I'm so excited! Extreme Hosting will be available on Amazon.com next week. This is my first book and I self published using CreateSpace.com. This is a fabulous tool and I want other people to know about it! Below is some general information about Create Space. One of my girlfriends set up an account in a matter of minutes. That was earlier this week, I was sitting right next to her and she only had a few questions. It really is that easy...
Simple from the Start
- Inventory Freedom
- Books are printed to meet demand.
- Free Tools
- Tools like Interior Reviewer and Cover Creator allow you to do-it-yourself easily and with great results.
- Professional Services
- Choose from our affordable design, editing, and marketing services.
- Support
- Our dedicated team of professionals is ready to help you throughout the process.
More for You
- Competitive Royalties
- Some of the highest royalties in the industry.
- Affordable Copies
- Low author book prices, regardless of order quantity.
- No Setup Fees
- Our do-it-yourself option for authors removes hurdles, so you can focus on publishing and distributing.
- Library-Quality Books
- Professional trade paperback binding ensures a book to be proud of.
- Free ISBN
- Choose from four ISBN options, including a free CreateSpace-assigned ISBN, when you set up your book.
Expand Your Reach
- Standard Distribution
- Free with your membership so you can make your book available on Amazon.com, Amazon's European websites, and sell from your website through a link to your CreateSpace eStore.
- Expanded Distribution
- Broaden your distribution to online retailers, bookstores, libraries, academic institutions, and distributors within the United States.
Artwork: A Standout Cover Starts Here
Create a cover with our FREE online tool.
Use Cover Creator to design a great-looking custom cover for your book online quickly and easily. Start with one of our professional designs and tailor your artwork using logos, text, and our expansive free image gallery where you can choose from a wide variety of ready-to-use professional photos.Learn more about Cover Creator.
Want to build your own book cover from scratch?
If you prefer to build a cover using graphic design software, please refer to the guidelines below and our helpful cover templates. This option is intended for authors and publishers with extensive knowledge in graphic design and book layout.Follow these submission requirements to create a cover PDF.
Professional Cover Design from CreateSpace
Get a distinctive cover for your book with one of these four comprehensive services. From basic formatting to a custom cover that matches your vision – our options are priced to fit every budget and come with project management and phone support.
Author's Advantage
Get help with layout and formatting while using your own cover image and author photo.
Signature
Work extensively with our design team to incorporate images, textures, fonts, and colors designed into a cohesive, customized cover.Take a look
Illustrated
Consult and interact with our design team to create a unique custom illustration with multiple images, colors, and formatting.
Talk with us about the best services for your title.
Get everyday low prices on Professional Services with CreateSpace.
crowdSPRING
Let 75,000+ designers compete to make your book cover.
Whether you need help with an idea or already have something in mind, crowdSPRING's vast pool of designers will typically deliver 100+ custom concepts for your consideration. So all you have to do is pick the one you like best. Simply:- Post your project.
- Watch designs flood in.
- Choose your favorite.
Learn about your options at crowdSPRING, the trusted crowdsourced design marketplace.
These design services are offered and supported by crowdSPRING. Awards start at $384 (price includes fees).
Interior Options
Free Do-It-Yourself Option
Whether you have a print-ready pdf, or a Word® .doc, docx, or .rtf file, it’s easy to upload your file and get it ready for publishing for free.Interior Reviewer presents your file as an online virtual version of your book. You’ll be able to see formatting issues highlighted visually to find and address formatting issues fast.
Start creating your title
Learn more about Interior Reviewer
Print-ready PDF files created through desktop publishing software offer the most control over the appearance of your book.
Learn how to create a PDF to match our Specifications
Get more free resources for Formatting
Professional Layout and Design
Give your book a professional interior with a layout and design that enhances the overall presentation. From basic style solutions to a customized design that mirrors your vision—our options are priced to fit every budget and come with project management and phone support.
Author’s Advantage Book Interior
Choose from a variety of options to achieve a design layout that reflects the personality and style of your book, including distinctive chapter headings, fonts, and special characters.Learn more
Total Design Freedom Custom Book Interior
Work with our design team to create a distinct presentation with unique formatting, layout, and typography choices. Graphic designers will incorporate your ideas and vision into your book’s interior, giving it a customized look and feel.Learn more
Total Design Freedom Children's Book Interior
Partner with our design team to create a custom interior layout that complements your artwork and captures young imaginations. Distinctive fonts, eye-catching colors, and unique touches will carry story themes throughout your book while engaging readers of all ages.Learn more
Kindle-Ready File Conversion
Broaden your readership. eBooks are widely popular, especially since the launch of the Kindle. This service precisely converts your trade paperback book into an eBook for the Amazon Kindle.Learn more
* Books with complex formatting may require additional fees (e.g. mathematical formulas, tables, and heavy graphics). In rare cases we may be unable to convert your book.
