Global Book Distribution Networks
Where Your Book Will Be Read & Purchased
Kingdom Publisher does not lock you into a walled garden. We synchronize your title across every major retail distributor, brick-and-mortar bookstore catalog, public library database, and digital reader ecosystem globally.
Worldwide Author Distribution Network:Your titles seamlessly released across 40,000+ retail storefronts & digital apps
Amazon KDP & Kindle#1 Retailer
Global Print & eBookBarnes & Noble600+ Stores
Retail Superstores & NOOKIngramSpark40k+ Outlets
Global Wholesale DistributionWalmart.comNational Reach
Mass Retail & OnlineEtsy BookshopsBoutique Sales
Signed Author & Collector EditionsGoodreads125M Readers
Book Discovery & Author ReviewsApple Books50+ Countries
iOS & iPad Global ReadersAudible & ACXTop Audio App
Premier Audiobook NetworkRakuten KoboEurope & Asia
International Digital ReadingTarget.comCommercial Placement
Bestseller Curated RetailAmazon KDP & Kindle#1 Retailer
Global Print & eBookBarnes & Noble600+ Stores
Retail Superstores & NOOKIngramSpark40k+ Outlets
Global Wholesale DistributionWalmart.comNational Reach
Mass Retail & OnlineEtsy BookshopsBoutique Sales
Signed Author & Collector EditionsGoodreads125M Readers
Book Discovery & Author ReviewsApple Books50+ Countries
iOS & iPad Global ReadersAudible & ACXTop Audio App
Premier Audiobook NetworkRakuten KoboEurope & Asia
International Digital ReadingTarget.comCommercial Placement
Bestseller Curated Retail40,000+
Physical & Online Bookstores100%
Direct Author Royalty Payouts195
Countries & Territories65,000+
Public & University LibrariesWorld's #1 Book Retailer80%+ of Global eBook & 50%+ of Print
Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)
Direct Retail & Print-on-DemandDirect Author Account (100% Owned by You)
Speed to Market: Live within 24 to 72 hours across all Amazon regional storefronts upon final proof approval.
The undisputed titan of modern publishing. Reaching over 310 million active Amazon shoppers with 1-Click ordering, Prime Free 2-Day Shipping on print copies, and Kindle Unlimited page reads.
Direct Author Royalty Payout:
Up to 70% on eBooks, 60% on Print (less print cost)
Schedule: Monthly direct deposit (approx. 60 days after month close)
Royalty Calculation Formula: eBook ($2.99–$9.99): List Price × 70% − small delivery fee. Print: (List Price × 60%) − Printing Unit Cost = Net Author Payout.
Kindle Unlimited (KU) algorithmic boost and global KDP Select fund payouts
Look Inside! interactive preview feature to convert browsing shoppers into buyers
High-converting Amazon A+ Content modules and Editorial Review placement
Global print-on-demand fulfillment across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific
In-Depth Technical & Production Specifications
Trim Sizes
5 x 8 in5.25 x 8 in5.5 x 8.5 in6 x 9 in (Industry Standard)7 x 10 in8.5 x 11 in
Binding & Finishes
Velvet Matte Soft-TouchHigh-Gloss LaminateCasebound Hardcover (Color Matte & Gloss)
Interior Stock
50# White Paper (Text & Non-Fiction)50# Cream Paper (Novels & Memoirs)70# Premium Color Gloss
ISBN Ownership
Dedicated 100% Author-Owned Bowker ISBN assigned by Kingdom Publisher. You retain copyright and publishing imprint ownership.
Bestseller Launch Advantage:Synchronized launch strategy targeting 3 niche Amazon subcategories to secure the coveted #1 Amazon Best Seller orange banner.
