For example, titles must have a CreateSpace ISBN (available at no charge) to be distributed to libraries and academic institutions.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Titles also need to meet some physical specifications in order to be distributed to online retailers and bookstores. The reasons for ineligibility are provided alongside the distribution channels in your Member Account.<\/p>\n
CreateSpace distributes through the aforementioned sales channels.<\/p>\n
However, CreateSpace does not hold rights over your content.<\/p>\n
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Whose name is this “no charge” ISBN under? Does it belong to CreateSpace or will it be bought under the authors name?<\/p>\n
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\u201cTitles must have a CreateSpace ISBN (available at\u00a0no charge) to be distributed to libraries and academic institutions,\u201d means,<\/p>\n
the ISBN will belong to CreateSpace. You will only be able to publish the title through CreateSpace, with the assigned ISBN.<\/p>\n
To publish elsewhere you would need to get a new ISBN for the title.<\/p>\n
CreateSpace will also be listed as the Imprint for the title, but this will not appear in print on the book.<\/p>\n
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This non-exclusive agreement means that as the copyright holder, you are free to pursue any other distribution channel you see fit.<\/p>\n
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Question 3<\/p>\n
Since I\u2019m a Canadian residing in Canada, will the listing be in Amazon.com only or in amazon.ca as well?<\/p>\n
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Fact:<\/p>\n
CS does not currently distribute to Amazon.ca.<\/p>\n
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\u201cWe welcome future opportunities for new international marketplaces helping you reach more customers worldwide.<\/p>\n
We offer an option to enroll eligible titles in the Expanded Distribution Channel at no cost.\u00a0 Enrolling can allow your book to appear on Amazon.ca or on any of the other sites not directly supported through us at the moment. The availability of your books on these sites is at the discretion of retailers who purchase your books through the Expanded Distribution Channel. Once you have successfully enrolled your title in Expanded Distribution, it may take up to six to eight weeks for your title to begin populating in the distribution channels you have selected.<\/p>\n
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However, we cannot guarantee your book will appear on Amazon.ca.\u201d<\/p>\n
This particular representative was discreet enough not to mention the Canada Heritage Act as the culprit.<\/p>\n
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Question 4<\/p>\n
Since I have an Amazon.ca account can I also sell my book through my website? I already have a book listed on Amazon.ca.<\/p>\n
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Fact:<\/p>\n
You are more than welcome to sell your book yourself through the Amazon.ca website.<\/p>\n
You own the rights to your content so you are welcome to do so. This is the reason I recommend CS to anyone.<\/p>\n
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Question 5<\/p>\n
Are there any distribution restrictions on my part?<\/p>\n
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Fact:<\/p>\n
You are welcome to take advantage of other distribution channels outside of CreateSpace. CS tries to offer a variety of channels to make the distribution process as efficient as possible for you. However, if you find other channels that they do not currently offer, then they do not want to hinder you from reaching your readers. Which also means you can sell your book through your website.<\/p>\n
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Question 6<\/p>\n
How do I get my books into Canada?<\/p>\n
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Fact:<\/p>\n
Their carrier is often UPS, but not always. DHL is also used. CS bases their choice of shipping carrier on shipping speed, destination, and options available at the time when they manufacture, box, and create a shipping label for your order.<\/p>\n
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When placing an order, you will have the option to select from three different shipping speeds: Standard, Expedited, or Priority. While they are not able to select a specific carrier when you place the order, they are committed to sending your order with a carrier that will meet or beat the Estimated Delivery Date for your order. You can always specify or ask for a particular carrier. It’s worth the try.<\/p>\n
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Canadians beware of brokerage fees.<\/p>\n
Note that customs, import duties, taxes or brokerage fees may be levied once the package reaches the destination country. In this case Canada. Additional charges for customs clearance are the recipient\u2019s responsibility. CS has no control over these charges and cannot predict what they might be. This is the reason why these charges are not mentioned to the buyer in most cases.<\/p>\n
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Poignantly, publishing with CreateSpace is neither straightforward nor easy for the Canadian author or his\/her readers. My advice to Canadian authors wishing to publish with CS is to weight in all the pros and cons. Do your research meticulously when it comes to getting that book to your readers. Do not let shipping and the cost become a deterrent to your buyer. If you are serious about selling your books and it\u2019s not just a hobby, by all means make it easy for your readers to access your books.<\/p>\n
My first choice was to print with CreateSpace until discovered the restrictions placed by the Heritage Act on importing media into Canada. My readers are important to me. I would make my books available to them easily any way I can.<\/p>\n
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I hope this posting helps answer some questions regarding printing and publishing with CreateSpace especially as a Canadian trying to make it into the industry.<\/p>\n
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