Talk with us about the best services for your title.
Get everyday low prices on Professional Services with CreateSpace.
Our publishing process starts with quality printing
Once ordered, your book will be printed on-demand using the latest digital printing technology available. Your book's interior will be produced in full-color or black and white, depending upon the option you have selected. All book covers are printed in full-color on cover stock and finished with a protective laminate-coating.What you can expect:
- Covers are printed on 10pt stock in full-color and laminated for durability.
- Our books are library-quality.
- Professional trade paperback binding ensures a book to be proud of.
- Books are printed to meet demand, so you benefit from inventory freedom.
Black and White Books
- 60# White or 60# Cream Paper
- Full-color laminated covers
- 11 industry-standard trim sizes
- 2 custom trim sizes or choose your own size
Full-Color Books
- 5 industry-standard trim sizes
- 10 custom trim sizes or choose your own size
- Printed on 60# white paper
- Four-color printing process
Choose a Trim Size
Remember to consider Expanded Distribution channels before selecting a trim size.Learn more about trim size requirements for each Expanded Distribution channel.
Information about industry standard trim sizes for black and white and full color books is included in the tables below.Black and White Books
| Trim Size | White Paper Page Count | Cream Paper Page Count | Industry Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 x 8 inches 12.7 x 20.32 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 |  |
| 5.06 x 7.81 inches 12.9 x 19.8 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | |
| 5.25 x 8 inches 13.335 x 20.32 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | |
| 5.5 x 8.5 inches 13.97 x 21.59 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | |
| 6 x 9 inches 15.24 x 22.86 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | |
| 6.14 x 9.21 inches 15.6 x 23.4 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | |
| 6.69 x 9.61 inches 17 x 24.4 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | |
| 7 x 10 inches 17.78 x 25.4 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | |
| 7.44 x 9.69 inches 18.9 x 24.6 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | |
| 7.5 x 9.25 inches 19.1 x 23.5 centimeters | 24 - 828 | 24 - 740 | |
| 8 x 10 inches 20.32 x 25.4 centimeters | 24 - 440 | 24 - 400 | |
| 8.25 x 6 inches 20.955 x 15.24 centimeters | 24 - 220 | 24 - 200 | |
| 8.25 x 8.25 inches 20.955 x 20.955 centimeters | 24 - 220 | 24 - 200 | |
| 8.5 x 8.5 inches 21.59 x 21.59 centimeters | 24 - 630 | 24 - 570 | |
| 8.5 x 11 inches 21.59 x 27.94 centimeters | 24 - 630 | 24 - 570 | |
Want to create your own custom trim size?
"Enter my own size" trim sizes can be sold on Amazon.com and your eStore, but are ineligible for the Bookstores and Online Retailers channel within Expanded Distribution.
Learn more about trim size requirements for each Expanded Distribution channel.
Full-Color Books
| Trim Size | White Paper Page Count | Industry Standard |
|---|---|---|
| 5 x 8 inches 12.7 x 20.32 centimeters | 24 - 480 | |
| 5.06 x 7.81 inches 12.9 x 19.8 centimeters | 24 - 480 | |
| 5.25 x 8 inches 13.335 x 20.32 centimeters | 24 - 480 | |
| 5.5 x 8.5 inches 13.97 x 21.59 centimeters | 24 - 480 | |
| 6 x 9 inches 15.24 x 22.86 centimeters | 24 - 480 | |
| 6.14 x 9.21 inches 15.6 x 23.4 centimeters | 24 - 480 | |
| 6.69 x 9.61 inches 17 x 24.4 centimeters | 24 - 480 | |
| 7 x 10 inches 17.78 x 25.4 centimeters | 24 - 480 | |
| 7.44 x 9.69 inches 18.9 x 24.6 centimeters | 24 - 480 | |
| 7.5 x 9.25 inches 19.1 x 23.5 centimeters | 24 - 480 | |
| 8 x 10 inches 20.32 x 25.4 centimeters | 24 - 480 | |
| 8.25 x 6 inches 20.955 x 15.24 centimeters | 24 - 212 | |
| 8.25 x 8.25 inches 20.955 x 20.955 centimeters | 24 - 212 | |
| 8.5 x 8.5 inches 21.59 x 21.59 centimeters | 24 - 480 | |
| 8.5 x 11 inches 21.59 x 27.94 centimeters | 24 - 480 | |
Distribution Options
Standard Distribution FREE
Included with your free CreateSpace membership.