Key Global Distribution Storefronts & Geographies:
United States (Amazon.com)United Kingdom (Amazon.co.uk)Germany (Amazon.de)France (Amazon.fr)Japan (Amazon.co.jp)Canada (Amazon.ca)Australia (Amazon.com.au)ItalySpainNetherlandsPolandSwedenIndiaBrazilMexico
Supported Media Formats:
Include in Custom PlanKindle eBookPaperback (Print on Demand)Hardcover (Casebound)
Gateway to 40,000+ Bookstores & LibrariesPremier Global Wholesale Book Distributor
IngramSpark Global Network
Wholesale & Physical Retail DistributionGlobal Wholesale Distribution Imprint
Speed to Market: Indexed in wholesale databases within 3–5 business days; physical print copies orderable globally immediately.
If you want your book on physical shelves at independent bookstores, university libraries, Hudson News airport shops, and international distributors, IngramSpark is the essential wholesale engine. Traditional bookstores do not order from Amazon; they order exclusively through Ingram.
Direct Author Royalty Payout:
Wholesale List Price minus retailer discount (40%-55%) and print cost (typical author net: 40-50%)
Schedule: Monthly electronic transfer (approx. 90 days after month close)
Royalty Calculation Formula: List Price − Retailer Discount (30% to 55%) − Print Unit Cost = Net Wholesale Royalty directly to your account.
Listing in the definitive Ingram Book Catalog consulted weekly by professional book buyers and librarians
Museum-grade hardcover production with cloth bindings, gold/silver foil stamping, and dust jackets
Configurable bookstore wholesale returns processing to unlock physical bookstore consignment stocking
Direct feed into Baker & Taylor, Follett higher education, and Brodart library distributors
In-Depth Technical & Production Specifications
Trim Sizes
5 x 8 in5.5 x 8.5 in6 x 9 in6.14 x 9.21 in7 x 10 in8.5 x 8.5 in (Square)8.5 x 11 in
Binding & Finishes
Cloth Bound with Dust JacketFoil Stamping & EmbossingMatte LaminationGloss FinishCase Laminate
Interior Stock
50# Groundwood (B&W)50# White & 50# Crème70# Ultra-Premium Color (Photo Books & Art)
ISBN Ownership
Separate unique ISBN-13 assigned per format (Hardcover, Paperback, eBook) to ensure precise inventory tracking worldwide.
Bestseller Launch Advantage:Qualifies your book for regional IndieBound best seller lists and allows local bookstores to fulfill in-person signing orders.
Key Global Distribution Storefronts & Geographies:
United States (Ingram Book Company)United Kingdom (Ingram Content Group UK)Australia (Lightning Source AU)Europe (Germany, France)Over 190 participating countries
Supported Media Formats:
Include in Custom PlanHardcover (Foil, Dust Jacket, Matte)Paperback (Standard & Premium)Global EPUB eBook
Largest Retail Bookstore Chain in the USTop 3 US Book Marketplace & 600+ Superstores
Barnes & Noble Press
Retail Chain & NOOK Digital EcosystemDirect Retail & In-Store Placement
Speed to Market: Published to BN.com and NOOK store within 24 to 48 hours of file submission.
Barnes & Noble represents classic American bookstore prestige. Publishing directly to B&N Press guarantees high-margin NOOK sales, catalog inclusion on BN.com, and positions your book for local bookstore signing events and in-store author spotlights.
Direct Author Royalty Payout:
70% on eBooks ($0.99 to $199.99), 55% on Print (less print cost)
Schedule: Monthly direct deposit (30 days after month close)
Royalty Calculation Formula: NOOK eBook: Flat 70% of list price. Print: 55% of List Price − Print Unit Cost = Net Royalty payout.
Direct catalog placement on BN.com and seamless synchronization to NOOK tablet readers
Eligible for B&N Local Author Consignment Programs and scheduled in-store book signings
Premium paper stock options and rich color printing suitable for illustrated and gift editions
Promotional consideration for B&N's curated 'Reads of the Month' and genre newsletters
In-Depth Technical & Production Specifications
Trim Sizes
5 x 8 in5.25 x 8 in5.5 x 8.5 in6 x 9 in7 x 10 in8 x 10 in8.5 x 11 in
Binding & Finishes
Dust Jacketed HardcoverCasebound HardcoverPremium Softcover (Matte & Gloss)
Interior Stock
50# Crème (Fiction)50# White (Non-Fiction)70# Premium Color Coated
ISBN Ownership
Standard Bowker ISBN-13 provided by Kingdom Publisher with registered BISAC subject categories.
