How ISBN Works with ONIX Metadata for Global Distribution
Your ISBN is just the ID card; ONIX is the resume. Learn how these two systems work together to send your book’s data to retailers worldwide.
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ISBN Number vs. Barcode: Understanding the Key Differences for Your Book
ISBNs and barcodes are often confused but serve different purposes. Learn the key differences and why your book needs both.
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ISBN Registration Groups: A Complete Guide to Country and Language Codes
Learn how ISBN registration groups work and why the country codes in your ISBN matter for global book distribution and publisher identification.
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UPC and ISBN Country Code Prefixes: What Authors Need to Know
Decode the numbers on your book’s back cover. Learn identifying UPC and ISBN country code prefixes and why they matter for global distribution.
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Free vs Paid ISBN for Self Publishing Authors: What You Need to Know
Should you use a free ISBN from Amazon or buy your own? Discover the limitations of platform-provided ISBNs and how some lucky authors get them for free from national agencies.
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What is ISBN Prefix 979 and Bookland? Must-Know Facts for Authors
Discover the mystery behind Bookland and the ISBN prefix 979. Learn why this new prefix matters for authors and how it affects your book sales.
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ISBN Numbers and Copyright: What Indie Authors Need to Know
ISBNs and copyright serve completely different purposes. Learn why having one doesn’t mean you have the other, and what indie authors actually need to protect their work.
