What is IngramSpark?
IngramSpark provides authors with a complete suite of tools for self-publishing, including professional-quality print and ebook creation, global distribution networks, and promotional services. The platform specializes in hardcover and paperback books created on demand, allowing authors to publish without large upfront costs.
Authors can access free publishing tools and resources, including a book-building tool, print and ship calculators, and educational content. The platform offers ebook conversion services and competitive royalty structures, with authors earning 85% of net revenue from ebook sales. IngramSpark's distribution network reaches millions of readers worldwide, providing sales opportunities across multiple retail channels.
Features
- Global Distribution: Reach millions of readers worldwide through extensive retail networks
- On-Demand Printing: Create hardcover and paperback books without large inventory investments
- Ebook Publishing: Convert print books to ebooks and earn 85% of net revenue from sales
- Book-Building Tool: Access tools to design and format books professionally
- Educational Resources: Free publishing tools, weekly blogs, online courses, and downloadable guides
Use Cases
- Self-publishing print books for global distribution
- Converting existing manuscripts into professional ebooks
- Marketing and promoting published books to wider audiences
- Calculating printing costs and potential earnings from book sales
- Accessing educational resources for successful self-publishing
