Amazon is one of the largest global marketplaces for both ebooks and print-on-demand titles. Through PublishDrive, you can easily distribute your books to Amazon and reach a wide international audience.
π Formats
PublishDrive supports two formats for Amazon:
β’Ebook
β’Print-on-Demand (POD)
You can choose either or both formats when publishing your title.
β± Publishing Time
Books are typically published on Amazon within 1β3 business days after submission via PublishDrive.
πΈ Distribution Model
Amazon works with a wholesale model, meaning Amazon has the right to adjust the final retail price based on the list price you set.
π Royalty Rates
β’Ebook: 60% royalty
β’Print-on-Demand: 50% royalty
Royalties are calculated from the list price, minus taxes and distribution fees.
π ISBN Requirements
β’Print titles: An ISBN is required.
β’Ebook titles: No ISBN is required.
β Content Policy
βοΈ Adult content is accepted
β Public domain content is not accepted
All content must comply with Amazonβs publishing and quality guidelines.
π Accepted Languages
Amazon accepts titles in the following languages via PublishDrive:
EN-GB, EN, ES, DE, FR, PT, IT, HI, ZH-HANT, SCO, PRO, FRR, ML, FRS, GSW, TA, MR, GU, AR, SV, RM, NO, NB, NN, NL, LB, JA, IS, GV, GL, GA, GD, FY, FI, EU, DA, CY, CO, KW, CA, BR, AF
π Territory Focus
Amazon has global coverage. You can choose to distribute worldwide or target specific countries.
If you have any questions about distributing your title to Amazon, feel free to contact our support team.