Bestseller Launch Advantage:Direct eligibility for BN.com Top 100 Bestseller charts and regional store author showcase shelving.
Key Global Distribution Storefronts & Geographies:
United States (600+ physical stores & BN.com)NOOK international digital app readers
Supported Media Formats:
Include in Custom PlanNOOK eBookPaperbackHardcover (Jacketed & Casebound)
Pre-installed on 2+ Billion Apple DevicesSecond Largest Global eBook Platform
Apple Books
High-End Mobile & Tablet ReadersDirect Apple Author Connect
Speed to Market: Live in Apple Books app across 51 countries within 24 hours of release validation.
Reaching an affluent demographic of readers who purchase spontaneously on their iPhones and iPads. Apple Books offers beautiful typographic rendering, zero pricing exclusivity penalties, and frictionless 1-touch Apple Pay purchasing.
Direct Author Royalty Payout:
Flat 70% Royalty across ALL price points ($0.99 to $99.99)
Schedule: Monthly via direct bank deposit (approx. 45 days after month close)
Royalty Calculation Formula: Flat 70% of customer price in local currency, with zero transmission or delivery fees deducted.
Flat 70% royalty regardless of book price (unlike Amazon's 35% penalty tier below $2.99)
Zero exclusivity lock-in; sell simultaneously on Amazon, B&N, and Kobo without limitation
Native Apple Pay integration for instantaneous 1-touch mobile reader checkouts
Curated editorial features and 'Staff Favorites' spotlights in the Apple Books app
In-Depth Technical & Production Specifications
Trim Sizes
Reflowable EPUB 3.3Fixed-Layout EPUB (for Illustrated Books)Digital Audiobooks
Binding & Finishes
Ultra-High Resolution RGB Digital Master Cover (1400x1873px to 3000x4000px)
Interior Stock
High-DPI Retina Screen Typography & Crisp Vector SVG Embedding
ISBN Ownership
Standard ISBN-13 registered with Bowker and mapped to Apple's global digital catalog.
Bestseller Launch Advantage:Eligible for prominent Apple Books 'Trending Books', 'New & Noteworthy', and genre-specific editorial promotions.
Key Global Distribution Storefronts & Geographies:
United StatesUnited KingdomCanadaAustraliaEuropean Union (27 countries)JapanLatin AmericaSoutheast Asia
Supported Media Formats:
Include in Custom PlanApple EPUB eBookApple Audiobook (Direct)
3 Billion Active Android EcosystemDominant Android, Chromebook & Mobile Base
Google Play Books
Search-Integrated Global Digital ReadingGoogle Partner Center Imprint
Speed to Market: Indexed and available for purchase within 12 to 24 hours of account publication.
Tap into the world's largest mobile operating system. Google Play integrates directly with Google Search results, allowing prospective readers searching for your book's topic to discover, preview, and purchase your title with Google Pay immediately.
Direct Author Royalty Payout:
70% Royalty in participating regions with zero delivery deductions
Schedule: Monthly automatic payout (15th of each month for previous month)
Royalty Calculation Formula: Flat 70% of list price for sales in major countries, converted automatically into your local deposit currency.
Unmatched search engine synergy directly within organic Google Search queries and Google Assistant
Integrated smart audio playback with automatic voice enhancement and synchronized translation tools
Rapid mobile checkout via Google Wallet, Google Pay, and carrier billing in emerging markets
Vast international presence across expanding Latin American, European, and Asian book markets
In-Depth Technical & Production Specifications
Trim Sizes
EPUB 3 formatEnhanced PDF with vector font embeddingM4B / MP3 Audio
Binding & Finishes
High-res Digital Front Cover (minimum 2560 pixels on the long edge)
Interior Stock
Synchronized Night Mode, Sepia, and Fluid Typography rendering on Android AMOLED screens
ISBN Ownership
Dedicated eBook ISBN assigned with global distribution rights.
