailored strategies based on genre, audience demographics, and sales objectives. Services include book launch planning and ongoing promotional support.
Add-On Services
Supplemental services enhance book production quality with professional illustration, audio book creation, and enhanced e-book formatting options. Authors can add custom design elements, multimedia content, or specialized formatting to differentiate their publications in competitive markets.
Bookstore Distribution
Global distribution network ensures books appear in major online retailers like Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Books-A-Million. Our print-on-demand system maintains perpetual availability without inventory costs. Authors earn royalties on every sale through our automated tracking and payment system.
Questions
What publishing services does Xlibris offer?
We provide complete self-publishing solutions including book formatting, cover design, global distribution, editorial services, and marketing support through customizable publishing packages.
How much does it cost to publish with Xlibris?
Publishing packages start at $999 for basic services and range up to $4,999 for premium options with comprehensive marketing and production support.
Do authors retain rights to their books?
Yes, authors maintain full ownership and copyright control over their work throughout the publishing process.
How long does the publishing process take?
Standard production timelines range from 2-6 weeks depending on package selection and author revisions, with expedited options available.
How are books distributed through retail channels?
Books are distributed globally through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, and other major retailers using our print-on-demand technology.
What marketing support is available for authors?
We offer customized marketing plans, social media promotion, advertising campaigns, and media outreach services tailored to each author's genre and audience.
