Ebook Creation, Selling & Distribution

There are several platforms you can use to create and publish eBooks, depending on your goals (selling, distribution, formatting, etc.). Here’s a list of the top platforms:

eBook Creation & Formatting Tools

1. Scrivener – Advanced writing and formatting tool for eBooks.


2. Reedsy – Free online tool with professional formatting features.


3. Calibre – Free open-source eBook management and conversion tool.


4. Vellum (Mac only) – Premium tool for professional eBook formatting.


5. Sigil – Free ePub editor for those comfortable with coding.


6. Canva – Useful for simple eBook design and PDF formatting.


7. Microsoft Word – Can be used with Kindle Create to format eBooks.


8. Google Docs – Basic formatting for simple eBooks.



Self-Publishing Platforms for Selling eBooks

1. Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing) – The largest eBook marketplace.


2. Apple Books (iBooks Author) – For selling on Apple devices.


3. Google Play Books – Reaches Android and Google users.


4. Barnes & Noble Press – For NOOK readers.


5. Kobo Writing Life – Reaches global eBook markets.


6. Draft2Digital – Distributes to multiple stores, including Apple, Kobo, and B&N.


7. Smashwords – Aggregator that distributes to multiple platforms.



Direct-Selling eBook Marketplaces

1. Gumroad – Ideal for direct sales and downloads.


2. Sellfy – Another direct-to-customer platform with store integration.


3. Etsy – Good for selling digital downloads like eBooks.


4. Whop – A growing marketplace for digital products.


5. Payhip – A direct selling platform with marketing tools.


6. Podia – Combines eBook sales with online courses and memberships.


7. Teachable – Primarily for online courses but supports eBooks.


8. Thinkific – Similar to Teachable, good for bundling eBooks with courses.



Subscription-Based eBook Platforms

1. Patreon – Monetize eBooks through memberships.


2. Substack – Publish serialized eBooks via newsletter subscriptions.


3. Medium – Not for direct sales, but good for serialized content.



Would you like recommendations based on your specific needs (formatting vs. selling)?


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