EBook Conversion and Formatting – Book Cover Cafe Support

How much does e-book formatting or conversion cost?

bcc1 — Sun, 28 Feb 2016 12:39:14 +0000

Quotes for e-book formatting and conversion are provided on a per-project basis, because every book is unique and special. To provide an accurate quote and time-frame for completion, we inspect the print typeset file for the total page count and complexity level of the book as a whole. This way, we know exactly what we’ll be working with and allows us to provide accurate information for you.

What files do you provide for eBooks?

bcc1 — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 23:26:36 +0000

Included as part of the eBook conversion service, are two eBook files. One being an general EPUB file, and a second MOBI file for Amazon KINDLE. Both these files pass through a testing and code validation stage so there are no compatibility issues with retailers. Our eBooks are very high quality and look just like the print book in every way technically possible. So your book looks like the real deal and credible to readers, retailers and book buyers.

Will my eBook appear in colour?

bcc1 — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 23:25:34 +0000

This will depend on the device you’re using. Your eBook will be created using all the colour material you provide, such as your cover image and illustrations. Keep in mind, that not all eReader devices display in colour. Devices such as Kindle’s early Kindle models and new Paperwhite devices display in greyscale. New tablet devices such as iPad, Kobo, Nook Colour and Kindle Fire devices will display in full colour.

Do I need a separate ISBN for my eBook?

bcc1 — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 23:24:53 +0000

Yes we recommend you do. EBooks are considered a separate product from your print book and audio book, so it requires a separate product identification number. If you intend to publish to retailers outside of just Amazon Kindle then you’ll need one. It looks more professional too.

Do you distribute or publish eBooks?

bcc1 — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 23:23:31 +0000

No. We are a quality service vendor for publishers and self-published authors, who choose to maintain control and upload their eBook files directly to retailers themselves. This is what we recommend when self-publishing the smart way.

Can you do an eBook conversion for my print book?

bcc1 — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 23:22:48 +0000

In order to maintain quality assurance, we no longer do eBook conversions using third party source files. We find they are generally poorly created or are insufficient file types. We only do print-to-eBook conversions for print books we have typeset.

How do I view my eBook files?

bcc1 — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 23:21:49 +0000

The best way to view your eBook files on your computer is use Amazon’s Kindle for PC/Mac software, free to download and install. Then use this program to open your “.mobi” file.
Download Kindle for PC/Windows here
Download Kindle for MAC here

Can you fix my eBook that I have formatted myself?

bcc1 — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 23:20:26 +0000

At this time we only update and make formatting changes to eBooks that we have professionally formatted. If you are interested in our eBook formatting services please let me know. We are happy to help.

Do you do fixed-layout eBooks?

bcc1 — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 23:19:19 +0000

Yes we do! Fixed-layout eBooks are often used for children’s picture books or educational books. This is a special eBook format that doesn’t re-flow like a novel does when the font size is increased. Instead, fixed-layout eBooks are locked with the content appearing exactly as it’s intended without being affected by the device controls. An example of this would be a picture book that has text inside the imagery or even has audio elements included.