Getting Started with Eubooks

Eubooks Publishers is a self-publishing platform designed to give authors control, transparency, and professional publishing support—without unnecessary complexity.

Whether you are publishing your first book or your tenth, our process is straightforward:

1. Submit your manuscript

2. Choose your publishing and distribution options

3. Approve final files

4. Publish and track your book

You retain ownership of your work at all times. Eubooks acts as your publishing partner, not the owner of your content. 

Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

To ensure smooth publishing and high-quality output, manuscripts submitted to Eubooks must meet basic formatting standards.

General guidelines:

• Manuscript should be final, edited, and proofread

• File formats accepted: DOC / DOCX

• Use a standard font

  • Garamond

  • Times New Roman

  • Minion Pro

  • Palatino

  • Georgia

  • Book Antiqua

• Font size: 12 pt

• Line spacing: 1.15 or 1.5

• Page size: A4

• Clear chapter breaks

• No headers, footers, or page numbers unless advised

For poetry, illustrated books, or special layouts, formatting requirements may vary and will be shared separately.

Note: Editing and formatting services can be availed separately if required. 

Book Formats We Support

Eubooks supports multiple publishing formats to suit different author goals and reader preferences.

Currently supported formats:

• Paperback (Print-on-Demand)

• Hardcover (Select specifications)

• eBook (Compatible to all the platforms)

Each format has its own pricing, royalty structure, and distribution reach. Authors may choose one or multiple formats for the same title.

ISBN & Copyright

ISBN

An ISBN (International Standard Book Number) is required for global distribution.

At Eubooks:

• You may use your own ISBN, or

• Opt for an Eubooks-provided ISBN

If Eubooks provides the ISBN, Eubooks will be listed as the publisher of record for distribution purposes only.

Copyright

Copyright always remains 100% with the author.

Eubooks does not claim ownership of:

• Manuscript

• Cover design commissioned by the author

• Intellectual property or derivative rights

(until and unless written in the contract)

Printing & Distribution

Eubooks operates on a Print-on-Demand (POD) model. Books are printed only when an order is placed, eliminating inventory risk for authors.

Distribution channels may include:

• Major Indian online bookstores

• International marketplaces (where applicable)

• Direct author orders

Availability varies by format, region, and platform policies. Distribution reach will be clearly communicated before publication.

Pricing & Royalties

Authors have control over the selling price of their books, within minimum pricing limits dictated by printing and distribution costs.

Royalties:

• Calculated as:

  Selling Price – Printing Cost – Platform Fees

• Royalties are transparent and documented

• No hidden deductions

• Click here to calculate the printing cost.

Royalty percentages may vary by:

• Book format

• Distribution channel

• Geography

Payments & Timelines

Royalty payments are processed on a scheduled payout cycle.

General payment terms:

• Royalties are calculated after confirmed sales

• Payments are made after the applicable return and settlement period

• Payment methods: Bank transfer (India)

Detailed timelines and thresholds will be shared in the author agreement.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Authors often delay or complicate publishing by making avoidable errors:

• Submitting unedited manuscripts

• Ignoring formatting guidelines

• Unrealistic pricing expectations

• Expecting automatic sales without marketing

• Frequent changes after approval

Understanding the process early helps save time, cost, and frustration.

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