Self Publishing book in India under ₹3,000 with OrangeBooks. Self publish & earn 100% Royalty. (2024)

FAQs

How much does it cost to self publish a book in India? ›

The average cost of basic package in India is somewhere between 8,000- 20,000 INR. Standard package: This package includes all the basic services and additional features such as advanced editing and book formatting etc. Such packages range from 25,000- 50,000 INR.

So what are the average royalty rates? Self-published authors can make between 40% – 60% royalties on the retail price of a single book while traditionally published authors usually make between 10%-12% royalties.

In India, a debut authors get between 5-7.5% of MRP. The price of book of a debut author in India ranges b/w Rs. 100-200 which is quite low as compared to his US counterpart , which is nearly $10-15, ergo the royalty he gets is Rs 5-7.5 comparing $1-1.5(Rs 60-90).

KDP allows you to self-publish eBooks, paperbacks, and hardcover books for free. We give you direct access to your book on Amazon, and allow you to create a product detail page for your book.

Is copyright automatic in India? Yes, in India, as in many other countries, protection is automatic from the moment of creation of an original literary work. However, formally registering your trademark can provide additional legal benefits.

While there is no set rule for determining author salary, some writers earn millions of dollars while others struggle to make even $100. Stephen King and J.K. Rowling are both examples of authors that have sold millions of books. Many authors have a more moderate level of success, thanks to the rise of self-publishing.

Self-published authors can earn 40% to 60% royalties for the selling price of a book, while traditionally published authors typically earn 10% to 12% royalties. First-time authors willing to publish traditionally will receive a prepayment. This is usually $10,000 (not so much for first-time authors).

Absolutely! One thing you should keep in mind when looking to publish internationally is that books have territorial rights. So you can give one publisher rights to publish in US, another one to publish in UK and publish yourself in Australia. There are two main ways you can go about publishing in a country.

Traditional Publishing

If you're seeking a book deal with a traditional publisher, you can realistically expect the start-to-finish process to take two to three years.

How can I sell my self-published book in India? ›

Platforms like Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Notion Press, and Pothi allow you to publish your book digitally and in print without the need for a traditional publisher. Editing and Design: Invest in professional editing and cover design services to ensure your book looks and reads its best.

Depending on the amount of money an author spends on editing, cover design, formatting, and other services, publishing a book may cost them anywhere between 45,000/- to 90,000/- (exclusive of 18% GST) in India. Book formatting cost ranges between 10,000/- and 15,000/-.

It usually costs between $500 and $5,000 to publish a book in the United States. A lot of that cost comes from hiring an editor, book designer services, and marketing. The average self-published book costs about $2,000 to publish and market.

The big question: self-publishing or traditional publishing? There are a few traditional publishers in India who accept unsolicited submissions (i.e. book proposals submitted without a literary agent). But the time taken by the big names in the publishing industry is 4–6 months for all book proposals.

Royalty Structure and Copyright

Royalty payment to the authors is made at the rate of 15% of the print price of the book. The Authors have the option to retain Copyright of the book with them or give it to Publications Division.

Under U.S. copyright law, your self published work is protected as soon as you put the pen to paper. Copyright is based on your creative authorship and is not dependent on any formal agreement with a book publisher or self publishing company, although registration with the U.S. Copyright Office is beneficial.