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Traditional Bookstore

Barnes & Noble Press

Reach millions of readers through America's largest bookstore chain. Publish both print and digital books with competitive royalties and bookstore presence.

Why Choose Barnes & Noble Press
Unique advantages of publishing with B&N

Physical Bookstore Presence

Your books can be discovered in 600+ B&N stores nationwide

NOOK Platform

Access to dedicated NOOK ebook readers and apps

Competitive Royalties

Up to 65% for ebooks, 55% for print books

Traditional Audience

Reach readers who prefer traditional bookstore shopping

Professional Recognition

B&N association adds credibility to your author brand

Fast Publication

Books typically live within 72 hours

Publishing Options
Multiple formats and distribution channels

NOOK eBooks

Digital books for NOOK devices and apps

• ePub format • DRM protection • Global reach • 65% royalty rate

Print Books

Physical books for store shelves

• Print-on-demand • Multiple sizes • Quality paper • Store placement potential

Store Distribution

Physical bookstore placement

• 600+ B&N stores • Customer browsing • Staff recommendations • Local events
Publishing Requirements
Technical specifications for your books

eBook Requirements

File Format:ePub 2.0 or 3.0
Max File Size:650 MB
DRM:Available (optional)
ISBN:Free B&N ISBN provided
Price Range:$0.99 - $199.99
Royalty Rate:Up to 65%

Print Book Requirements

File Format:PDF (print-ready)
Book Sizes:5" x 8", 6" x 9", 8.5" x 11"
Page Count:24-740 pages
Resolution:300 DPI minimum
Color:B&W interior, color covers
Royalty Rate:Up to 55%
Publishing Process
Step-by-step guide to publishing with Barnes & Noble Press
1

Create Account

Sign up for Barnes & Noble Press account with your author information

2

Upload Content

Upload your manuscript, cover design, and complete book metadata

3

Review & Approve

Preview your book and approve the final version for publication

4

Go Live

Your book goes live on BN.com and NOOK within 24-72 hours

Store Placement Consideration

While all books are available online, physical store placement is determined by B&N's merchandising team based on sales performance, local interest, and seasonal factors. Books with strong online sales have better chances of physical placement.

Royalty Structure
Competitive rates with transparent pricing

eBook Royalties

$0.99 - $2.9825%
$2.99 - $9.9965%
$10.00+25%

Print Book Royalties

55%
of net receipts
(List price minus printing cost)

Example: 6" x 9", 200 pages

• List Price: $12.99
• Printing Cost: ~$4.20
• Net Receipt: $8.79
• Your Royalty: ~$4.83

Perfect for authors who want traditional bookstore credibility and the chance for physical store placement alongside digital distribution.