Take control of your publishing journey with an all-in-one platform built for modern authors. Whether you’re finishing your first draft or preparing to launch, we make it simple, fast, and empowering to publish your book—your way.
Own your story by controlling content, design, pricing, and distribution. Take charge of every aspect of your book—from concept to publication—without compromise.
Maximum Royalties
No hidden fees or shared profits - every sale is your success, keep 100% of your book’s royalties.
Your Own Pace
Fit your publishing goals into your lifestyle, stress-free. Move at your own speed—no deadlines, no pressure.
Editorial Support
Get the best of both worlds with AI precision and human creativity - Refine your manuscript with smart AI tools and expert editors.
Automated Design
Eye-catching covers and polished layouts—done for you in minutes.
Marketing and Distribution
From launch to bestseller, our tools drive your book’s success - promote your book with built-in marketing tools and strategies.
This checklist covers every major step needed to successfully publish a book from start to finish. Start out with these 10 key steps
Write and develop your manuscript – Outline the book structure and chapter, write the first draft – revise and self-edit. Gather feedback from beta readers.
Decide on your publishing journey – Either go through a traditional publisher or enlist to an online publishing service that supports self publishing.
Edit and proofread your book – Revise the manuscript based on editorial feedback, Conduct a final proofread to catch grammar, punctuation, and formatting errors either by hand or assisted by an online platform.
Design your book – Format the manuscript for print, adjust layout for margins, headings, fonts, and spacing. Add front matter (title page, copyright page, dedication) and back matter (author bio, acknowledgments, references).
Design your book cover – Research genre-specific cover trends, hire a professional designer or use automated tools for cover creation. Design a front cover, spine, and back cover (for print). Ensure the design meets size and file format requirements for printers or platforms.
Create your book data – Purchase or obtain a ISBN, Register the copyright for your work.
Set pricing and royalties – Decide on pricing for print and digital versions based on cost and desired income, set royalty preferences and research industry offers.
Market and promote your book – Develop a pre-launch marketing plan, design marketing materials (social media posts, ads, email campaigns), build or update an author website. It’s also recommended to start collecting reviews and consider organizing a book launch event or campaign.
Decide on distribution and launch – Finalize and approve the book for publishing, launch the book across selected sales channels. Announce the release through email lists, social media, and PR.
Post-launch and performance tracking – Run ongoing marketing campaigns (ads, social media, collaborations), engage with readers and collect feedback. Monitor sales reports and adjust marketing strategies accordingly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Self Publication Explained
What is the process of self-publishing with Spines?
Publishing with Spines is a simple and straightforward way to self-publish your book. Just upload your manuscript, polish it using our AI-powered editing tools, and format it for professional print, ebook or audiobook distribution. You can also create marketing campaigns using our built-in tools to help promote your book.
Everything is managed through a single, intuitive dashboard, giving you full control over your publishing journey, while our team is always available if you need extra support.
How much time does it take to self-publish a book with Spines?
With Spines, the entire publishing process typically takes around 30 days, from the moment you choose your plan until your book appears on Amazon.
Keep in mind, the timeline can vary depending on your needs. If you choose to work with our professional team for additional services—like translation, line editing, illustration, ghostwriting, and more—your publishing journey may take a bit longer to ensure top-quality results.
Do I need to copyright my book if I self-publish?
Yes, securing your copyright is essential to protect your intellectual property. The good news is that Spines automatically provides copyright certification the moment you upload your manuscript. This ensures your work is protected from day one.
How much does it cost to self-publish with Spines?
Spines offers three standard publishing plans, plus two specialized plans for authors focused on children’s literature. Each plan is designed to fit different publishing goals, budgets, and book formats.
The cost depends on several factors, including the length of your manuscript, the formats you choose to publish (ebook, audiobook, softcover, or hardcover), the level of personal support you prefer, and any additional services you might need.
Spines offers a complete range of publishing services to help bring your book to life. Our offerings include book formatting, professional editing, custom cover design, digital ebook creation, audiobook production, ghostwriting, and print-on-demand (POD) publishing.
We also provide copyright certification, global book distribution, and built-in marketing tools to support your launch and ongoing promotion.
Every author gets access to a customizable landing page and an easy-to-use dashboard to manage their book and track progress. For special requests or guidance, our publishing consultants are ready to assist at any stage.
What self-publishing services does Spines offer?
Self-publishing can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months, depending on how prepared your manuscript is and which services you need (like editing, design, and formatting). If you're well-organized and working with professionals, a typical timeline is 2 to 3 months from final draft to launch. This can be accelerated to weeks with the aid of AI focused publishing platforms.
How do I copyright my self-published book?
When you upload your manuscript to Spines, it is automatically certified for copyright. This means your work is protected from the moment it is submitted, ensuring your intellectual property rights are secure. However, if you wish to formally register your copyright with the appropriate government office (such as the U.S. Copyright Office), you can do so directly.
How many royalties does Spines give authors?
Spines authors retain up to 100% of their net royalties on each sale, with exact earnings depending on the chosen distribution channels. We believe in transparency, so all royalties, regardless of where your book is sold, are consolidated and reported in one place via your Spines dashboard, updated monthly.