Bestseller Launch Advantage:Google Knowledge Graph indexing: your author profile and book title appear as rich cards directly on Google Search.
Key Global Distribution Storefronts & Geographies:
75+ countries across North America, Latin America, Europe, Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and Africa
Supported Media Formats:
Include in Custom PlanGoogle Play eBook (EPUB & PDF)Google Play Audiobook
International Leader & Walmart PartnerDominant in Canada, Australia, France, Japan
Rakuten Kobo Writing Life
Global eReader & Subscription EcosystemDirect Global Author Portal
Speed to Market: Live across Kobo e-readers and mobile apps in 24 hours.
Kobo is beloved by passionate international bookworms and dedicated e-reader hardware owners. Its subscription service, Kobo Plus, unlocks sustained recurring revenue streams across Canada, Western Europe, and Australasia with zero exclusivity mandates.
Direct Author Royalty Payout:
70% on eBooks ($2.99+), 45% below; per-page payout for Kobo Plus reads
Schedule: Monthly direct deposit (approx. 45 days after month close)
Royalty Calculation Formula: 70% for titles priced at or above $2.99 USD. Kobo Plus subscription pool pays per minute / page read.
Exclusive syndication with the official Walmart.com eBook & Audiobook portal in the United States
Kobo Plus subscription revenue per page read without requiring exclusivity from Amazon or other retailers
Massive retail presence through Indigo bookstores in Canada, FNAC in France, and Mondadori in Italy
Direct author dashboard promotional nomination tool for curated VIP newsletters and seasonal sales
In-Depth Technical & Production Specifications
Trim Sizes
Reflowable EPUB3KEPUB (Kobo Enhanced EPUB)Audiobook MP3/M4B
Binding & Finishes
Optimized for E-Ink high-contrast grayscale rendering as well as vibrant mobile app displays
Interior Stock
Clean semantic HTML5 structure with custom drop caps and footnote pop-ups
ISBN Ownership
ISBN provided by Kingdom Publisher or free Kobo catalog identification number.
Bestseller Launch Advantage:Exclusive access to Walmart.com customer recommendations and Indigo.ca Canadian best seller lists.
Key Global Distribution Storefronts & Geographies:
Canada (Market Leader)AustraliaNew ZealandUnited KingdomFrance (via FNAC)Italy (via Mondadori)Netherlands (via Bol.com)Japan (via Rakuten)190+ countries
Supported Media Formats:
Include in Custom PlanKobo eBook (EPUB3 & KEPUB)Kobo AudiobookKobo Plus Subscription
The Global Titan in Audiobooks70%+ of Global Audiobook Listening Hours
Audible ACX (Amazon & iTunes Audio)
Spoken Word & Audiobook SyndicationAudible Creation Exchange (ACX)
Speed to Market: Passed through rigorous ACX audio quality control in 10 to 14 business days.
The gold standard for spoken narrative. Audiobooks produced by Kingdom Publisher are recorded by SAG-AFTRA professional voice artists and mastered to strict ACX RMS decibel tolerances, ensuring instant acceptance and worldwide syndication on Audible, Amazon, and Apple iTunes.
Direct Author Royalty Payout:
40% Royalty (Exclusive Distribution) or 25% Royalty (Non-Exclusive across Apple & Audiobooks.com)
Schedule: Monthly royalty statement and direct deposit (approx. 30 days after month close)
Royalty Calculation Formula: 40% of net retail sales for exclusive distribution; 25% for non-exclusive multi-channel release.
Whispersync for Voice integration synchronizing Kindle reading progress with audio playback
Audible membership credit redemption engine allowing author payout on high-value member subscriptions
Worldwide syndication across Audible US, UK, Germany, France, Japan, Australia, and Italy
Complimentary promotional listener promo codes (up to 50 codes) for VIP book reviewers and fans
In-Depth Technical & Production Specifications
Trim Sizes
192 kbps Constant Bit Rate MP3, 44.1 kHz, 16-bit stereo master files
Binding & Finishes
Square 1:1 High-Res Artwork (3000 x 3000 pixels at 300 DPI, RGB color)
Interior Stock
Individual chapter audio files mastered to -23dB to -18dB RMS with a -3dB peak ceiling
ISBN Ownership
Dedicated Audiobook ISBN provided and registered with Bowker.
