Self Publishing Services
Self-Publishing Made Effortless: Powered by Innovation and Human Expertise
Take full control of your publishing journey with Spines’ all-in-one self-publishing platform. Whether you’re launching your first book or adding to your catalog, our advanced technology combined with personalized editorial and publishing expertise ensures your book is professional, polished, and market-ready, without giving up any royalties.
From manuscript upload to global distribution and marketing, manage everything through one intuitive dashboard, with the support of your dedicated account manager every step of the way.
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- Copyright & ISBN Certificate
- Earn 100% of All Sales Royalties
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Why Self-Publish with Spines? A Faster, Easier, and More Profitable Experience
All-in-One Platform for Seamless Self-Publishing
Our comprehensive platform covers every stage of publishing - editing, formatting, cover design, printing, distribution, and marketing - eliminating the need for costly third-party tools or complex workflows.
Manage your entire book project efficiently from one place designed specifically for authors.
Full Creative & Financial Control
You set your book’s content, cover, pricing, and distribution options, fitting your publishing goals into your schedule without pressure or deadlines.
Maintain 100% ownership of your work and royalties, and decide exactly how, when, and where your book is sold.
Keep 100% of Your Royalties & Track Sales in Real Time
Get your book into the hands of readers worldwide through distribution to Amazon, Barnes & Noble, IngramSpark, Apple Books, and over 100 other major platforms.
Leverage our AI-powered marketing tools to amplify your book’s reach and grow your audience with targeted social media, email, and advertising campaigns.
Publish Faster with Our Streamlined Process
Bring your book to market within only a month - significantly faster than the industry average.
Whether you opt for a fully DIY route or use our expert editing, design, and marketing services, we work quickly without sacrificing quality, so you start building your readership sooner.
Professional Quality, Backed by AI & Human Expertise
Every book is enhanced by AI-driven tools for formatting, proofreading, and metadata optimization, combined with hands-on editorial and design support from industry professionals.
This hybrid approach ensures your manuscript is not only error-free but stylistically polished and market-ready.
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How to Self Publish Your Book
How to Self Publish Your Book Successfully
Self-publishing a book is an exciting and empowering process. Follow these 8 steps to successfully self-publish your book, with clear actions you can take at each stage:
- Prepare Your Manuscript
Ensure your manuscript is ready for publishing by editing it for grammar, structure, and style. Use editing tools or hire an editor for a final review. After editing, format the manuscript for the print version (PDF) and digital formats (EPUB, MOBI). - Format Your Book
Format your book for print and digital editions, paying attention to the layout (e.g., font size, margins, spacing). Ensure that both print and eBook formats meet the requirements of distribution platforms. If you’re not familiar with formatting, you can use self-publishing tools or hire a professional formatter. - Create a Book Cover
Design an eye-catching book cover that fits genre expectations. You can hire a professional designer or use cover design software like Canva. Be sure the design fits industry specifications, especially for digital platforms like Amazon and Apple Books. - Register for ISBN and Copyright
Secure an ISBN from an official provider like Bowker. You’ll need separate ISBNs for print and digital formats. Once your manuscript is uploaded, copyright your work by registering it through the appropriate government office (such as the U.S. Copyright Office). - Set Your Pricing and Royalties
Set the price for your print and digital formats based on the costs of printing (for print books) and the pricing of similar titles in your genre. Choose your royalty preferences by researching typical royalties offered on different platforms, and determine if you’ll offer discounts or promotions. - Distribute Your Book
Upload your book to distribution platforms like Amazon and IngramSpark. Ensure that your book is available in both eBook and print formats and distribute globally to reach readers in different countries. Use print-on-demand services to avoid upfront printing costs, allowing you to print only as copies are ordered. - Market Your Book
Once your book is distributed, focus on marketing to drive sales. Build an email list, create a website, and leverage social media to engage potential readers. Consider running paid ads on platforms like Facebook and Amazon, and request book reviews from readers and bloggers to generate buzz. - Monitor Performance and Optimize
After the launch, track your sales through your platform’s dashboard, using this data to adjust your marketing campaigns. Keep an eye on reader feedback, and if necessary, relaunch your book with revisions based on customer reviews, additional marketing strategies, or new promotional pricing.
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Comprehensive Support, Every Step of the Way
Count on our dedicated 24/7 customer support to provide expert guidance and swift solutions, ensuring you’re never alone in your publishing journey.
2,800+ Authors Have Published Their Books With Spines
Spines can take the idea you are passionate about and facilitate bringing it into reality. Everyone was not only helpful but very encouraging in the entire creative process. I highly recommend Spines as the best publishing service available to all aspiring authors who would like to touch the world with their thoughts.
Author Deandre Jefferson
Isabel and the rest of the team were supportive and patient as I worked through the process. Ready to tackle book #2!!!
Author Glenn Diehll
OMG, Wardah has done it again!! My second book looks incredible on the inside and out! I love Wardah’s professionalism and how she constantly kept me in the loop and was quick to correct any changes necessary to make the book exactly what I envisioned.
Author Josanne Stewart
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Author Kirk Anthony Floyd
I want to take this opportunity to thank the staff at Spines Publishing, especially Eli Nazari. You have made a lifelong dream come true: becoming an author. I look forward to working with you on my second book. God bless!
Author Terry Parker
I continue to be very impressed with Spines. From onboarding with Adriano to my account manager Wardah, they were very thorough and communicative every step of the way. They do set you up to succeed! I would recommend this team to anyone.
Author D Lawson
It was a true partnership. I couldn’t have asked for a better team to collaborate with on this journey. Thank you for championing my story and for the incredible work you do in amplifying diverse voices.
Author Leeora Benjamin
Blown away!! My mind is BLOWN. The process was so simple—from the vision being captured to the book now LIVE! Writing a book I thought was a dream, but now it’s a reality. THANK YOU, at a loss for words!
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Karla Leon at Spines could not have been more helpful. She was attentive and quick, turning around my comments in a day (if not in a few hours). I could not be happier.
Author Lawrence Bloom
I sent my book to 17 different publishers and got rejected every time, and vanity publishers quoted me between $11k-$17k. With Spines, I got my book published in less than 30 days!
Author Carlos Andromeda
I’ve paid over $3,500 for editors in the past, and I felt like they changed my book! With Spines, I had complete creative control over how my book turned out.
Author Joshua Holton
I’m a total beginner when it comes to computers, but I managed to design a professional-looking cover with Spines in just 3 minutes!
Author Valerie Price
My proofreading process used to take months, and I had to hire 3 freelancers. With Spines, I can do it in a single day.
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