Frequently asked questions in Bubok about Publish a book

How to upload files bigger than 10mb?

Bubok's publishing wizard can process documents up to 10 Mb. If your book has a bigger size, follow the publishing process as usual, but in step 'file' upload a blank pdf. Then upload the correct file in our FTP. Once you've uploaded your file to this application you must send an email to equipo@bubok.com stating your username (the email with which you registered in Bubok), the [...]

Technical problems during the publishing process

Our publishing process is very simple, however, here you will find some tips to solve any inconvenience that might come up. Why can’t I upload my book’s file? In the first step of the publishing process you will have to upload your book’s layout. The cover should not be included in this file.If you are trying to upload it but there's an error, check your file’s format. It [...]

I want the inside of my book to be printed as full bleed (printed to the edge of the page). What should I do?

Full bleed cut off is used when you want the picture, drawing or color background to occupy the entire page of the book and avoid undesired white frames. To achieve this effect, you have to increase the size of your book's pages half centimeter per side. Meaning that your file should measure 0.5cm more to the right, left, up and down side. For example, if you want your book size to be 15x21, the [...]

Which are the available publishing formats?

You can publish your book in the following formats. Choose the one you prefer or use them all so that your readers are able to decide how to enjoy your content. Print book Thanks to print on demand (POD) you can publish your book in this format, from just one copy runs. You will be able to sell it and print it in Spain, Portugal, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina and Brasil. Check all sizes and [...]

How can I create my own cover?

With millions of books for readers to choose from, your cover can be a sales pitch. In Bubok we offer professional cover design and correction services so that your book stands out. Our Digital Pack, Total Edition Pack and Editorial Project Pack also includes the cover design service. If you prefer to design your own cover check our publishing guide, where you can find [...]

Can I publish my book in other countries with Bubok?

Yes, this is possible thanks to our intercountry publication tool. Inter country publication is designed to give your work a maximum visibility, expanding its presence in other countries. Currently, Bubok has digital libraries in Argentina, Mexico, Colombia, Portugal and Spain. How to activate the intercountry publication for my book? 1. Enter Bubok and access your author area.2. Select your [...]

What is LD (Legal Deposit)?

What is the Legal Deposit? The Legal Deposit (LD) is the deposit of several copies of a publication in libraries, in order to collect a country's cultural heritage. The legal deposit is the way for the conservation of the cultural memory of a country and a way for ensuring access to information. How is the LD processed? It involves assigning a number and deposit four hard copies at the offices [...]

How to turn my book into a PDF and embed the fonts?

The last two processes before publishing your book's layout are generating a PDF and embeding your fonts in it. Here we will explain how to succesfully fulfill these two processes starting from a Word document, the most used format by independent authors who are not professional designers. Remember that Bubok offers you our publishing services if you prefer to leave this tasks in our hands. We [...]

If I publish my book in Bubok, can I publish it in other publishing houses?

In Bubok we do not require exclusivity to our writers, and there is no fixed term for publishing. You can take your book off our platform whenever you want, or publish it in several bookstores. We remind you that, through Bubok, your work can be easily distributed in hundreds of online bookstores. Sell your e-book in Bubok as well as in Casadellibro.com, Amazon, Fnac.es… and make it more [...]

How can I lay out my book?

You can use any word processor in order to lay out your book. Professional layout softwares are advisable if you can use them. Check our Word Office templates to ease this process. Remember that we offer professional layout services to give your book a customized finish. Here are some basic recommendations: • No matter what software you use for laying out your book, a PDF file is required [...]

ISBN FAQs

What is an ISBN? The ISBN (International Standard Book Number) is an identification number that allows publishers, librarians and booksellers to locate a book, make it more visible and ease its identification. Moreover, it contains some of its features, such as size, price, number of pages, finish, release date, format and publishing house. When should I order and ISBN? You can order an ISBN [...]

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