Google Books Partner Program Expands to Canada: Collaboration Now Includes Canadian Publishers and Retailers
Dig it, folks! Google's been cooking up something delicious for bookworms like us. Their swanky Google Books webpage is now live, offering a seamless way to nab ebooks directly from the Google honey pot. And hey, they've opened up the Google Books Partner program too, allowing writers from every corner of the literary universe to submit their own literary gems!
By signing up for their Partner program, you give your work a chance to shine in the online marketplace. Not only that, but your book can even make appearances in other stores, boosting its visibility and sales potential. It caters to publishers of all sizes, but fear not independent scribes, you can join the party too!
To hop on this literary train, Canadian writers can get ready to join the fun in a jiffy. The Partner program expansion to the Great White North is set for a May-end unveiling, providing a warm welcome for our country's publishing powerhouses.
Thinking about submitting your literary masterpiece? Here's a lowdown on the deets:
- Account Time: First, create an account on the Google Play Books Partner Center. This is your command station for uploading and managing your ebooks.
- Compatibility Check: Ensure your ebook is in PDF or EPUB format, as these formats areGoogle Play Books' flavors of the month.
- Follow the Rules: Adhere to Google Play Books' content guidelines to keep your literature game-ready.
- ISBN (Optional, but maybe necessary): An ISBN isn't mandatory for ebook publishing, but you might need one if you plan to distribute your book on channels beyond Google Play Books. Canadian authors can snag free ISBNs through Library and Archives Canada.
Once you've got all that sorted, follow the steps below to see your ebook in the Google Books store:
- Sign Up: Create an account on the Google Play Books Partner Center.
- Upload and Configure: Use the platform to upload your ebook, set pricing, and choose the countries where you'd like your book to be available (Canada's on the list, yo!).
- Publish and Profit: Once you've uploaded and configured your ebook, hit the publish button. Your book will then be available for purchase on Google Play Books, bringing you one step closer to literary fame and fortune!
And hey, if you're an audiobook author too, Google Play Books has you covered! You can now upload your audiobooks directly, so start converting those stories into something listeners can't stop tuning into! Plus, Google Play Books offers a generous 70% royalty rate, providing a lucrative revenue stream for your literary adventures. So, what are you waiting for? Dive into the world of Google Books and let's make literature history together!
Michael Kozlowski, editor-in-chief at Good e-Reader, has been dishing out all things audiobooks and e-readers for the past 15 years. Major publications like the CBC, CNET, Engadget, Huffington Post, and the New York Times have picked up his articles. Michael lives in the heart of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Want to learn more about the Google Books Partnership Program? Click HERE to explore further!
- As a Canadian writer, you can join the Google Books Partner program, allowing your e-books to be distributed across various online stores, which potentially increases their visibility and sales potential.
- With the launch of the Google Books Partner program in Canada, writers can now upload and manage their e-books, including audiobooks, on the Google Play Books Partner Center, earning a 70% royalty rate through digital rights management.
