Book Printing, Publishing and Distribution
Book printing and distribution covers the whole publishing process in one place: editing, cover and layout design, ISBN and barcode, printing, and distribution to bookstores and online book retailers. Once your manuscript is received and agreed, the book is printed in about 30 days and distributed across Türkiye and to online stores in Türkiye and abroad.
The publishing process
- Manuscript: send your Word or PDF file for a free pre-assessment and quote.
- Editing: copy-editing and proofreading.
- Cover and layout: cover design, interior layout and proof.
- ISBN and barcode: ISBN is obtained and printed on the back cover as an EAN-13 barcode; banderole procedures are completed.
- Printing: size, paper, cover and binding of your choice.
- Distribution: bookstores, online retailers and a press release.
Print options
| Option | Common choices |
|---|---|
| Size | 13.5 × 21 cm (fiction, poetry), 16 × 24 cm (non-fiction, textbooks), custom |
| Paper | Cream book paper (60–70 gsm) or white woodfree (70–90 gsm) |
| Cover | 300–350 gsm board, matt or gloss lamination |
| Binding | Perfect binding, sewn, saddle-stitched, hardcover |
| Printing | Digital for short runs, offset for larger runs |
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to print a book?
About 30 days from agreement, including editing, design and printing.
How do I get an ISBN in Türkiye?
The publisher obtains it from the ISBN Türkiye Agency of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism; we handle ISBN and barcode during publishing.
Where will my book be sold?
In bookstores across Türkiye via the distributor, chain stores such as D&R, and online book retailers in Türkiye and abroad.
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