ISBNs are linked to essential information allowing book-sellers, and readers, to know what book they are buying, what the book is about, and who the author is.

The barcode is included in our cover design, but you must provide the ISBN to us. We can handle the ISBN purchase for a fee, but it's too easy and you can do it yourself by going to: www.myidentifiers.com.

You have the option to purchase one or ten numbers. Unless you only intend to do one book in your life, then purchase 10.

Why should you buy an ISBN?

ISBNs are linked to essential information allowing book-sellers, and readers, to know what book they are buying, what the book is about, and who the author is.

1. ISBNs are the global standard for identifying titles ISBNs are used worldwide as a unique identifier for books. They are used to simplify the distribution and purchase of books throughout the global supply chain.
    

2. Most retailers require ISBNs to track book inventory Without an ISBN, you will not be found in most bookstores, either online or down the street from your house. Buying an ISBN is your first step to insure that your book is not lost in the wilderness.
    

3. Buying an ISBN improves the chances your book will be found Buying your ISBNs and registering your titles on My Identifiers, insures information about your book will be stored in our Books In Print database. This opens up a world of possibilities that your book is listed with many retailers, libraries, Bowker Books In Print, Bookwire, as well as online services like Google Books, Apple’s iBooks, Chegg, and the New York Times.