List of self-publishing companies

Self-publishing is the publication of media (e.g. books, music, art) by its author at their own cost, without the involvement of a publisher. However, the author may engage professionals or companies to assist with various aspects of publication, distribution or marketing. This page lists the best-known of such companies. It is not an exhaustive list.

Assisted self-publishing

Assisted self-publishing companies offer services such as editing, proof-reading, cover design, formatting, printing, marketing and promotion. They may offer these services separately or as a package. They do not take any rights from the author and the author retains total control of the work and decisions relating to it.

  • Blurb, Inc.
  • CreateSpace
  • Darkside communication group
  • DiggyPOD
  • FastPencil
  • FriesenPress
  • Greyden Press
  • Lightning Source
  • Llumina Press
  • Lulu
  • Notion Press
  • Self Publish, Be Happy
  • Wattpad

Self-publishing e-book platforms

  • Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing
  • Apple's App Store (iOS)
  • Barnes & Noble
  • Blurb, Inc.
  • Kobo Writing Life
  • Lulu
  • Powell's Books
  • Scribd
  • Smashwords
  • Wattpad

E-book digital distribution platforms

Discontinued

Print on demand books

Self-printing products and custom merchandise

See also

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