Bestseller Launch Advantage:Audible Daily Deal and category chart placement driving massive audiobook download surges.
Key Global Distribution Storefronts & Geographies:
Audible.com (US)Audible.co.uk (UK)Audible.de (Germany)Audible.fr (France)Audible.com.au (Australia)Audible.co.jp (Japan)Audible.ca (Canada)Apple iTunes Audio worldwide
Supported Media Formats:
Include in Custom PlanDigital Audiobook (Studio Mastered to ACX Quality Standards)
95% of US & UK Public LibrariesPremier Global Institutional Library Engine
OverDrive, Libby & Global Library Networks
Library & Educational DistributionInstitutional Wholesale & Library Licensing
Speed to Market: Available in institutional procurement catalogs within 1–2 weeks of release.
A massively lucrative, often overlooked revenue stream. Public libraries and universities don't buy books through Amazon retail; they purchase digital lending licenses via OverDrive, Libby, Baker & Taylor, and BorrowBox at premium institutional pricing, allowing patrons to read while paying you consistent licensing royalties.
Direct Author Royalty Payout:
High-Margin Institutional Payout (typically 2x–3x retail consumer price per library license)
Schedule: Quarterly or monthly electronic disbursement depending on wholesale aggregator
Royalty Calculation Formula: Institutional license price (set by author/publisher at 2x–3x consumer price) minus wholesale platform discount.
Direct catalog listing inside the Libby reading app used by over 60 million active library cardholders
Premium institutional lending pricing: authors can charge libraries $20–$60 per multi-checkout license
Integration with Baker & Taylor's Axis 360, Bibliotheca cloudLibrary, and BorrowBox (UK/AU)
Zero author return risk: once a library acquires a lending license, the revenue is 100% guaranteed
In-Depth Technical & Production Specifications
Trim Sizes
EPUB 3.3 library-certifiedOverDrive Read web browser formatMP3 64-128kbps Library Audio
Binding & Finishes
High-contrast digital thumbnail formatting optimized for library catalog carousels
Interior Stock
Standardized accessibility compliance (WCAG 2.1 AA) for visually impaired and dyslexic library patrons
ISBN Ownership
Separate unique ISBN registered for institutional digital licensing.
Bestseller Launch Advantage:Generates immense community word-of-mouth and reader reviews from avid library book club members.
Key Global Distribution Storefronts & Geographies:
United States (95% of public libraries)United KingdomCanadaAustraliaNew ZealandOver 84 participating countries
Supported Media Formats:
Include in Custom PlanLibrary EPUB eBookLibrary Digital AudiobookPerpetual & Metered Access
America's Largest Retail Titan120M+ Monthly Shoppers & 4,600+ US Stores
Walmart.com & Retail Network
Mass Retail & Wholesale SyndicationWholesale Syndication & Digital Retail Partner
Speed to Market: Live and orderable on Walmart.com within 5–7 business days of global wholesale activation.
Walmart is one of the highest-volume mass-market retailers in the world. Through Kingdom Publisher's global wholesale integration, your paperback and hardcover titles are automatically indexed and available for purchase on Walmart.com with 2-day delivery, while digital editions sync directly to the Walmart eBooks store.
Direct Author Royalty Payout:
40%–55% Wholesale net on Print, 70% on digital eBooks/audio
Schedule: Monthly electronic disbursement via wholesale distributor
Royalty Calculation Formula: Print: List Price − Retail Discount (40% to 55%) − Print Unit Cost = Net Author Payout. eBooks: 70% of list price via Kobo partner channel.
