Self-Publish a Book: Share Your Vision
Everything you need to make, print, and self-publish your book.
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Choose a FormatWe have formats for any self-publishing project, including Trade Books that are priced to sell, Photo Books that offer options and luxury, and Magazines for serial content.
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Select Your ToolWhether you’re a beginner or a pro, we offer complete control with our free book making software and tools for all skill levels. If you use InDesign, have a PDF, or need a free tool, we can help.
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Set up for SaleYou can promote and sell your book in a range of ways, including in the Blurb Bookstore, on Amazon, and with worldwide online retailers.
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Print 1 or 1,000Print one copy at a time, or buy many up front for a lower price per unit.
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Sell on DemandSell one copy at a time and let Blurb fulfill the orders or place a large order and sell your self-published book in-person.
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Track ProgressGet your own Dashboard to track your monthly sales for each of your Blurb projects and see them grow!
Self-Publishing
Case Studies


Children's Book
Volume Printed digitally, 300 copies
Sold in person
Base price, $17.79 (- 25% Volume Discount = $13.34 per book)
Retail Price: $24.99
Profit per copy: $11.65
Sold in person
Base price, $17.79 (- 25% Volume Discount = $13.34 per book)
Retail Price: $24.99
Profit per copy: $11.65


Photo Book
Printed offset, 1000 copies
Sold on photographer’s website
Base price: $19.00 (includes shipping)
Retail Price: $75.00
Profit per copy: $56.00
Sold on photographer’s website
Base price: $19.00 (includes shipping)
Retail Price: $75.00
Profit per copy: $56.00