Can you use both KDP and IngramSpark?

Both KDP and IngramSpark require a high resolution PDF file for upload to create your paperback book. While it’s true you can upload word documents, we don’t recommend it. It’s always best practice to provide a PDF for print books. The same interior file can be used for both KDP and IngramSpark.

Does KDP and Barnes and Noble use same ISBN?

ISBNs cannot be reused once they are assigned, so an ISBN cannot be used with your B&N Press print book if it already is assigned to a book that is on sale through wide distribution. Do keep in mind that an ISBN does NOT mean your book is copyrighted.

Can I use IngramSpark and Amazon?

Yes, you can distribute through IngramSpark and Amazon KDP at the same time… as long as you’re not using KDP’s expanded distribution and as long as you pay attention to that note about ebook distribution above and make sure there’s no conflict.

Can I use my Amazon ISBN on IngramSpark?

Distribution: if you purchase your ISBN, you can publish it on other platforms. IngramSpark distributes your book to Amazon, but if you wanted to publish through IngramSpark and Amazon directly, you cannot use either platforms’ free ISBN to upload your book to the other.

Can I use Amazon ISBN on IngramSpark?

IngramSpark distributes your book to Amazon, but if you wanted to publish through IngramSpark and Amazon directly, you cannot use either platforms’ free ISBN to upload your book to the other.

How long does it take to publish on IngramSpark?

The typical turnaround time for file review is 3-5 business days for new titles.

How does IngramSpark work with Amazon?

When you use IngramSpark, you can make your book available to online stores (such as Amazon and BarnesandNoble.com) and to Ingram (the book distributor), which makes your book available to bookstores, libraries, and so on. When bookstores have books that don’t sell, they send them back to the publisher for a refund.