Automatic physical book catalog synchronization via Ingram Wholesale integration
Digital eBook and audiobook distribution via the official Walmart eBooks & Audio partnership with Kobo
Eligible for Walmart.com Free 2-Day Shipping and Walmart+ member home delivery
Massive reach into everyday American households and mass-market non-fiction/fiction readers
In-Depth Technical & Production Specifications
Trim Sizes
5 x 8 in5.5 x 8.5 in6 x 9 in (Standard)7 x 10 in8.5 x 11 in
Binding & Finishes
High-Gloss Protective LaminateVelvet Soft-Touch MatteCasebound Hardcover
Interior Stock
50# White Paper (Standard)50# Cream Paper (Novels)70# Color Coated
ISBN Ownership
Standard Bowker ISBN-13 registered with Kingdom Publisher wholesale catalog.
Bestseller Launch Advantage:Massive SEO indexing on Google and Walmart.com search bar suggestions for your book title and genre.
Key Global Distribution Storefronts & Geographies:
United States (Walmart.com & retail network)Canada (Walmart.ca)
Supported Media Formats:
Include in Custom PlanPaperback (via Ingram Wholesale)Hardcover (Casebound)Walmart eBooks & Audio (via Kobo)
High-Margin Author D2C Channel90M+ Active Creative Buyers
Etsy Direct-to-Consumer & Author Boutiques
Direct-to-Consumer & Special EditionsAuthor-Owned Direct Storefront (D2C)
Speed to Market: Instant author boutique setup; publish listings and start taking orders within hours.
The crown jewel for author direct sales. While standard retail stores yield only $2–$4 per book in royalties, an author selling signed hardcovers, personalized gift editions, companion journals, and merchandise bundles on Etsy routinely captures $20–$35+ net profit per book while cultivating a devoted direct reader following.
Direct Author Royalty Payout:
85%–92% Profit Margin (Author retains full retail price minus ~6.5% Etsy transaction fee)
Schedule: Daily, weekly, or bi-weekly direct deposit straight to your bank account
Royalty Calculation Formula: Retail List Price (e.g. $35.00) − Author Print Cost ($5.20) − Etsy Fee (6.5% + $0.20) = ~$27.32 Net Profit per copy (over 78% net margin).
Industry-leading 85%+ net margins: order author copies at wholesale print cost and sell at full luxury price
Ideal platform for personalized inscriptions, signed bookplates, bookmarks, and collector swag boxes
Immediate digital delivery for companion study guides, reflection journals, and workbook PDFs
Full ownership of customer relationship and reader mailing list connections without platform middleman locks
In-Depth Technical & Production Specifications
Trim Sizes
Any format: 5.5 x 8.5 in, 6 x 9 in, 8.5 x 8.5 in square, Deluxe Foil Hardcovers
Binding & Finishes
Cloth Hardcover with Foil StampingSprayed Edge Special EditionsDust Jacketed HardcoverEmbossed Covers
Interior Stock
Heavyweight 60# or 70# Art PaperGuided Journal Lined PagesColor Illustrations
ISBN Ownership
Uses the same official Bowker ISBN-13 assigned to your print edition; no new ISBN required.
Bestseller Launch Advantage:Direct 5-star verified buyer photo reviews and high repeat purchase rates for author series.
Key Global Distribution Storefronts & Geographies:
Global shipping: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, European Union, and worldwide
Supported Media Formats:
Include in Custom PlanSigned Author CopiesDeluxe Hardcover Collector SetsCompanion Workbooks & Digital PDFsSprayed-Edge Editions
Essential Author Knowledge
The IngramSpark Physical Bookstore Advantage
Many authors mistakenly believe that publishing only on Amazon is sufficient. However, independent brick-and-mortar bookstores, airport retailers (Hudson News, WHSmith), university bookstores, and public libraries do not order books from Amazon. They order exclusively through wholesale catalogs like IngramSpark and Baker & Taylor.
Kingdom Publisher configures your books with international returnability settings and standard wholesale discounts (30% to 55%), ensuring that any reader can walk into their local neighborhood bookstore and order your book by title, author name, or ISBN.