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Global Book Distribution

Your book, available to readers in 150+ countries.

InkTide lists your book on the InkTide Book Store and distributes it to major online retailers and eBook platforms, with print-on-demand reach across 150+ countries in paperback, hardcover and eBook formats.

  • Paperback, hardcover & eBook
  • No inventory to manage
  • 100% rights retained
150+Countries reached
3Formats: paperback, hardcover & eBook
1000+Books published
MonthlyRoyalty payouts
Why Distribution Matters

A great book only sells if readers can buy it.

Publishing success depends on discoverability and availability. A book that's hard to find, out of stock, or missing from the stores readers use loses sales it should have made.

InkTide handles the technical side of distribution — ISBNs, metadata, pricing, file preparation and retail listings — so your book is available in the right formats, in the right stores, in the right countries.

See Where It's Sold
01

Available where readers shop

Your book is listed on the InkTide Book Store and major online retailers, so readers can buy it where they already shop.

02

Never out of stock

Print-on-demand means each copy is printed when it's ordered: no print runs, no warehouses, no unsold stock.

03

Easy to find

Accurate metadata, categories and keywords help readers and retail search find your book.

Formats

One book, every format readers want

Reach every kind of reader with paperback, hardcover and eBook editions, each with its own ISBN, price and retail listing.

Print

Paperback

The everyday format most readers buy, printed to order and sold worldwide.

  • Printed on demand for every order
  • Industry-standard trim sizes
  • Black-and-white or colour interiors
  • Sold on the InkTide Book Store and online retailers

Best for: fiction, non-fiction, memoir, poetry and academic titles

Print

Hardcover

A durable, premium edition for gifting, collectors and special occasions.

  • Sturdy, long-lasting case binding
  • Premium presentation and higher list price
  • Printed on demand, just like paperback
  • Sold alongside your paperback and eBook

Best for: memoirs, gift books, children's books and reference works

Digital

eBook

Instant delivery to readers on phones, tablets and e-readers, anywhere in the world.

  • Professionally formatted, device-friendly files
  • Hyperlinked contents and references
  • Listed on leading eBook platforms in India and worldwide
  • No printing cost per copy

Best for: every genre, especially academic, business and self-help

Where Your Book Is Sold

Distribution channels that reach readers everywhere

From our own online Book Store to global retail and eBook platforms, we prepare your book for every channel that fits it.

InkTide Book Store

Your book gets its own page on the InkTide online Book Store, where readers can browse, buy and share it.

  • Dedicated book page
  • Listed by genre and category
  • Shipped worldwide

Global Online Retailers

Your print editions are made available through major online retailers, with print-on-demand reach across 150+ countries.

  • Retail distribution preparation
  • International reader access
  • Pricing for each market

eBook Platforms

Your eBook is prepared and listed on leading eBook platforms in India and around the world.

  • Device-friendly eBook files
  • Instant digital delivery
  • Separate eBook ISBN and price

Print-on-Demand Network

Each order is printed and shipped as it's placed, so your book never goes out of print or out of stock.

  • No upfront print run
  • No warehousing or unsold stock
  • Always available to order

Author Copies & Bulk Orders

Order printed copies at any time after publication for launches, events, signings or direct sales.

  • Author copies on request
  • Bulk printing options
  • Paperback and hardcover

Metadata & Discoverability

Accurate metadata helps retailers categorise your book correctly and helps readers find it in search.

  • ISBN for each format
  • Categories and keywords
  • Title, description and author bio
How It Works

From final files to readers' hands

Your dedicated publishing consultant guides every step, so you always know what happens next.

  1. 1

    Final files approved

    Your print-ready interior, cover and eBook files are checked and sent to you for a final read and approval.

  2. 2

    ISBN & metadata

    We assign an ISBN for each format and prepare your title, description, categories, keywords and author bio.

  3. 3

    Pricing

    Retail prices are set for each format and market, with guidance from our team on what readers expect to pay.

  4. 4

    Listing & go-live

    Your book goes live on the InkTide Book Store and is submitted to online retail and eBook channels.

  5. 5

    Printed on demand

    When a reader orders, each copy is printed and shipped. No stock to hold and no minimum print run.

  6. 6

    Sales & royalties

    Track every sale in your live sales dashboard and receive your royalties every month.

Royalties

Transparent royalties, paid every month

You earn an author-first share of every sale after printing and distribution costs. Every sale is tracked in a live sales dashboard, and royalties are paid out monthly.

  • Live sales dashboard
  • Monthly royalty payouts
  • Exact figures confirmed in writing before you publish
  • Your copyright and royalties remain yours
Try the Royalty Calculator

How a print royalty is worked out

Retail price of one copy100%
Retail price
The price readers pay, set for each format and market
− Printing cost
Print editions only; eBooks have none
− Distribution costs
Vary by retail channel and country
= Your royalty
Tracked live and paid out monthly

Illustrative only. Actual royalties depend on your plan, trim size, page count and retail channel. Your consultant confirms exact figures in writing before you publish.

Printing

Print-on-demand, plus copies when you need them

Retail orders are printed one at a time, as readers buy. When you need books in hand, order as many as you like.

Print-on-demand

For every retail order

Each copy is printed when a reader orders it and shipped directly to them.

  • No upfront print-run costs
  • No warehousing or unsold stock
  • Your book never goes out of stock
  • Less waste than traditional print runs

Author copies & bulk printing

Whenever you need books in hand

Order printed copies at any time after publication.

  • Copies for launches, signings and events
  • Bulk orders for schools, organisations and gifting
  • Paperback and hardcover options
  • Printing and shipping charged separately
Distribution FAQs

Questions authors often ask

Can't find your answer? Email us at info@inktidepublisher.com and a consultant will reply within one business day.

Where will my book be sold?

Your book is listed on the InkTide Book Store and distributed to major online retailers and eBook platforms, with print-on-demand reach across 150+ countries in paperback, hardcover and eBook formats.

Do I keep the rights to my book?

Yes. You keep 100% of your copyright and full creative control. We distribute your book; we never own your story.

Do I need to buy stock or manage inventory?

No. Print editions are printed on demand, so each copy is produced when a reader orders it. There are no print runs to pay for up front and no stock to store.

Do I need a separate ISBN for each format?

Yes. Paperback, hardcover and eBook editions each need their own ISBN. We handle ISBN allocation and validation for every format as part of the publishing process.

How long does it take for my book to appear in stores?

Your book goes live on the InkTide Book Store once you approve the final files. Retailers and eBook platforms process new listings on their own schedules, so availability can vary by store and country. Your consultant keeps you updated as each listing goes live.

How are royalties calculated and paid?

You earn an author-first share of every sale after printing and distribution costs. Sales are tracked in a live dashboard and royalties are paid out monthly. Try our Royalty Calculator for an estimate.

Can I order printed copies for myself?

Yes. You can order printed copies at any time after publication for launches, events or direct sales. Printing and shipping are charged separately.

Get Started

Ready to reach readers worldwide?

Tell us about your book and a publishing consultant will get back to you within one business day with a distribution plan for your formats and markets.

  • Free manuscript evaluation, no obligation
  • Itemised quote with no hidden fees
  • Your rights stay 100% yours

Book a Free Distribution Consultation

Share a few details and we'll recommend the right formats and channels for your book.

    PDF, DOC, or DOCX — up to 20MB

    Free consultation · Response within one business day