Amazon.com
Make your book available to millions of customers on Amazon.com. Customers ordering from Amazon.com can take advantage of FREE Super Saver Shipping, One-Day Shipping, 1-Click® ordering, and Amazon Prime® on eligible orders.
Make your book available to millions of customers on Amazon.com. Customers ordering from Amazon.com can take advantage of FREE Super Saver Shipping, One-Day Shipping, 1-Click® ordering, and Amazon Prime® on eligible orders.
Amazon Europe
Broaden your book's availability on Amazon's European websites including Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.de, Amazon.es, Amazon.fr, Amazon.it. Customers ordering from Amazon's European websites can take advantage of Free Super Saver Shipping, One-Day Shipping, 1-Click® ordering, and Amazon Prime® on eligible orders.
Broaden your book's availability on Amazon's European websites including Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.de, Amazon.es, Amazon.fr, Amazon.it. Customers ordering from Amazon's European websites can take advantage of Free Super Saver Shipping, One-Day Shipping, 1-Click® ordering, and Amazon Prime® on eligible orders.
CreateSpace eStore
Sell your book directly from your eStore. You can customize your eStore to match your own website. We'll handle the cart, credit card processing, and fulfillment of your customer's orders.
Sell your book directly from your eStore. You can customize your eStore to match your own website. We'll handle the cart, credit card processing, and fulfillment of your customer's orders.
eBook for Kindle
Make your book available to more readers through Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP). Simply sign-up for a KDP account and we'll provide everything you need to publish your book on the Amazon Kindle Store.
Make your book available to more readers through Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP). Simply sign-up for a KDP account and we'll provide everything you need to publish your book on the Amazon Kindle Store.
Expanded Distribution
Price: $25.00
These additional sales channels make your book available for order to online retailers, bookstores, libraries, academic institutions, and distributors within the United States.
Bookstores and Online Retailers
Libraries and Academic Institutions
CreateSpace Direct
Learn more about Expanded Distribution
Book Royalties
You earn royalties every time we print a book to fulfill a new customer order placed on Amazon.com, Amazon's European websites, your CreateSpace eStore, or through sales channels offered with Expanded Distribution. Plus, you can set your royalty payment option to local currencies including U.S. dollars (USD), British pounds (GBP), and Euro (EUR).Your royalty is the list price you've designated for your book, minus our share.
| Calculating Your Royalty |
|---|
| List Price (set by you) |
| – Our Share |
| = Your Royalty |
Need more information? Royalty Calculator*
Use the royalty calculator to figure out how much you'll make every time your book is manufactured.
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* Figures generated by this tool are for estimation purposes only. Your actual royalty will be calculated when you set up your book.
Expanded Distribution
Expanded Distribution offers you the opportunity to access a larger audience through more: online retailers, bookstores, libraries, academic institutions, and distributors within the United States.Learn more
Buying Copies of Your Own Book
Orders you place for your title are referred to as "Member Orders." When you order copies of your own book, you pay just the fixed and per-page charges plus shipping and handling. Use our calculators to see your per-book, proof order cost, and shipping and handling costs.A few important notes about Member Orders
- You pay for your books at the time of ordering.
- When you purchase your own titles you do not earn royalties.
- Sales tax may apply to your order.
- Member pricing only applies to orders placed through your account for your own title.
- The cost for a proof copy is the same as the cost for a single book, plus shipping and handling. You are asked to pay this amount when you place your order.
- Member Orders are subject to our Return Policy.
- We print the majority of book orders in our facilities. Additional print facilities may be used to ensure we can deliver your order on time.
- Shipping times do not include the printing of your order. This will be calculated when you place your order.
- Orders are shipped from the continental U.S. For non-U.S. orders, allow additional time for customs processing and delivery to areas outside major cities. Import duties and taxes may be levied upon delivery.
- Priority and Expedited options are not available for U.S. P.O. Boxes.
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Order Shipping Calculator
Shipping Options
* See the rate tables used to calculate shipping and handling.
* Shipping times do not include the printing of your order.
* Shipping times do not include the printing of your order.
